Kline & Specter PC Triumphs in Landmark Product Liability Cases, Solidifying Status as Legal Powerhouse

PHILADELPHIA — Kline & Specter PC has made significant strides in legal battles involving product liability, particularly in high-profile cases against Monsanto over its Roundup herbicide. The firm has also taken a proactive role in mass tort litigation concerning Elmiron, a medication for bladder conditions. These efforts have culminated in billions of dollars awarded in verdicts, earning Kline & Specter recognition as one of the premier product liability groups in Law360’s 2024 rankings. The firm’s legal actions against Monsanto stem from allegations that the Roundup weedkiller is linked to harmful health effects, including cancer. These … Read more

Leading Litigator Jordan Schwartz Celebrated for Advocacy in Product Liability and Diversity Initiatives

Washington, D.C. — Jordan Schwartz, a skilled litigation partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, specializes in defending clients in a range of high-stakes legal matters, including class actions and mass tort lawsuits in both federal and state jurisdictions. His extensive experience has allowed him to effectively represent product manufacturers at various levels of litigation, achieving favorable outcomes through strategic briefings that have led to the dismissal of numerous product liability and consumer fraud cases. In his role, Schwartz has successfully defended pharmaceutical companies against lawsuits initiated by state attorneys general, alleging breaches of consumer protection … Read more

Faegre Drinker Welcomes New Partner to Enhance Product Liability and Mass Torts Expertise

San Francisco, Calif. — Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is enhancing its product liability and mass torts division by adding a new partner from Greenberg Traurig LLP. This strategic move, confirmed by the firm on Wednesday, signals a commitment to bolstering its legal capabilities in these important practice areas. The new partner brings a wealth of experience and expertise that could further elevate the firm’s practice in product liability and complex litigation. Over recent years, these areas have seen increasing demand as companies face widespread litigation risks related to a range of products and … Read more

Legal Experts Illuminate U.S. Product Liability Landscape in New International Comparative Guide

New York, NY — A team of legal experts has lent their insights to the latest edition of a global legal guide, focusing on product liability in the United States. Partners Christine Kain, alongside counsel Jim Frederick and associate David Koller, recently co-authored a significant chapter in the publication, International Comparative Legal Guides’ “Product Liability 2025.” The chapter, titled "Product Liability Laws and Regulations – USA," delves into the intricacies of product liability within the American legal framework. It addresses key facets such as liability systems, causation factors, potential defenses, and procedural aspects. Additionally, the … Read more