Law

Federal Judge Blocks Controversial Texas Law Granting Broad Powers to Arrest Migrants Entering the US

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Del Rio, Texas – A federal judge in Texas has issued a preliminary injunction blocking a controversial state law that granted police wide-ranging powers to arrest migrants suspected of unlawfully entering the United States. The ruling represents a victory for the Biden administration in its ongoing dispute with Republican Governor Greg Abbott over immigration enforcement. The law, which was set to take effect on March 5, drew comparisons to Arizona’s “Show Me Your Papers” law of 2010. However, the U.S. Supreme Court partially struck down the Arizona law, leading some Texas Republican leaders to call … Read more

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Landmark Law Allowing Public Release of Secret Grand Jury Testimony in Cases Involving Epstein and Other Alleged Sexual Crimes Against Minors

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Palm Beach, Florida – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new law allowing secret grand jury testimony in cases involving sexual crimes against minors to be made public, including evidence related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The law, which will take effect on July 1, only applies to cases where the suspect is deceased. Two of Epstein’s accusers will join the governor for the signing ceremony in Palm Beach. Epstein, who died in 2019, was accused of sexually exploiting underage girls. The signing of this law comes as a group of Epstein’s accusers … Read more

Leading Law Firm Morgan Lewis & Bockius Adds Top Mass Tort Trial Attorney to Strengthen Product Liability Team in Los Angeles

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LOS ANGELES – Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, a prominent law firm, is strengthening its product liability team with the addition of a partner in its Los Angeles office. The new partner, a highly experienced mass tort trial attorney, joins from Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP. This move marks a significant development for Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, as it expands its expertise in handling complex product liability cases. The partner, whose name was not mentioned in the article, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the firm. With their extensive background in mass … Read more

Law Firm of Peter Angelos, Notable for Asbestos and Tobacco Litigation, to Be Sold to Three Members of Practice

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Baltimore, MD – Peter Angelos’ renowned law firm, known for its success in securing substantial awards and settlements on behalf of asbestos and tobacco victims, is set to be sold to three members of the practice. The sale was authorized by Baltimore County Circuit Judge Keith R. Truffer, concluding a legal dispute among Angelos’ family members. The family patriarch, now 94 years old, has been incapacitated by illness since 2018. Financial details of the sale were not disclosed in court documents filed on Wednesday. This development follows the Angelos family’s agreement to sell their most … Read more