Jury Selection Begins in Trial of Austin Officer Charged in 2019 Shooting of Man Experiencing Mental Health Crisis

Austin, Texas – Jury selection is set to begin Monday in the trial of Christopher Taylor, an officer with the Austin Police Department, who is facing charges in a 2019 shooting incident. The trial, which has garnered significant attention, centers on the fatal shooting of Mauris DeSilva, a local scientist, during what police described as a mental health crisis. Taylor, who has been under scrutiny since the incident, was originally charged with murder. However, recent updates in the case have seen a shift to a lesser felony of deadly conduct. The decision to modify the … Read more

Law Firm Cuatrecasas Achieves Record-breaking Turnover in 2023, Experiencing Phenomenal Growth

Spanish law firm Cuatrecasas achieved record-breaking revenue in 2023, with a consolidated turnover of €388.7 million. This marks a 10.2% increase compared to the previous year, highlighting the firm’s continued growth and success. The firm’s revenue in Spain alone reached €309.7 million. Over the past decade, Cuatrecasas has experienced remarkable growth, with accumulated revenues increasing by 52.2% or an impressive €133.3 million. In terms of team expansion, Cuatrecasas welcomed 396 new members in 2023. Of these, 68% joined as lawyers, while the remaining 32% joined various other groups within the firm. The majority of the … Read more