Shields

New ‘Feldstein Law’ Shields Defense Officials Sharing Intelligence with Prime Minister from Prosecution

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Jerusalem, Israel – In a move that has stirred considerable debate, Israeli ministers have sanctioned a new piece of legislation colloquially known as the “Feldstein Law.” This law affords immunity to members of the defense establishment for disclosing classified information to the Prime Minister. The decision underscores the intricate balance between national security and governmental transparency that Israel continues to navigate. The newly approved legislation specifically permits individuals within the defense sector, including military and intelligence personnel, to share sensitive information with the Prime Minister without the fear of reprisal or criminal charges. This legislative … Read more

Maui Court Decision Shields Defendants from Insurance Claims After $4 Billion Wildfire Settlement

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Wailuku, Hawaii – A judicial decision in Maui has introduced a significant measure of relief for defendants involved in the devastating Hawaiian wildfires, as a local judge decreed that they cannot be pursued by insurance companies after agreeing to a $4 billion settlement. This ruling marks a critical juncture in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the wildfires that caused substantial economic and environmental damage throughout the region. The legal move effectively shields individuals and entities that have opted into the substantial settlement from further financial claims filed by their insurers. This decision is set … Read more

Supreme Court Decision Reshapes Future of Mass Tort Bankruptcies, Limits Legal Shields for Non-Debtors

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NEW YORK — The Uamsung the decision by the Supreme Court could signal a pivot in the way corporations may use bankruptcy proceedings to settle massive lawsuits. This follows a recent decision which invalidated a key part of the agreement that would have resolved multidistrict litigation against Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin. The court ruled against the ability of bankruptcy courts to absolve claims directed at third parties who have not themselves declared bankruptcy—a standard practice that had been utilized by firms facing sizable litigation burdens. For years, bankruptcy courts provided a setting allowing … Read more

Supreme Court Decision Reshapes Bankruptcy Strategy, Limits Liability Shields for Non-Debtors in Mass Tort Settlements

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New York — A recent Supreme Court decision has potentially narrowed the utility of bankruptcy as a tactic for resolving extensive lawsuits, impacting strategies employed by large organizations such as the Catholic dioceses, Boy Scouts of America, and opioid manufacturers. The ruling denied the ability of bankruptcy courts to clear legal claims against affiliated parties that have not themselves sought bankruptcy protection, a strategy previously available and frequently utilized in mass tort litigation. Historically, bankruptcy courts have offered valuable tools for entities crushed by substantial legal challenges. These tools include a stay on existing litigation, … Read more