Judicial

"Mass Tort Pioneer Christopher Seeger Advocates for Judicial Independence and Expands Litigation Frontiers in Eye-Opening Interview"

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In New York, the landscape of mass-tort and multidistrict litigation represents a significant aspect of American law, commanding more than 70% of the federal civil docket and involving complex cases with vast financial implications. Despite its considerable presence, this area of legal practice remains underreported, attracting less media attention than one might expect. To bridge this information gap, David Lat, a legal analyst and the author behind the “Original Jurisdiction” newsletter, recently engaged Christopher Seeger, a leading figure in mass-tort litigation and a founding partner of Seeger Weiss. Since its inception in 1999, Seeger Weiss … Read more

Leading Litigator Christopher Seeger Sheds Light on Mass-Tort Landscape and Judicial Independence

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NEWARK, N.J. — The practice of mass-tort and multidistrict litigation is an increasingly significant area within American law, making up over 70% of the federal civil docket. However, despite its prominence, this field often goes underreported, including in legal publications. To shed light on this complex aspect of the legal landscape, an industry expert has shared insights following a recent interview. Christopher Seeger, a founding partner of Seeger Weiss LLP, is a notable figure in mass-tort litigation, which involves numerous plaintiffs and substantial financial stakes. Since co-founding his firm with Stephen Weiss in 1999, Seeger … Read more

"Judge Declares Trump’s National Guard Deployment in LA Illegal, Newsom Celebrates Judicial Victory"

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California Governor Gavin Newsom reacted strongly to a federal court ruling declaring that the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles during the summer was illegal. The ruling emphasized that the military’s involvement alongside immigration enforcement violated the Posse Comitatus Act, which restricts military personnel from engaging in domestic law enforcement activities. In a post on social media platform X, Newsom declared, “DONALD TRUMP LOSES AGAIN,” asserting that the court’s decision confirms his stance against the militarization of streets and the unlawful use of military resources against citizens. The ruling was delivered by Judge … Read more

Controversy Erupts as Ugandan Opposition Leader Rejects Trial, Alleges Judicial Bias

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KAMPALA, Uganda — A prominent opposition leader in Uganda, currently imprisoned, has opted to boycott his trial, alleging that the presiding judge is not impartial. This move continues to highlight the ongoing tensions between the government and opposition parties in the country. Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, known colloquially as Bobi Wine, has been an outspoken critic of President Yoweri Museveni’s long-standing rule. He announced his decision to abstain from the proceedings during what was supposed to be a court hearing related to charges he is contesting. His stance underscores concerns over judicial fairness and the political climate … Read more