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Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Seeks to Move Defamation Lawsuit Against CNN from Federal to State Court Amid Controversy

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RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has initiated a legal maneuver to transfer his defamation lawsuit from federal court back to the state jurisdiction, intensifying his legal battle with CNN. The lawsuit, which originated in the Superior Court of Wake County, centers around controversial allegations linked to Robinson’s purported activities and comments on an internet forum. Robinson’s legal representatives argue that CNN did not adequately meet the procedural requirements for transferring the case to the District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. They claim that the network failed to secure … Read more

Chief Judge Mark A. Barnett Takes Center Stage at U.S. Court of International Trade: Navigating the Future of Global Commerce

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Chief Judge Mark A. Barnett, who presides over the U.S. Court of International Trade, recently issued a decision that once again underscores the complexity and significance of international trade regulations. This ruling delves into the nuances of global commerce laws, influencing businesses and governments worldwide. Barnett’s leadership in the court signifies a pivotal role in interpreting and enforcing laws that govern the United States’ trade relationships. His decisions have the potential to affect markets, industries, and international diplomatic relations, highlighting the importance of the Court of International Trade in global economic governance. The U.S. Court … Read more

Top Legal Eagles Clash for Litigator of the Year as Historic Trials and Billion-Dollar Settlements Mark 2023

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New York, NY — As the legal industry gathers for The American Lawyer’s Industry Awards this Wednesday, anticipation builds around the announcement of the Litigator of the Year. Among the distinguished finalists are attorneys whose recent landmark cases have made significant impacts on corporate governance, antitrust regulations, intellectual property, and more. Jeroen van Kwawegen, a partner at Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann, enjoyed a notably active year. Heading the firm’s corporate governance department, he presided over 45 cases, taking lead roles in significant plaintiff motions and various class action suits. His notable achievements include playing … Read more

2025 Could Mark the Turning Point for AFFF Firefighting Foam Settlements: Key Developments and Expectations for Cancer-Linked Litigations

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WASHINGTON — As the AFFF firefighting foam litigation continues to unfold, victims and legal experts alike eye 2025 with the hope of a significant settlement for personal injury and wrongful death claims related to PFAS exposure. The stakes are particularly high following a $10.3 billion global settlement agreement in 2023 that resolved many water contamination claims filed by municipalities and local water authorities against prominent defendants such as 3M and DuPont. AFFF, or aqueous film-forming foam, has been used extensively in firefighting, particularly in combating fuel fires at airports and military facilities. However, it contains … Read more