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Governor Matt Meyer Nominates Jordan Ponzo Perry to Join Delaware’s Court of Common Pleas, Highlighting Her Two Decades of Legal Expertise

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WILMINGTON, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer has put forward the nomination of Jordan Ponzo Perry, Esq., for a judgeship on the Court of Common Pleas, highlighting her extensive legal background and commitment to public service. Ponzo Perry, a Wilmington native, brings nearly 20 years of legal expertise as both a criminal prosecutor and civil litigator. Currently serving as an Assistant County Attorney in New Castle County, Ponzo Perry represents the Department of Public Safety. In this role, she collaborates closely with law enforcement, emergency responders, and county officials, addressing a myriad of legal matters relevant … Read more

Texas Federal Courts Experience Torts Litigation Surge, Surpassing New York and Highlighting Key Trends in 2024

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HOUSTON – A recent study reveals that from 2022 to 2024, the Southern District of Texas ranked second in federal tort lawsuits, trailing only Mississippi’s Southern District. The findings, outlined in the 2025 Torts Litigation Report by Lex Machina, indicate a notable increase in tort litigation across U.S. federal courts. The report highlights a nearly 20 percent rise in federal tort filings between the 2023-2024 and 2021-2022 periods. Contributing factors include larger jury awards, simplified processes for moving cases to federal courts, and stagnant insurance coverage limits that have not adjusted for inflation. Ron Porter, … Read more

Appeals Court Affirms $83.3 Million Defamation Award Against Trump, Highlighting Impact of His Statements on E. Jean Carroll

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New York, New York — A federal appeals court has confirmed an $83.3 million jury award in favor of writer E. Jean Carroll in her defamation case against former President Donald Trump. The ruling dismissed Trump’s claims that the damages were excessive and that he was protected by presidential immunity regarding statements made about Carroll on social media and in public. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit determined that Trump made several public statements about Carroll that exposed her to threats and harassment. The court highlighted that Trump portrayed Carroll as driven … Read more

Harris County Jury Awards $37.9 Million in 2020 Watson Grinding Explosion Case, Highlighting Critical Safety Failures

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HOUSTON, Texas — A Harris County jury awarded $37.9 million to five victims of the 2020 explosion at the Watson Grinding warehouse in Spring Branch. The decision, announced on Tuesday, represents a significant legal outcome following the tragic incident that left many affected. In the aftermath of the explosion, Watson Grinding filed for bankruptcy. However, attorneys noted that insurance companies later settled claims for a total of $52 million. The recent judgment centers on the roles of 3M and Teledyne-Detcon, two companies involved in the installation and maintenance of the warehouse’s gas detection system. An … Read more