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Baker McKenzie Receives Impressive Lawyer and Practice Rankings in Legal 500’s 2024 EMEA Guide

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London, England – Global law firm Baker McKenzie has received impressive rankings in Legal 500’s recently released 2024 EMEA Guide. The firm’s lawyers have been recognized in 292 categories, while the practice areas have secured positions in 277 rankings. Notably, Baker McKenzie has seen a significant increase of around 10 percent in lawyer rankings compared to last year. Out of the 53 new lawyer rankings, 24 have been identified as Rising Stars, 20 have entered the prestigious Hall of Fame / Leading Individuals table, and nine have been acknowledged as Next Generation Partners. Overall, 168 … Read more

Convicted Murderer Alex Murdaugh Receives 40-Year Sentence for Financial Crimes in Federal Court

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HAMPTON COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA – Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh was given a 40-year prison sentence on Monday by a federal judge, following his guilty plea to numerous financial crimes. These crimes included charges of conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering. The judge also ordered Murdaugh to pay over $8.7 million in restitution to his victims. This federal sentence will run concurrently with the 27-year sentence he is already serving for similar misconduct in state court. Murdaugh, a disbarred attorney, was found guilty in state court of defrauding his personal injury clients and law firm out of … Read more

Landmark Verdict: Child Victims Act Plaintiff Receives Unprecedented Nine-Figure Compensation

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NEW YORK (AP) — A federal jury in New York City has awarded a historic nine-figure verdict to a plaintiff under the Child Victims Act. This groundbreaking verdict serves as a significant victory for victims of child abuse and sets a precedent for future cases. The plaintiff, whose name has not been disclosed, filed the lawsuit under the state’s Child Victims Act, which was enacted in 2019. The legislation opened a one-year window during which victims of child abuse can file civil claims, regardless of the statute of limitations. The jury found in favor of … Read more

Manipur’s Linthoingambi Chanu Receives ‘Jury Honourable Mention’ at AutHer Awards

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NEW DELHI, INDIA – Potsangbam Linthoingambi Chanu, a talented author from Manipur, received the prestigious ‘Jury Honourable Mention’ award for Best Author Children at The AutHer Awards ceremony. The event, held at the Taj Palace Hotel, celebrated women authors for their outstanding literary contributions. Linthoingambi Chanu was recognized for her book “Wayel Kati-The Quest of the seven Guardians.” Organized by The Times of India and JK Paper, The AutHer Awards aim to acknowledge women writers and their significant works. The esteemed jury for the Best Author Children category included Christopher C Doyle, Kevin Missal, and … Read more