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$3 Million Verdict: Wedding Photographer’s Sidewalk Slip Sparks Larger Debate on L.A.’s Infrastructure Liability

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has awarded a wedding photographer $3 million following a serious injury sustained from a damaged sidewalk in Woodland Hills nearly four years ago. Payman Heravi’s emotional response to the verdict reflected the ongoing challenges he faces due to the accident. In December 2019, Heravi was walking along Ventura Boulevard when he tripped over a significant uplift in the sidewalk while checking his phone. The fall left him with lasting damage to his left arm, rendering it less functional and causing ongoing pain that has hampered his ability to work as … Read more

Selective Insurance Shares Slip 2.26% in Premarket Amid Loews’ Strong Earnings and Industry Concerns

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Trenton, N.J. — Selective Insurance Group, Inc. saw its shares drop by 2.26% in early trading today, reflecting a cautious market reaction following the latest earnings results from Loews Corporation. Loews reported a net income of $391 million for the second quarter, a modest increase from $369 million during the same period last year. The earnings report from Loews highlighted a significant factor affecting investor attitudes: a charge related to mass tort reserves from CNA Financial Corporation. This announcement likely contributed to a ripple effect within the insurance sector, influencing market sentiment regarding companies such … Read more

Navigating Slip and Fall Claims: Expert Insights from Brooklyn Attorney Samantha Kucher on Proving Negligence in New York

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Brooklyn, New York — In the bustling urban landscape of Brooklyn, slip and fall incidents often lead to serious injuries, underscoring the critical need for establishing liability. Local attorney Samantha Kucher, a specialist in personal injury law, recently shared her expertise on the nuances of proving negligence in slip and fall cases across New York. Her insights emphasize both the legal frameworks and practical steps that individuals should consider when they find themselves involved in such incidents. Kucher, representing Kucher Law Group, highlighted that negligence is a critical component in these cases. To successfully prove … Read more

Legal Landscape Shift: Record Law Graduate Employment Surges Amidst AI Integration Yet Salaries Slip

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Washington, D.C. — The integration of artificial intelligence in the legal field has yet to significantly alter the hiring landscape for new law graduates. Recent data from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) indicates that the employment rate for fresh law school graduates in the United States reached its highest level on record. However, despite this increase in hires, the median salaries for entry-level positions across law firms saw a decline of 3%. Many experts are questioning whether legal AI has begun to impact employment numbers. Historically, the adoption of AI tools in law … Read more