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Surge in Legal Advertising and Third-Party Funding Drives Up Insurance Rates, Experts Warn

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New York — A recent report from the Insurance Information Institute indicates that a significant uptick in attorney advertising, mass tort litigation, and third-party funding for lawsuits is closely linked to rising insurance costs in the United States. Research by the American Tort Reform Association reveals that legal service providers allocated over $2.5 billion to 26.9 million advertisements in 2024 alone, marking a staggering increase in advertising across television, radio, and outdoor platforms since 2017. Television ad placements hit a peak in 2023, totaling 16.4 million — a 44% increase since 2017. Radio advertisements exceeded … Read more

Surge in Attorney Advertising and Third-Party Funding Raises Red Flags for Legal System Integrity, Experts Warn

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New York, NY – A recent report from the Insurance Information Institute highlights the booming rise in legal advertising across the United States and the substantial role of third-party litigation funding in shaping these trends. With attorney advertisements now a common sight, the industry reportedly spent over $2.5 billion on nearly 27 million ads in 2024. The surge reflects an ongoing shift in how legal services are marketed and funded. Data from the American Tort Reform Association reveals significant growth in advertising formats, including television, radio, and outdoor displays, particularly since 2017. Television ads reached … Read more

Senators Warn Paramount’s Shari Redstone: Potential Anti-Bribery Violations Loom Over Trump Lawsuit Settlement

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Senators from the Democratic Party, including Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Ron Wyden, have raised concerns regarding Shari Redstone, chair of ViacomCBS, suggesting she may be breaching federal anti-bribery laws. Their warning comes as speculation grows about Paramount’s potential settlement of a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump related to the network’s “60 Minutes” program. In a letter addressed to Redstone, the senators expressed unease over reports indicating that Paramount might settle the lawsuit, which the company has previously characterized as “completely without merit.” They cautioned that altering content or settling legal disputes to … Read more

Ohio Courts Warn Citizens of Rising Jury Duty Scam Threats: Don’t Fall for the Impostors!

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Cincinnati, Ohio — A warning has been issued by the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio regarding a rise in jury duty scams targeting residents. Reports indicate that scammers are posing as court officials and demanding payments for supposedly missed jury obligations. According to court representatives, these fraudsters are employing various tactics, such as impersonating federal employees over the phone and threatening individuals with fines or jail time if they fail to make immediate payments. These messages often appear to be legitimate, with scammers using certified mail to bolster their credibility. … Read more