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Steptoe LLP Loses Three Partners as Venable LLP Gains Ground in Product Liability and Mass Torts Practice

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Chicago and Los Angeles have witnessed a significant departure of three partners in the fields of product liability and mass torts from the renowned law firm Steptoe LLP. These partners have now found a new professional home at Venable LLP, marking a significant transition in the legal landscape. The announcement regarding this move was made on Tuesday, and it has garnered considerable attention within the legal community. This development underscores the competitive nature of the legal industry, where high-profile attorneys constantly seek new opportunities to expand their practice and make a greater impact. By joining … Read more

Apple Loses Bid to Dismiss Class Action Lawsuit Over AirTag Stalking Claims

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SAN FRANCISCO, California — A class action lawsuit against Apple over the alleged use of its AirTags for stalking purposes will proceed, as a judge in California has denied Apple’s request to dismiss the case. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim that the AirTags, which are priced at $29, have become a favored tool for stalkers and abusers. They argue that Apple rushed the product to market without sufficient safeguards to prevent its misuse for stalking. The lawsuit, initially filed in December 2022, accuses Apple of negligence and product liability. The plaintiffs assert that the … Read more

Corinth Mother Loses Custody Battle as Judge Discredits Her Claims, Sparking Controversy Over Medical Disagreement

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CORINTH, Texas – A judge in Corinth, Texas has ruled against a mother in a custody dispute involving her son. The judge found the mother to be unreliable and denied her custody after she expressed disagreement with doctors. The court case centered around the mother’s refusal to follow medical advice for her son’s condition. According to the judge’s ruling, the mother’s lack of credibility stemmed from her resistance to the recommended treatment plan. This disagreement with medical professionals raised concerns about her ability to make sound decisions for her child. During the proceedings, the mother … Read more

Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo Loses Bid to Stop Collection of $63M Judgment in First Amendment Lawsuit

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Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s request to halt the enforcement of a $63 million judgement against him has been denied by a federal judge. The judgement was issued after Carollo lost a civil trial last year in which he was found guilty of violating the First Amendment rights of two Little Havana businessmen, William Fuller and Martin Pinilla, and using the city’s resources against them. The jury awarded the settlement to Fuller and Pinilla, leading to the seizure of Carollo’s home and property by U.S. Marshals in February. In addition to the seizure of assets, Fuller … Read more