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Simmons Hanly Conroy Secures Top Tier National and Metropolitan Rankings in 2025 Best Law Firms Guide

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Simmons Hanly Conroy, renowned as a national frontrunner in representing mesothelioma sufferers and a major player in mass tort litigation, has been recognized with a top-tier national ranking in the 2025 Best Law Firms guide. Specializing in mass tort litigation/class actions for plaintiffs, this label underscores their standing at the pinnacle of legal advocates for victims of corporate negligence, particularly in cases involving mesothelioma and asbestos exposure. The firm not only clinched a coveted Tier 1 national ranking in mass tort litigation/class actions but also performed outstandingly across various metropolitan regions where it has offices. … Read more

Montana Enacts New Comprehensive Data Privacy Law; California and FCC Strengthen Consumer Protections

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WASHINGTON — A sweeping series of new data privacy regulations and enforcement actions have recently taken effect across the United States, reflecting a growing emphasis on consumer and data protection at both the state and federal levels. These measures range from state-specific privacy laws and sweeping federal rules around cybersecurity and data dealings to penalties against corporations for lapses in safeguarding consumer information. The Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act, modeling after laws in Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah, began on October 1, 2024. This regulation enhances protections for state residents, excluding those in commercial or … Read more

Young Thug Advocates for Future Defense Attorneys in Surprise Emory Law School Appearance After Jail Release

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Atlanta, GA – Recently released from incarceration, rapper Young Thug, whose legal name is Jeffery Williams, has actively begun advocating for the critical role of defense attorneys in the justice system. During a FaceTime call to an Emory Law School class, Williams detailed his harrowing legal experiences and emphasized the stark choices facing aspiring lawyers. Williams, who was entangled in a lengthy legal battle that culminated in a plea agreement on October 31, recounted his more than two-year period behind bars before his release. Reflecting on this experience, he shared with the law students his … Read more

European Court Strikes Down Russian ‘Foreign Agent’ Law, Citing Violations of Expression and Privacy Rights

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STRASBOURG, France — In a significant ruling, the European Court of Human Rights condemned Russia’s legislation that classifies NGOs, media organizations, and individuals as “foreign agents,” finding the laws overly vague and infringing upon freedom of expression and privacy rights. This decision underscored the growing international concern over such regulations that target civil society groups. The case, termed “Kobaliya and Others v. Russia,” involved 107 applicants including NGOs and private individuals, who argued that their designation as ‘foreign agents’ under Russian law hampered their rights to free expression. ARTICLE 19, a group advocating for freedom … Read more