Liability

Florida Jury Clears Chrysler of Liability in Lawsuit Over Faulty Automatic Head Restraints

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Miami, Florida – A Florida federal jury has ruled in favor of carmaker Chrysler, stating that the company will not be required to compensate consumers in the state who filed a lawsuit over malfunctioning automatic head restraints. The decision came on Tuesday, following allegations that the faulty restraints inadvertently caused harm to the plaintiffs. The lawsuit was brought forth by consumers in Florida who claimed that the automatic head restraints in Chrysler vehicles were defective and caused injury. However, the jury sided with the carmaker, determining that Chrysler is not responsible for compensating the plaintiffs … Read more

Former ESL Teacher Turned Lawyer Empowers Change in Mass Tort and Product Liability Cases

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Los Angeles, California – Rachel, an attorney at Husch Blackwell, specializes in mass tort and product liability cases. Their journey to the legal field took an unconventional path, driven by a desire to level the playing field for others. Initially aspiring to be an English as a Second Language teacher, Rachel’s experience teaching abroad made them realize they wanted to effect change on a systemic level, leading them to pursue a legal career. Drawing on their background as an ESL tutor and teacher, Rachel’s legal work is characterized by their ability to identify problems and … Read more

Unraveling the Complexities of Mass Tort Settlements: Inside the World of Liability Forecasting

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(Pittsburgh, PA) – Liability forecasting plays a critical role in the management of mass tort settlement trusts, which often involve billions of dollars and numerous claimants seeking compensation for their injuries. Administering these trusts is a complex task, with various factors and challenges to consider. One of the main challenges is the timeline of mass tort litigation. Exposures, injuries, and the discovery of injuries can span over multiple decades, during which companies may come and go, declare bankruptcy, or be bought and sold. Additionally, people may be exposed to new elements or conditions in their … Read more

Walking on Slippery Slopes: Understanding Liability for Weather-Induced Accidents

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MARINA DEL RAY, California – Homeowner associations and other landowners have a responsibility to maintain their properties in a reasonably safe condition. However, not every accident on a landowner’s property makes them liable. So when exactly does an owner have an obligation to warn others of a dangerous condition? Recently, a case involving running rainwater on the property of the Dolphin Marine Apartments in Marina del Ray brought this question to the forefront. Susan Nicoletti, a resident of the complex, took her neighbor’s dog for a walk on a rainy day. As she approached the … Read more