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Duane Morris Highlights Major Legal Battles in Opioid and PFAS Litigation – Learn From Experts in New Podcast Episode

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Philadelphia, PA — Discussing key trends and developments in class action litigation, the latest episode of “Class Action Weekly Wire” produced by Duane Morris, sheds light on the 2025 edition of the Products Liability & Mass Torts Class Action Review. This discussion prominently features Duane Morris partner Jerry Maatman along with senior associates Anne Gruner and Betty Luu. Their discourse delves deeply into the intricate legal terrain shaped by recent pivotal class actions, especially those regarding opioid and PFAS litigation. In their podcast, available across multiple streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, the trio … Read more

Indictment Issued in Jailhouse Fight Involving Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect, Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. — A recent altercation at the Clark County Detention Center has led to the indictment of two inmates, including one awaiting trial in a high-profile murder case, officials said. The Clark County District Court grand jury’s decision emphasizes the continuing issues of violence within detention facilities. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is currently held on charges concerning the infamous 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, was involved in the brawl. The incident, which occurred in December, also implicated fellow inmate Rochlon Hamilton. The fight broke out in the common area of their … Read more

Exploring the Surge in PFAS Litigation: Duane Morris Webinar Unpacks Strategies and Trends in Class Action Battles

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Philadelphia, PA — This week, the legal landscape grapples with escalating class action challenges, particularly those involving “forever chemicals,” substances that persist in the environment and are notoriously difficult to eliminate. Leading authorities from the law firm Duane Morris, in their latest webinar series, dissected recent developments in class action litigation tied to product liability cases involving these durable chemicals. The latest installment of the Duane Morris webinar series focused on the strategies for mitigating risks associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chemicals that are ubiquitous in various industries but are increasingly the subject … Read more

Duane Morris LLP Presents Groundbreaking Product Liability and Mass Torts Class Action Review – 2024, Offering Expert Insight for Organizations Facing Legal Challenges

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Chicago, IL – Duane Morris LLP, a leading law firm, has released its inaugural publication, the Duane Morris Product Liability and Mass Torts Class Action Review – 2024. This comprehensive review analyzes the key legal rulings, settlements, and litigation trends in the product liability and mass tort class action space in 2023. Written by Duane Morris partners Gerald L. Maatman, Jr. and Jennifer A. Riley, alongside contributions from members of the Class Action Defense Group, the review provides valuable insights from their extensive experience in defending class action litigation across the United States. Class action … Read more