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Recognized for Excellence: McCarter & English Named Finalist in Specialty Products Liability and Mass Torts

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Newark, New Jersey — McCarter & English, recognized for its exceptional work in specialty products liability and mass tort litigation, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Litigation Departments of the Year awards. This acknowledgment highlights the law firm’s expertise in navigating complex legal landscapes and advocating for its clients amid challenging circumstances. The firm has built a strong reputation in the legal community, particularly for its approach to handling mass tort cases. McCarter & English has successfully represented clients in cases involving significant public health issues and product safety concerns, positioning itself as … Read more

"Concerns Rise Over Expert Witness Integrity in English Courts: Calls for Regulation Intensify"

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London, England — A growing chorus of concerns from legal experts and lawmakers has emerged regarding the role of expert witnesses in British courts, suggesting that insufficient regulation may expose the judicial system to potential miscarriages of justice. Prominent figures, including former Attorney General Dominic Grieve and former Justice Secretary Jack Straw, have voiced their apprehensions, indicating that trials—both criminal and civil—sometimes depend on the testimony of self-styled experts who may lack the requisite qualifications. Grieve noted that while expert testimony is essential, it frequently appears that some individuals act more like “hired guns” rather … Read more

Exploring the Enduring Legacy of English Law in Israel: Insights from Lord Pannick and Former Supreme Court President Beinisch

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Jerusalem, Israel — The influence of English common law on Israel’s legal system was the focus of an engaging dialogue between Lord Pannick KC and Dorit Beinisch, a former president of the Supreme Court of Israel. The discussion took place at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem as part of the Lionel Cohen lecture series, which honors the contributions of Lord Cohen of Walmer. The conversation highlighted the substantial impact of English law during the British mandate in Palestine, particularly the reliance on established legal texts and precedents that have shaped Israeli jurisprudence since the country’s … Read more

Urgent ICE Notices in English Spark Panic Among Non-English Speakers

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In recent developments, immigration authorities have begun issuing deportation notices in a manner that is causing significant concern among legal advocates and non-English speaking immigrants. These notices, provided exclusively in English, are compelling recipients to make immediate and critical legal decisions within a mere few hours. The crux of the issue stems from form I-200 and I-205 notices, instruments used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to inform individuals of their impending deportations. The swift timeline set by these documents for individuals to surrender can be as abrupt as a few hours post-notification, a … Read more