Trends

Texas Federal Courts Experience Torts Litigation Surge, Surpassing New York and Highlighting Key Trends in 2024

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HOUSTON – A recent study reveals that from 2022 to 2024, the Southern District of Texas ranked second in federal tort lawsuits, trailing only Mississippi’s Southern District. The findings, outlined in the 2025 Torts Litigation Report by Lex Machina, indicate a notable increase in tort litigation across U.S. federal courts. The report highlights a nearly 20 percent rise in federal tort filings between the 2023-2024 and 2021-2022 periods. Contributing factors include larger jury awards, simplified processes for moving cases to federal courts, and stagnant insurance coverage limits that have not adjusted for inflation. Ron Porter, … Read more

IPWatchdog: Pioneering Insights in Patent Policy and Innovation Trends

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Alexandria, Virginia — As the landscape of intellectual property evolves, the focus on patents, policy direction, and innovation has never been more critical. IPWatchdog.com has emerged as a prominent platform dedicated to delivering in-depth insights, industry news, and relevant discussions surrounding these pivotal topics. Established in 1999, IPWatchdog has garnered a reputation for being a key resource within the patent and innovation sectors. Its content is catered to a wide range of audiences, including entrepreneurs, legal professionals, and policymakers who navigate the complexities of intellectual property laws and trends. The site is notable for its … Read more

"Emerging Trends in UK Litigation Funding: Navigating Challenges and Seizing Opportunities for Mass Claims"

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London, England — The landscape of mass litigation in England is shifting dramatically, spurred on by a burgeoning litigation funding industry over the past decade. Unlike in the United States, where complex multi-claimant lawsuits are a staple of the judicial process, England’s legal framework is adapting to accommodate this growing trend. While litigation funding was once rare in the UK, it has seen exponential growth, with financial backing soaring from £198 million in 2011-2012 to approximately £2.2 billion by 2022. This significant tenfold increase positions the UK among the largest markets for litigation funding globally, … Read more

Divorce Trends Revealed: Seasonal Patterns Show Peaks in Filings with Spring and Summer Surges

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Kirk Stange, a family law attorney based in the United States, has observed distinct patterns in divorce filings, with peaks occurring in early spring and late summer. Stange, who has practiced family law for 25 years and oversees a firm with 27 offices across nine states, notes that these trends remain consistent across locations. During an interview, he likened the influx of divorce cases in these specific months to the annual rush that accountants experience during tax season. His meticulous record-keeping over the past decade has revealed that divorce filings usually surge during March and … Read more