Recruiting

Federal Court Approves Idaho’s Abortion Trafficking Law but Blocks Recruiting Provision

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San Francisco – Following recent legal disputes, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has made a critical decision concerning Idaho’s unique abortion law. The court ruled that the state can impose its “abortion trafficking” statute, which prosecutes those aiding minors in obtaining abortions without parental consent, specifically in terms of harboring or transporting minors across state lines for the procedure. However, the appellate court has decided to block the enforcement of the part of the law concerning the “recruiting” of minors for abortions. The terms of the 2023 law had initially defined “recruiting, harboring, … Read more

Surge in Legal Advertising: Firms Aggressively Recruiting Plaintiffs for Group Lawsuits

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New York — A burgeoning trend among lawyers across the United States has been gaining momentum as they increasingly turn to advertising to seek out plaintiffs for mass litigation, a strategy aimed at building large, multi-plaintiff lawsuits, particularly against corporations accused of widespread harm. This surge in legal advertising is reshaping how law firms approach potential class action suits and mass tort litigation. Historically, legal practices seldom relied heavily on advertising, instead depending on direct client referrals or personal solicitations. However, the rise of digital platforms and the penetration of social media into daily life … Read more

Paul Weiss Strengthens Mass Torts Division by Recruiting Top Attorney from 3M, GSK

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New York, NY – In a strategic expansion of its legal forces, Paul Weiss, a prominent law firm known for tackling high-profile lawsuits, has appointed a top lawyer from the corporate scene to enhance its ability to handle mass tort litigations. The move comes as the firm aims to strengthen its litigation team amid a surge in complex, multi-plaintiff cases. The newly recruited attorney, who previously represented major corporations such as 3M and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), joins Paul Weiss with a wealth of experience in mass torts. These cases, which involve lawsuits with numerous plaintiffs against … Read more

Former UGA Recruiting Staffer Reaches Settlement with University Athletics After Surviving Tragic Accident

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Athens, Georgia — In a legal resolution that underscores the challenges of road safety for university staff, a former University of Georgia recruiting staffer has settled a lawsuit involving the school’s Athletic Association following a devastating car accident that occurred in January 2021. The crash tragically resulted in the death of one colleague and left the staffer with severe injuries. The lawsuit was settled for an undisclosed amount after two years of legal proceedings, closing a chapter on an event that sent ripples through the university community and beyond. This resolution comes after a period … Read more