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The Legal Intelligencer

Plaintiffs Seek Redo of First Trial Over Medical Device Plant's Emissions

The plaintiffs claim that B. Braun Medical Inc.’s victory earlier this month came out of a trial marred by incorrect jury instructions and improper rulings on what testimony was and was not admissible.
4 minute read

Law.com

5th Circuit Overturns OFAC’s Tornado Cash Sanctions

This court ruling, which limits what can be designated or sanctioned by the U.S. government, has been hailed as a victory for the crypto industry, and it could also carry implications for the future of OFAC enforcement in a post-Loper Bright reality.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

High Court Revives Kleinbard's Bid to Collect $70K in Legal Fees From Lancaster DA

“Although discovery may yield information that undermines Kleinbard’s entitlement to payment from these funds, the decision to deny relief as a matter of law at the preliminary objections stage was premature,” the majority held in an opinion authored by Justice Kevin Dougherty.
4 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Truck Collision Defendants Claim Verdict Slip Issues Spurred Jury's $29M Award

“The award of $16 million in non-economic damages by the jury was especially egregious and obviously a direct by-product of the improper jury verdict slip, as well as confusion, mistake, and misunderstanding regarding the court’s instructions to the jury relating to damages," the defendants argued in a post-trial motion.
3 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Overtime Rewind: Texas Court Ruling Unravels FLSA Salary Level Increases

Unless and until the Fifth Circuit overturns the vacatur, the 2024 Rule is not in effect, and the minimum salary levels under the EAP and HCE exemptions have reverted to their prior levels.
4 minute read

Litigation Daily

Litigators of the Week: 3 Former SGs Team Up In a Major Opioid Win for Pharmacies at the Ohio Supreme Court

The state’s high court found that the Ohio Product Liability Act barred public-nuisance claims that resulted in a $650 million verdict for two Ohio counties. Jeffrey Wall of Sullivan & Cromwell represented Walgreens, Noel Francisco of Jones Day represented Walmart and Donald Verrilli Jr. of Munger, Tolles & Olson represented CVS.
7 minute read

National Law Journal

Divided 5th Circuit Shoots Down Nasdaq Diversity Rules

The 9-8 majority said the rules were not in line with the purpose of the federal 1934 Securities Exchange Act, which they said is to protect investors from fraudulent and speculative practices and promote competition in the securities market.
3 minute read

Daily Business Review

4th DCA: 'Trial Court Erred;' Big Law Partial Victory after $82M Flo Rida Verdict Appeal

"I wouldn't get too focused on the dollars. This is a personal vindication for him. That's why he brought the lawsuit," said Flo Rida's attorney, John Uustal, about the appeal court ruling.
7 minute read

Law.com

Insurers Dodge Sherwin-Williams' Claim for $102M Lead Paint Abatement Payment, State High Court Rules

This week, the Ohio Supreme Court unanimously agreed that the abatement fund payment did not constitute "damages" under Sherwin-Williams' insurance contracts.
5 minute read

Law.com

What Does Ohio Supreme Court's Opioid Decision Mean for Public Nuisance Claims?

The Ohio Supreme Court's decision on Tuesday could impact other opioid litigation and possibly influence other mass torts, such as those over social media or mass shootings.
6 minute read

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