Lawsuits

Emerging Trends in 2024: Products Liability & Mass Torts Point to AI Risks, Public Nuisance Claims, Right to Repair Debates, PFAS Lawsuits, and Changes to Expert Testimony Rule

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Los Angeles, California – As we enter 2024, it is crucial to keep an eye on the emerging trends in products liability and mass torts. These developments have the potential to significantly impact the legal landscape and shape the future of litigation. Let’s explore five key trends that demand our attention this year. Firstly, the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a new frontier for mass tort claims. The increased utilization of AI in various industries may lead to defects in product design or faulty code, resulting in potential mass tort litigation. As this technology … Read more

Rapper Diddy Faces Multiple Civil Lawsuits Alleging Sex Trafficking and Rape

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LOS ANGELES, US – Sean “Diddy” Combs, the rapper and music mogul known for his role in launching the careers of many stars, is now facing multiple civil lawsuits alleging sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape. Combs, formerly known as Puff Daddy and P. Diddy, has been subject to a series of reinventions throughout his career, but his reputation has taken a sharp downturn with these accusations. Federal agents from the US Homeland Security recently conducted raids on two of Combs’ properties in Los Angeles and Miami in response to these allegations. Combs, 54, has … Read more

Federal Judge Seeks Maryland Supreme Court’s Ruling on Controversial Child Victims Act, Shaping Future of Abuse Lawsuits

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Upper Marlboro, Maryland – A federal judge has sought clarification from the Maryland Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of the state’s Child Victims Act. The act, which has sparked numerous child sex abuse lawsuits, was called into question by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in a federal lawsuit involving allegations of sexual abuse by a Mormon priest. U.S. District Judge James K. Bredar has requested the Supreme Court of Maryland to define the state’s law, potentially expediting a definitive ruling on the matter. Judge Bredar’s decision comes amidst ongoing appeals of lawsuits … Read more

Rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Multiple Civil Lawsuits Alleging Sex Trafficking, Sexual Abuse, and Rape

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Los Angeles and Miami – Rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is currently facing a series of civil lawsuits accusing him of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape. Combs, formerly known as Puff Daddy and P. Diddy, has been a prominent figure in the music industry, but now finds himself embroiled in a potentially damaging scandal. On March 25th, federal agents from US Homeland Security raided two of Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami, adding to the mounting allegations against him. Despite the accusations, Combs, 54, vehemently denies all wrongdoing, with his attorneys … Read more