Presence

Mass Tort Medical Consultants Shed Light on the Presence of PFAs in Common Consumer Goods and Water Supplies

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Los Angeles, CA – At a recent medical conference, experts from Mass Tort Medical Consultants highlighted the pervasive presence of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) in everyday products and their detection in water supplies across the United States. These chemicals, which are often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and resistance to natural degradation, are commonly found in a wide array of consumer products ranging from cookware to cosmetics. PFAs have been used in products for decades because of their ability to resist heat, water, and oil. However, recent … Read more

Law Firms Aggressively Expand Market Presence Through Strategic Group Lateral Hiring Initiatives

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Many law firms across the United States have been strategically increasing their market share by recruiting groups of lawyers from competing firms. This trend of group lateral hires has become a notable method for augmenting legal expertise and expanding client services while intensifying competition among top law practices. The movement is seen as an aggressive tactic in the battle for legal supremacy. When a group of lawyers moves en masse to a new firm, it not only boosts the acquiring firm’s capabilities in specific areas of law but also significantly disrupts the competitive balance within … Read more

Morgan Lewis Bolsters European Presence with Acquisition of Kramer Levin’s Paris Team Ahead of Major Transatlantic Law Firm Merger

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Paris, France — In a significant move to expand its global footprint, Morgan Lewis & Bockius announced on Friday the acquisition of Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel’s Paris office, including a robust team of 54 lawyers. This development precedes the merger of Kramer Levin, based in Manhattan, with Herbert Smith Freehills, set to finalize in May. Kramer Levin’s Paris office, previously its sole international location, was notably excluded from its impending transatlantic union with Herbert Smith Freehills. This strategic acquisition by Morgan Lewis not only bolsters its presence in Europe but also significantly enhances its … Read more

Mitchell Keith Bowers Wins Calcasieu Parish Seat, Bolstering Republican Presence

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Lake Charles, La. – In a closely watched local election, Mitchell Keith Bowers has emerged as the newly elected member of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, representing District 15. Securing 56% of the vote, Bowers defeated Mandy Thomas, who garnered 44% in the electoral race. Bowers’ victory comes in the wake of the seat’s sudden vacancy following the death of Tony Tramonte, who passed away at the age of 54 on April 29. Brent Clement had been serving as the interim representative since being appointed during a special meeting on May 20. In addition to … Read more