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Burns & Levinson Partner David Rosenblatt Honored as Go-To Environmental Lawyer by Mass Lawyers Weekly

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BOSTON – David Rosenblatt, a partner at Burns & Levinson law firm, has been recognized as a 2023 Go To Environmental Lawyer by Mass Lawyers Weekly, according to an announcement made by the firm. Mass Lawyers Weekly compiles the list to honor top lawyers in the region who have demonstrated expertise and success in their field. Rosenblatt has been chair of the Environmental Group at Burns & Levinson since 1989 and has served as the firm’s managing partner for 24 years. In addition to his work in environmental law, he is also a member of … Read more

The Secrets Behind the Lucrative Mass Tort Playbook: How Attorneys Profit by Exploiting the Legal System

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COLUMBIA, SC – With football playoffs on the horizon, the focus naturally turns to teams’ playbooks. However, there’s another kind of playbook at play in the legal field, allowing attorneys to secure massive settlements in profit-driven mass tort litigations. These cases, which often target major corporations, have seen exponential growth, raising concerns about their impact on the economy. Mass tort litigations involve consolidating a large number of personal injury claims against a single defendant. It’s common for these cases to settle out of court due to the sheer volume of claimants attracted by aggressive advertising … Read more

High-Stakes Battle: Supreme Court Weighs Release of Liability for Purdue Pharma Founders in Ongoing Mass Tort Bankruptcy Cases

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Washington, D.C. – Mass tort bankruptcies faced significant difficulties in 2023, with the dismissal of two cases and the fate of two others hanging in the balance. A closely watched legal battle involving the Sacklers, founders of Purdue Pharma, reached the U.S. Supreme Court on December 4th. This case centered around the release of liability granted to the Sacklers as part of the pharmaceutical company’s $6 billion bankruptcy plan, which has raised concerns. The Supreme Court’s oral arguments held on December 4th showcased the growing scrutiny surrounding the Sacklers and their role in the opioid … Read more

Mass Torts Puerto Rico 2024 Conference: Join Top Trial Lawyers for Cutting-Edge Insights and Networking Opportunities

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San Juan, Puerto Rico – The Mass Torts Puerto Rico 2024 Conference is set to take place from April 30 to May 2 at the Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, according to Paul Napoli, a partner at Napoli Shkolnik and a prominent mass tort and complex commercial litigation attorney. This will be the third annual mass torts event since it was launched in 2021 by The Trial Lawyers of Puerto Rico. The conference, designed by attorneys for attorneys, aims to provide a relaxed and collaborative environment for legal professionals to cultivate personal connections and learn from some … Read more