Mexico’s Mining Shake-Up: New Laws Stir Investor Concerns Without Halting Production

Mexico City, Mexico – Sweeping changes to Mexico’s mining regulations under President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, which include a controversial ban on new open-pit mining operations, have stirred concerns among investors while not yet significantly impacting production levels. The reforms, part of López Obrador’s broader environmental agenda, aim to make the nation’s lucrative mining sector more sustainable. The modifications introduced by the 2023 Mining Law initially caused a notable dip in Mexican gold production, decreasing by approximately 2.5 metric tons or 20% following its enactment in May. However, industry data suggests a swift recovery, with … Read more

U.S. Judge Rejects Mexico’s Suit Against Gun Makers for a Second Time

Boston — In a significant legal decision, a U.S. federal judge has once again dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Mexican government against major U.S. gun manufacturers. The case, which had been closely watched by legal experts and international policymakers, accused these manufacturers of facilitating illegal arms trafficking and exacerbating violence within Mexico. The judge ruled that the claims could not proceed due to the broad protections afforded to gun makers under U.S. law, specifically referencing the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. This 2005 legislation shields firearms manufacturers and dealers from being held … Read more

New Mexico’s Legal Community Torn Over Surge in Massive Jury Verdicts

Santa Fe, New Mexico – In the legal community of New.salaries for top executives in the wake of several substantial jury awards. These unprecedented sums, often resulting from personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits, have sparked a heated debate among attorneys, lawmakers, and business leaders on the balance between justice and economic impact. One of the most significant cases recently concluded with a $165 million verdict against FedEx, awarded to the family of a mother and daughter killed in a collision with one of their trucks. This case, among others, has shone a spotlight on … Read more

Mexico’s Groundbreaking Lawsuit Seeks $10 Billion and Industry Change from U.S. Gun-Makers

Mexico City, Mexico – The government of Mexico has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against several major U.S. gun manufacturers, including Smith & Wesson, Colt, Glock, Beretta, and Ruger. The lawsuit alleges that these companies have played a role in the rampant cross-border gun trafficking that has fueled violent crime in Mexico. In a significant ruling, a federal appeals court in Boston recently decided that the gun industry’s immunity shield does not apply to Mexico’s lawsuit, allowing it to proceed. The lawsuit seeks not only damages but also a court order to force the gun-makers … Read more