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Carmakers Press U.S. Agency Over Outdated Safety Rules


Automakers say outdated federal safety rules delay life-saving vehicle technology updates.

Sara E. Teller
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News & Politics

The Harkin Institute Celebrate’s the ADA’s 35th Anniversary and Its Recent “Gold” Certification

Press Release - July 2, 2025

The ceremony will be followed by a panel discussion that will cover the benefits of universal design and how to implement accessibility features in your workplace.

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Crimes

What to Do If You’re Accused of a Crime But Weren’t Caught at the Scene

Michael White, Esq. - July 3, 2025

If you weren’t caught at the scene of the alleged crime, but someone is accusing you now, your case may be in a critical pre-filing window.

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Verdicts & Settlements

Court Rules Lawsuit Challenging Solitary Confinement of Incarcerated New Yorkers with Disabilities Can Proceed in Brooklyn as a Class Action

Press Release - July 3, 2025

DOCCS and OMH continue to subject hundreds of people with disabilities held in state prisons to solitary confinement, which is defined under HALT as “any form of cell confinement…for more than 17 hours a day.”

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Business

FisherBroyles Bolsters London Presence with Senior Transactional Attorney Edward Allbless

Press Release - July 3, 2025

Firm expands global footprint with senior international energy and commercial transactions attorney.

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Business

FisherBroyles Attorneys Named to 2025 Best Lawyers® Women in the Law

Press Release - July 3, 2025

Recognition highlights 16 female lawyers across 17 practice areas.

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Business

FisherBroyles Grows North American Footprint with Additions of Attorneys Peter Booth, Ashley LaValley and Sergio Legorreta

Press Release - July 3, 2025

“Peter, Ashley and Sergio each bring a combination of depth and agility in their respective fields,” said James Fisher II, cofounder and managing partner of FisherBroyles.

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L-R: P. Booth, A. LaValley, and S. Legorreta; images courtesy of FisherBroyles. L-R: P. Booth, A. LaValley, and S. Legorreta; images courtesy of FisherBroyles.

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Connecticut Overhauls Auto Claim Arbitration Process

Connecticut now requires insurers to cover costs and interest in arbitration disputes.

Sara E. Teller

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Dallas Court Dismisses Attorney General Lawsuit Against State Fair’s Firearm Ban

“The city believes that this is really an issue about private property,” said attorney Jeff Tillotson, who represented Dallas in the lawsuit. “We lease the property to a private entity—the State Fair of Texas—and, just like you have with respect to your home, they have the right to do what they want with respect to guests.”

Ryan J. Farrick

Lawsuits & Litigation
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Immigrant Rights Groups Challenge ICE Actions in Los Angeles

“These guys are popping up, rampant all over the city, just taking people randomly and we want that particular practice to end,” said attorney Mohammad Tajsar of the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California.

Ryan J. Farrick

Verdicts & Settlements
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Sen. Bernie Sanders Blasts Paramount Over “Bogus” $16m Payment to Trump

“It’s pretty obvious why Paramount chose to surrender to Trump,” Sanders said. “The Redstone family is in line to receive $2.4 billion from the sale of Paramount to Skydance, but they can only receive this money if the Trump administration approves this deal.”

Ryan J. Farrick

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Nursing Home Sued Over Delayed Care

Elderly woman’s injury prompts lawsuit over delayed care at facility.

Sara E. Teller

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Verdicts & Settlements

Policyholders Win Jury Trial in Class Action against CNO Financial

Press Release - July 3, 2025

Based on the jury verdict, total damages for the class comprised of approximately 2,000 policyholders are now estimated at $83.2 million after deducting prior settlement payments. With interest added, total damages are estimated at $211.3 million.

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Crimes

San Diego Criminal Defense Firm Helps Military Servicemember Avoid Life Sentence in High-Profile Murder Trial

David P. Shapiro - July 3, 2025

“This case is a reminder that every defendant, regardless of what they’re accused of, has a constitutional right to due process, and that a courtroom is the only place where guilt or innocence should be decided,” Shapiro said.

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News & Politics

Guiding Neutrality at the Securities and Exchange Commission

Bennett Nuss - July 3, 2025

The concept of the wholly independent agency was always an optimistic one. However, so long as we have these independent agencies, we should encourage them to live up to the ideal of their neutrality.

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Business

Shumaker’s Intellectual Property Team Grows to Meet Client Demand with Addition of Patent Attorney Kyle T. Mosley

Press Release - July 2, 2025

With over a decade of experience in patent prosecution, litigation, and counseling, Kyle brings a strong technical background in computer science and a sharp business focus to his legal practice.

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Shumaker Partner Jillian Askren Named Chair of Fund Development and Evaluation Committee for the Junior League of Tampa

Press Release - July 2, 2025

The Junior League of Tampa is committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through effective action and leadership.

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Shumaker Partner Benjamin R. Hanan Named to Leadership Florida Cornerstone Class 43, Advancing the Firm’s Longstanding Commitment to Statewide Leadership 

Press Release - July 2, 2025

Leadership Florida’s Cornerstone program brings together influential leaders from across the state to foster meaningful relationships, strengthen Florida’s communities.

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Board Certified Local Government Specialist Matt Newton Returns to Shumaker, Bolstering Real Estate and Government Law Capabilities 

Press Release - July 2, 2025

“Shumaker has always felt like home,” said Matt. “The culture here is built on trust, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to doing what’s right for the client.”

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Business

Louis E. Tosi Receives Prestigious Order of the Star of Italy, Named Italian Knight of the Republic 

Press Release - July 2, 2025

The Order of the Star of Italy is conferred by the President of the Italian Republic and reflects Italy’s gratitude to those who enhance its international reputation and relationships. 

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Investigations

Tennessee Flex Loan Leaves Borrowers in Debt

Sara E. Teller - July 2, 2025

Tennessee’s Flex Loan law allows repeated borrowing, trapping residents in growing debt.

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Lawsuits & Litigation

6 Reasons to Hire a Greensboro Truck Accident Attorney After a Collision

Staff - July 1, 2025

Getting hurt in a truck accident can turn your whole world upside down, but you don’t have to face it alone.

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Lawsuits & Litigation

How Portland’s Helmet and Lighting Laws Affect Cyclist Safety and Liability

Staff - July 1, 2025

Lighting violations create more severe legal exposure than helmet non-compliance. Cyclists riding without proper lighting after dark may face primary liability for accidents, even when other factors contributed to the collision.

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Lawsuits & Litigation

One Fall, One Injury — A Worker’s Legal Path to Justice After an Accident

Staff - July 1, 2025

The aftermath of a workplace fall can feel like navigating a treacherous path in the dark. The physical pain, emotional distress, and financial anxieties combine to create a formidable challenge.

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