Private

Rising Star Janet Coscino Honored as One of Illinois’ Top Young Attorneys for Excellence in Private Equity Law

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Chicago, Illinois — Private equity partner Janet Coscino has been named one of the “40 Under Forty Illinois Attorneys to Watch” in the 2025 edition published by Chicago Lawyer. This distinction recognizes the achievements of attorneys under 40 who demonstrate exceptional client service, leadership, and active involvement in their communities and the legal field. Coscino’s recognition stems from her impressive track record in navigating complex transactions for private equity sponsors and strategic buyers, where she consistently provides strategic and practical counsel from the initial agreements to the final closing. Her expertise in high-stakes deals has … Read more

Sally Beauty Faces Lawsuits Over Private Label Hair Relaxers Amid Bodily Injury Claims

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SALLY BEAUTY, Texas – Sally Beauty, a prominent retailer specializing in beauty products, is grappling with the ramifications of numerous lawsuits related to its private label hair relaxers. For years, the company has marketed these products, manufactured by RNA Corporation, alongside various other brands. However, recent legal challenges, which include cases in both the United States and Canada, have thrust the company into a contentious spotlight. Clients have filed hundreds of lawsuits against Sally Beauty, alleging serious bodily injury attributed to the use of its hair relaxers. These claims have gained traction as part of … Read more

Revealing Texts Uncovered in Smartmatic vs. Fox News Case Highlight Tension Between Private Skepticism and Public Claims

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New York — New court filings in the ongoing defamation lawsuit by Smartmatic, a voting technology firm, against Fox News have unveiled a series of private messages exchanged among the network’s executives and personalities following the 2020 presidential election. These communications are critical in shedding light on how key figures within Fox News privately expressed doubts about election fraud claims that they subsequently broadcasted to their audience. The newly unsealed documents reveal a stark contrast between the internal skepticism voiced by several prominent hosts at Fox News and the public endorsement of unverified allegations surrounding … Read more

Texas Attorney General’s Controversial Shift to Pricy Private Legal Firms Sparks Concerns Over Conflicts and Costs

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Austin, Texas — An ongoing investigation into the Texas Attorney General’s office reveals a trend toward outsourcing legal work to private attorneys at hefty fees, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. In one recent case involving Meta, Facebook’s parent company, attorney Zina Bash billed taxpayers a staggering $3,780 an hour for her services, resulting in a $24,570 tab for a single day’s work. Previously, when Bash worked as senior counsel under Attorney General Ken Paxton, similar tasks would have cost the state only $641. However, after moving to private practice, she secured contracts that … Read more