Judge Dismisses Case in Cinematographer’s On-Set Death Amid Evidence Withholding Scandal; Family and Legal Team Express Outrage

Santa Fe, New Mexico – A legal chapter closed recently when Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed charges in a high-profile case following revelations that key evidence about the source of the live ammunition in a fatal shooting on a movie set hadn’t been disclosed by prosecutors and police. The case involved an incident that tragically cut short the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The abrupt dismissal has brought a wave of emotions and significant upset among Hutchins’ family and their representatives. The evidence in question deeply impacts their pursuit of justice and understanding of the … Read more

Alec Baldwin’s Legal Team Seeks Dismissal of Charges in On-Set Shooting Case

SANTA FE, N.M. — In a significant development in a case that has captured national attention, Alec Baldwin’s defense attorney has requested the dismissal of charges against the actor related to a fatal shooting on a movie set. The incident, which occurred during the filming of the Western film “Rust,” resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza. Legal representatives for Baldwin argue that the charges—of involuntary manslaughter—are unfounded, citing that the actor had no reason to suspect the gun he was handling contained live ammunition. Baldwin was rehearsing a … Read more

Motley Rice Boosts Legal Expertise with Addition of Accomplished Litigator Mike Daly to Philadelphia Team

PHILADEDELPHIA — In an ambitious move to enhance its litigation prowess, Motley Rice LLC, one of the foremost plaintiffs’ civil litigation law firms in the U.S., recently announced the addition of Mike Daly to their team. Daly will serve as a member of the firm in its Philadelphia office, bringing his deep-rooted expertise in class action and multidistrict litigation to the table. With a flourishing career that centres on complex litigations involving harmful pharmaceuticals, defective medical devices, and environmental hazards, Daly’s appointment is poised to bolster the firm’s capabilities in handling mass tort and class … Read more

Orrick Expands Its Reach with Seven-Member Healthcare Regulatory Team in Washington DC and Boston

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, a prominent global law firm, has announced the expansion of its services with the addition of a specialized healthcare regulatory team. This new team, comprised of seven seasoned lawyers, has joined Orrick’s offices in Washington, D.C. and Boston, indicating a strategic enhancement of the firm’s capabilities in healthcare law. The movement of these lawyers, who bring a rich background in intricate healthcare regulations and strategic business advice, underlines Orrick’s commitment to reinforcing its service offerings amid a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. This expansion aims not only to address the rising … Read more