Strategy

Legal Expert Sheds Light on How Businesses Utilize Bankruptcy Strategy to Address Bulk Tort Litigations

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Cambridge, MA — Corporate America is increasingly turning to a contentious strategy known as “Texas two-step” bankruptcy to manage liabilities from mass tort claims, often involving allegations of harm caused by companies’ products. Experts at Harvard Law School explain that this legal maneuver allows companies to separate their liabilities from their assets, potentially shielding them from significant financial fallout while claimants may find themselves facing complex legal battles. The “Texas two-step,” named for its use of Texas business laws, involves a company creating a separate entity into which liabilities are transferred. This subsidiary then files … Read more

Ex-Trump Attorney Challenges 2024 Election Strategy with Key Revelations

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Washington, D.C. – A one-time legal adviser to former President Donald Trump has cast significant doubts on proposed efforts to challenge the outcome of the upcoming 2024 presidential election. The concerns, voiced prominently in the heart of the U.S. capital, could potentially pose a formidable challenge to any measures contesting future election results undertaken by Trump or his allies. The lawyer, who previously played a key role in advocating for Trump’s legislative agendas and addressing his legal challenges, recently expressed skepticism regarding the merit and effectiveness of challenging future electoral outcomes. Such disputes not only … Read more

Opinion: Holding Parents Accountable – A New Strategy in Gun Control Debate

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Washington — Amid an ongoing national debate on how to curb gun violence, a new discussion has emerged focusing on the role of parenting. With legislative gridlock hindering the passage of more stringent gun laws, some are advocating a different approach: holding parents accountable for failing to secure firearms or for otherwise enabling their children’s dangerous behaviors. While the legal framework varies by state, the concept of punishing negligence at home when it intersects with gun safety is gaining traction. States such as Florida and Texas have laws requiring firearms to be stored in a … Read more

Tom Davis Bolsters Epiq’s Strategy in Class Action Spaces with New Chief of Staff Role Focused on Combating Fraud

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NEW YORK — Epiq, a leader in legal services and technology, announced the appointment of Tom Davis as Chief of Staff for its Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit. This strategic move comes as part of Epiq’s efforts to enhance its capabilities in managing complex legal challenges and mitigating fraud in class action settlements. Davis, formerly Vice President of Operations and Fraud Prevention at Garden City Group (GCG) before its acquisition by Epiq in 2018, brings a wealth of experience in fraud detection and legal compliance. Reporting directly to Nicole Hamann, President of … Read more