Pond

Lewis Brisbois Expands Reach by Welcoming Pond North’s 12-Lawyer Team, Enhancing Product Liability Expertise

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Los Angeles, Calif. — Lewis Brisbois Brisgaard & Smith LLP, a prominent law firm, announced Monday that it has merged with Pond North LLP, a boutique firm specializing in product liability and toxic tort cases, adding 12 attorneys to its roster. This strategic move aims to enhance Lewis Brisbois’s ability to navigate complex litigation surrounding product safety and environmental hazards. By bringing in the skilled team from Pond North, the larger firm hopes to bolster its services and better serve clients in these ever-evolving legal areas. The integration of Pond North’s expertise aligns with Lewis … Read more

Join the Legal Luminaries at Outer Temple Chambers for a Groundbreaking Seminar on Product Liability and Mass Tort Claims Across the Pond

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London, UK – Legal experts are convening at Arundel House in London for a crucial half-day conference titled “Running Product Liability, Aviation and Mass Tort Claims in the UK & US” on September 4, 2024. This gathering, hosted by Outer Temple Chambers, will delve into the complexities of litigating product liability claims, with a particular focus on transatlantic legal practices. The event promises to bring together a prominent cohort of barristers and legal analysts from across the globe. Discussions will span a variety of pressing issues, including the notable Boeing 737 litigation and recent vaccine … Read more

Controversy Surrounds Johnson’s Pond Emergency Action as Town Lawyer Questions Timing

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Coventry, Rhode Island – The owners of Johnson’s Pond are claiming that emergency action is necessary to address concerns about the pond’s dam. However, the town’s lawyer is questioning the timing of this claim. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is currently involved in a legal dispute with the owners over lease terms. The owners, Soscia Holdings, have expressed their concerns about the dam, citing reports from their consultant, Soscia Architects and Engineers, Inc. They argue that the spillway is in poor condition and poses a risk of failure. On the other hand, the … Read more

Owners of Johnson’s Pond Lawsuit Dismissed Over Rhode Island Dam Law

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COVENTRY, R.I. — The lawsuit filed by Soscia Holdings, the owners of Johnson’s Pond, against the state has been dismissed, according to recent reports. The lawsuit was initiated two years ago after the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) began enforcing a law that required dam owners to obtain a permit before adjusting a pond’s water levels. Johnson’s Pond was among the six bodies of water affected by this law. The law, which was signed by Governor Dan McKee last summer, was introduced in response to concerns raised by residents about the pond’s low … Read more