The Hidden Impact of Mass Tort Lawsuit Advertisements: Why Ignoring them Could Cost You

MIAMI, FL – Mass tort lawsuit advertisements may be alarming or annoying to some, but according to legal expert Rustin Silverstein, they should not be ignored, especially by those in the insurance industry. Silverstein, president and founder of X Ante, a legal services company, warns of the risks associated with neglecting these ads. The surge in attorney advertising encouraging consumers to pursue mass tort lawsuits was recently explored in a webinar hosted by the Travelers Institute, the public policy and education arm of Travelers Insurance. During the webinar, Silverstein revealed that a staggering $1.2 billion … Read more

Notorious NYC Landlord Faces Arrest for Ignoring Court-Ordered Repairs, Could Go to Jail for 60 Days

NEW YORK CITY – A Manhattan judge has ordered the arrest of Daniel Ohebshalom, one of the most notorious landlords in New York City, for failing to make court-ordered repairs at two Washington Heights properties. Ohebshalom, who topped the public advocate’s recent “worst landlords” list, faces up to two months in jail for repeatedly neglecting mandatory repairs, according to Judge Jack Stoller. This represents a rare instance of a landlord facing jail time for substandard living conditions. Ohebshalom allegedly ignored scheduled appointments and failed to address nearly 700 violations across the two buildings, which include … Read more

Trump’s Unorthodox Legal Strategy: Attacking Judges and Ignoring Court Limits

NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump continues to face legal battles, and his approach in the courtroom has raised eyebrows among legal experts. Rather than following conventional advice, Trump has adopted a strategy of attacking and intimidating the judges who will ultimately decide his fate. This tactic was on full display in a recent fraud trial in New York, where Trump declared the proceeding a “political witch hunt” and delivered a campaign-style speech, despite the judge’s warning to stick to the facts of the case. Trump’s behavior in the courtroom mirrors his actions outside … Read more

Kansas Legislature Fails to Fully Fund Special Education, Ignoring State Statute

TOPEKA, Kansas – The Kansas Legislature has come under scrutiny for its failure to fully fund special education programs, despite a state statute that requires 92% reimbursement for school districts’ extra costs. With only 69% being paid, the lawmakers seem to be ignoring their own laws when it comes to special education. The issue was highlighted by Kansas Reflector journalists Tim Carpenter and Rachel Mipro, who reported that legislative leaders, including Rep. Kristey Williams and Sen. Renee Erickson, had dismissed the idea of convening a task force to address the funding shortfall. They argued that … Read more