Precision

Fortress Investment Group Dominates Litigation Funding Sector, Handling Multibillion-Dollar Cases with Tactical Precision

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New York — Fortress Investment Group has risen to the summit of the controversial and secretive litigation funding industry, not just through its substantial financial resources but also through its keen operational strategies. With approximately $6.6 billion allocated to legal assets, Fortress supports law firms engaged in significant lawsuits, including the Roundup cases against Bayer AG and talcum powder litigation against Johnson & Johnson. Additionally, it has committed $2.9 billion to intellectual property, making it the largest institutional investor in patents globally. The firm is recognized for its aggressive approach, particularly in intellectual property where … Read more

Legacy of Precision in Justice: Silas Halyk’s Landmark Role in the Neil Stonechild Inquiry

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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The province witnessed a momentous chapter unfold when the 2003 public inquiry spotlighted a disturbing case from 1990 involving 17-year-old Neil Stonechild, whose death under mysterious circumstances led to serious questions about police conduct. The inquiry not only reignited local and national interest but also showcased some of the brightest legal minds in Saskatchewan, including the formidable Silas Halyk. Eric Cline, then Justice Minister, initiated the inquiry after persistent concerns that Stonechild had been in police custody the evening he met his tragic death due to hypothermia. Representing indigenous interests in the … Read more