Litigation

SEC Charges Florida Father-Son Duo with Operating Deceptive Litigation Finance Scheme

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Washington — Federal regulators implicated two Florida men, a father and son duo, in allegedly orchestrating a deceptive scheme involving litigation financing. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the charges on Friday, detailing how the pair promised significant returns to investors by funding mass tort litigation. According to the SEC, the suspects attracted investments by promoting their supposed expertise in identifying profitable legal cases, particularly those involving large groups of plaintiffs in product liability lawsuits. Investors were led to believe that their funds would be directly applied to cover legal fees and other … Read more

Scott+Scott Bolsters Delaware Office with New Mass Tort Litigation Partner

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WILMINGTON, Del. — In a strategic move to strengthen its consumer litigation practice, Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law, LLP has announced the appointment of Sindhu S. Daniel as a partner. Based in the firm’s newly established Delaware office, Daniel brings a wealth of experience in mass tort litigation, a specialty that addresses civil actions involving numerous plaintiffs against one or a few corporate defendants in state or federal court. Daniel’s expertise lies in handling complex cases that often involve large groups of people affected by similar injuries or damages caused by corporate misconduct or negligence. Her … Read more

Stephen Huffaker Joins DLA Piper’s Austin Team, Bolstering Expertise in Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Litigation

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Austin, TX – Stephen Huffaker has taken a significant step in his legal career by joining DLA Piper, stepping into a role as a partner within the firm’s specialized practice area focusing on product liability, mass torts, and class actions. This move, which was officially announced on September 10, places Huffaker in a key position within one of the most respected law firms in the city. At DLA Piper, Huffaker will leverage his considerable expertise in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. His work largely revolves around strategy coordination in mass tort cases, aiming for … Read more

Three Hunton Andrews Kurth Partners Honored Among Top 250 Women in Litigation for 2024 by Benchmark Litigation

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Richmond, VA – Benchmark Litigation has recognized three partners from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in its 2024 Top 250 Women in Litigation list, an accolade that celebrates leading female litigators for their achievements in the legal field. The prestigious recognition underlines the outstanding work and dedication of these professionals in a realm typically dominated by their male counterparts. The award, which annually spotlights female lawyers who have excelled in their practice areas across the United States, conducts rigorous peer reviews and examines case evidence before finalizing its list. The inclusion of these three partners from … Read more