Groundbreaking

Global Legal Leaders to Converge at London’s Perfect Law Conference for Groundbreaking Discussions on Class Actions and Mass Torts

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London, England — Legal experts and litigators from across the globe will converge on London for the Perfect Law: Global Class Actions and Mass Torts Conference, scheduled for April 24-25. This prestigious event aims to present a platform for prominent international legal figures to exchange pioneering insights and discuss recent trends and advancements in the field. Among the speakers are Sylvie Rodrigue, Ad. E., Managing Partner at Torys’ Montréal office, and Partner Sarah Whitmore. They will take part in discussions that delve deeply into the nuances and emerging practices in the realm of class actions … Read more

Pierce County Wraps Up Groundbreaking $100-a-Day Jury Pay Pilot, Eyes Long-Term Changes

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Tacoma, WA – Pierce County Superior Court recently concluded a significant pilot program that increased jury compensation to $100 per day from the standard $10 in an effort to evaluate whether higher pay could diversify jury pools and lessen barriers to jury service. The pilot, which began on October 14 of the previous year, is set to complete its final phase by mid-May after the last trials commence the week of April 14. The pilot program, backed by over $1.5 million in funding from the Washington State Legislature and support from the Washington State Supreme … Read more

Leading Law Firm Achieves Groundbreaking Victories in High-Profile Litigation Across Diverse Industries

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Law firms around the nation, renowned for managing highly significant litigation, have made headlines not only for defending vast amounts of product-liability cases but also for navigating complex legal waters involving consumer protection, False Claims Act offenses, and public-nuisance claims. These cases often result not just in trial victories but also in favorable appellate reversals where billions of dollars in judgments against clients have been overturned. Among these law firms, prominent entities have successfully represented clients confronting thousands of individual lawsuits, various government actions, and consumer class actions across multiple industries including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, … Read more

Groundbreaking Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Unprecedented Tariff Powers Under Emergency Act

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Washington, D.C. – A recent lawsuit striking at the Trump administration’s extensive tariffs asserts that President Donald Trump’s declaration of an emergency to enforce trade measures on a global scale is legally questionable. This action diverges from traditional trade practices, instead invoking the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a strategy no prior president has used to implement such tariffs. This legal challenge could lead to significant economic implications, potentially unwinding tariffs that have impacted consumer prices and business costs worldwide. In a move that heightened tensions internationally, President Trump on April 2, 2025, endorsed … Read more