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Charleston County Attorney Gets Green Light for Practice After Suspension

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Charleston, South Carolina – A local attorney has received reinstatement after facing disciplinary action that temporarily suspended him from practicing law. The South Carolina Supreme Court announced the decision, marking a significant turn in the legal professional’s career following a period of scrutiny. The attorney, whose suspension drew significant attention, has served in various capacities within the Charleston legal community. His reinstatement comes after a series of hearings and evaluations pertaining to his conduct. The court’s ruling has been viewed by many in the legal field as a restoration of faith in a system that … 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

Boehringer Ingelheim Faces Legal Heat as Zantac’s Toxic Risks Come to Light

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Chicago, Illinois — A colorectal cancer patient claimed in an Illinois courtroom that Boehringer Ingelheim failed to address knowledge of serious safety concerns regarding the active ingredient in its over-the-counter drug Zantac. The patient asserted that the company took insufficient actions despite years of warnings that the compound could degrade into a harmful substance. During the trial, the plaintiff recounted their experience with Zantac, alleging that the pharmaceutical company merely altered the color of its tablets rather than addressing the underlying issues. The patient’s testimony raises questions about Boehringer Ingelheim’s commitment to consumer safety and … Read more

Documentary Shines Light on Dark Legacy of Catholic Boarding Schools in French Guiana, Wins Student Jury Medal

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CAYENNE, French Guiana — The documentary “Catholic Boarding Schools of French Guiana: The Wound” recently received the prestigious Student Jury Medal at the World Revolutionaries film festival. The film, produced by France TV, delves into the troubling history of the “Homes Indiens,” a system of Catholic boarding schools that operated from 1930 until 2023. The documentary highlights the harrowing experiences of approximately 2,000 children, primarily from indigenous Amerindian backgrounds, who were forcibly removed from their families. These children were placed in institutions with the aim of assimilating them into French culture, denying them their linguistic … Read more