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Monsanto Wins in Philadelphia's Roundup Mass Tort

Monsanto Wins in Philadelphia's Roundup Mass Tort

October 11, 2024. By Jane Mundy.
Philadelphia, PA Bayer’s Monsanto had a good September. A Philadelphia jury found that, although Monsanto's Roundup weedkiller was defective, it did not cause plaintiff Ryan Young's non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It determined that Young did not provide sufficient evidence to prove that Roundup was the cause of his cancer. This is the fifth Monsanto Roundup lawsuit verdict in Philadelphia and the second win for the agrochemical company since trials began here about a year ago. Read More
Tips for Maximizing Your Compensation in a Malpractice Case

Tips for Maximizing Your Compensation in a Malpractice Case

October 11, 2024. By LAS Staff Writer.
Santa Clara, CA Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare expert, via omission or negligent act, injures or causes harm to patients. If you suffer any harm or are injured because of a healthcare professional’s negligence, you’re entitled to compensation. However, your settlement amount primarily depends on how you handle your medical malpractice lawsuit. Discussed below are four tips for maximizing your compensation in a malpractice case.

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Former UPS Worker Claiming Racial Discrimination Awarded $237 million

Former UPS Worker Claiming Racial Discrimination Awarded $237 million

October 9, 2024. By Jane Mundy.
Spokane, WA A jury has awarded a former United Parcel Service (UPS) worker over $237 million in a racial discrimination lawsuit last month in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Washington at Yakima. One attorney for the plaintiff said it is likely the biggest of its kind and the biggest ever in the state. Read More
Splintered Decisions in ERISA 401k Forfeiture Lawsuits

Splintered Decisions in ERISA 401k Forfeiture Lawsuits

October 9, 2024. By Anne Wallace.
San Diego, CA On September 24, the Southern District of California granted Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.’s motion to dismiss Konstantina Dimou’s ERISA lawsuit. Dimou v. Thermo Fisher Scientific claims that forfeited contributions should have been used to pay the administrative expenses of the Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 401(k) Retirement Plan rather than to offset required employer contributions. The financial difference can be significant. Read More
The Role of Criminal Psychology in Legal Proceedings

The Role of Criminal Psychology in Legal Proceedings

October 8, 2024. By LAS Staff Writer.
Santa Clara, CA Understanding criminal behavior is a critical part of ensuring justice is served in legal cases. Whether it's a high-profile murder trial or a complex white-collar crime, the human mind plays a central role in why people commit certain actions. That’s where criminal psychology comes in. As courts look beyond physical evidence and testimonies, they increasingly turn to psychological evaluations to understand the minds behind crimes. The insights provided by criminal psychologists are now a valuable part of legal proceedings, helping to uncover motives, mental states, and even future risks. Read More
THE LEGAL AND HEALTH CRISIS SURROUNDING MESOTHELIOMA, LUNG CANCER, AND ASBESTOS

THE LEGAL AND HEALTH CRISIS SURROUNDING MESOTHELIOMA, LUNG CANCER, AND ASBESTOS

October 7, 2024. By LAS Staff Writer.
Today, thousands of people are suffering from diseases such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis--usually decades after asbestos exposure. Asbestos's insulation and fireproofing qualities have been completely overshadowed by knowledge about its severe health consequences. Read More
Certification Granted in Southwest Airlines FMLA lawsuit

Certification Granted in Southwest Airlines FMLA lawsuit

October 7, 2024. By Jane Mundy.
Oakland, CA A California federal judge certified a Southwest Airlines class action lawsuit filed by flight attendants accusing the airline of systemic interference with employees’ federally protected family and medical leave rights. The California labor complaint accuses Southwest Airlines of penalizing employees who took legally entitled leave, leading to denied disciplinary point reductions, and in some cases, wrongful terminations. Read More

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