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Join us for an exciting episode of LegalCast as we welcome David Harper, co-founder of LegalIntelligence.ai. Based in the UK but operating in the US, LegalIntelligence.ai is at the forefront of legal technology, revolutionizing the mass tort and complex commercial litigation landscape. David dives into how their cutting-edge solutions streamline finance and business operations for law firms, offering predictive analytics for docket management and overcoming the common bottlenecks between finances and litigation. David shares the origin story of LegalIntelligence.ai, emphasizing the founders'...
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Baby Food Contamination, Who is complicit? With Brent Wisner
Mass Tort News LegalCast
In this episode of LegalCast, Mark York from MassTort News welcomes Brent Wisner from Wisner Baum to discuss a newly consolidated MDL concerning heavy metals in baby food. Wisner outlines the history and developments of this litigation, which began nearly two years ago with cases filed in state courts. The litigation focuses on major baby food manufacturers like Gerber and Beech-Nut, accused of selling products with dangerous levels of lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium, which have been linked to autism and ADHD in children. Wisner recounts how the MDL was recently established in San...
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Baby Food Contamination, Who is complicit? With Brent Wisner
Mass Tort News LegalCast
In this episode of LegalCast, Mark York from MassTort News welcomes Brent Wisner from Wisner Baum to discuss a newly consolidated MDL concerning heavy metals in baby food. Wisner outlines the history and developments of this litigation, which began nearly two years ago with cases filed in state courts. The litigation focuses on major baby food manufacturers like Gerber and Beech-Nut, accused of selling products with dangerous levels of lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium, which have been linked to autism and ADHD in children. Wisner recounts how the MDL was recently established in San...
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The Suboxone MDL 3092 "What To Know"
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In this LegalCast episode hosted by Mark York, attorneys Sara Papantonio of Levin Papantonio and Davis Cooper of Cooper Law Partners discuss the Suboxone MDL 3092 (Multi-District Litigation). Sara and Davis, both recently appointed to the plaintiff's steering committee, provide insights into the litigation's background, key claims, and notable corporate misconduct. They highlight the significant dental injuries caused by Suboxone film, attributing them to the acidic nature of the drug. The discussion covers various legal aspects, including failure to warn claims, design defects, and antitrust...
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Mass Tort Minute with Joseph Fantini
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In this episode of LegalCast on Mass Tort News, host Mark York welcomes Joseph Fantini from Philadelphia's Rosen Injury Law to discuss the latest updates in mass tort litigation. Fantini highlights Roundup as the hottest ongoing tort, with multiple trials underway and Bayer facing significant verdicts against them. He predicts potential inventory settlements due to the large number of filed cases. The discussion expands to include hernia mesh litigation, particularly focusing on Bard and Covidian cases, with expectations of a global settlement for Bard by the second half of the year. The...
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Camp Lejeune Questions? No Juries, Opt Outs & Cancer Study explained with Nevin Wisnoski
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In this LegalCast episode, Mark York hosts Nevin Wisnowski, an associate attorney at Napoli Shkolnik, to provide an in-depth update on the Camp Lejeune litigation. Nevin discusses the current status of the litigation, highlighting impending deadlines for filing administrative notices of claim and recent court interpretations, notably the denial of jury trials for plaintiffs. He sheds light on the significant burden placed on the court system due to the high number of filed cases and administrative notices. Nevin explores the unique challenges posed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) as an...
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Study Links Camp Lejeune Toxic Water to New Cancers with Hunter Shkolnik
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In this LegalCast episode, Elisa D'Amico sits down with Hunter Shkolnik of Napoli Shkolnik to discuss the recently published government study on water contamination at Camp Lejeune. The study reveals alarming findings related to diseases and cancers associated with exposure to the contaminated water, impacting military families. Shkolnik emphasizes the significance of the report, highlighting the expansion of diseases covered, including male breast cancer. They examine the challenges faced by victims seeking compensation, particularly within the slow-moving elective option program....
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Testimony on Proposed FRCP 16.1 with Jose Rojas
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In this LegalCast episode, Elisa D'Amico engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jose Rojas from Levin, Rojas, Camassar & Reck LLC. The discussion begins with an exploration of Jose's recent testimony before the rules committee on Rule 16.1, a federal rule integral to the MDL structure. This crucial testimony sets the stage for a multifaceted dialogue on the evolving landscape of MDL leadership and the importance of diversity in shaping legal committees. Elisa and Jose explore the collaborative process of the rules committee and touch on crucial issues, including privilege logs...
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Sexual Abuse Litigation Innovator with Adam Slater
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In this LegalCast video, Adam Slater, a partner at Slater, Slater, and Schulman, discusses sex abuse cases. Adam shares his background, starting with his experience in mass tort law, particularly the 9-11 litigation, and highlights the growth of his firm to 11 offices with 70 lawyers. The conversation discusses specific cases, such as the Boy Scouts bankruptcy, where Adam's firm represents over 14,000 claimants. They discuss the challenges and progress in handling these cases, including the STAC committee and the $2.4 billion trust. Adam also touches on other cases like Camp Lejeune and burn...
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Critical Deadline: Inside the 3M Combat Arms Earplug Settlement with Jennifer Hoekstra
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Discover crucial insights into the 3M Combat Arms Earplug settlement process, upcoming deadlines, and the positive momentum in this groundbreaking case (MDL 2885). Jennifer Hoekstra of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz sheds light on the accelerated timeline, attrition rates, and the immense cooperation received from claimants. With a mandatory deadline approaching on January 25th, 2024, for claimants to sign registration forms, this episode is your last chance to get informed! Over 200,000 claimants have already submitted paperwork, and the majority can expect payments in the next 18 to...
info_outlineMaria Fleming is a complex litigation attorney with a focus on regulatory compliance. She works in the Cleveland, Ohio office of Napoli Shkolnik PLLC. Maria served as plaintiff trial counsel in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation MDL Bellwether trials of Lake and Trumbull Counties. In this role she was responsible for all of Plaintiffs’ exhibits to be introduced in trial and submitted to the jury. She also has experience leading depositions and motion practice involving opioid litigations across the country.
On February 28, 2023, Judge Mary M. Rowland, U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division, issued an order (https://images.law.com/contrib/content/uploads/documents/292/144406/Hair-relaxer-hrg-nts-3.2.23-leadership-mtn-list-of-names.pdf) appointing Maria to a leadership position for the hair product litigation cases in MDL 3060: In Re: Hair Relaxer Marketing Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation. Maria currently serves as part of the discovery subcommittee.
As a regulatory litigator who has significant experience in mass torts, Maria shares her insights and involvement in the hair relaxer MDL 3060 In this interview with MTN, she discusses her journey into mass tort litigation, her role in the discovery committee, and the impact of hair relaxers on women of color.
Maria shares some background about her career path, what she learned from her role in the opioid litigation, and the transition to the hair relaxer MDL. Maria's enthusiasm for learning and adapting to the ever-changing field of law shines through as she discusses the challenges and rewards of being a litigator.
She shares her insights on mentorship and diversity, lauding her law firm - Napoli Shkolnik, PLLC - specifically Hunter Shkolnik, Paul Napoli, and Marie Napoli - for their innovative approach to diversity and inclusion, and to ensuring access to leadership opportunities and other professional development tools.
As someone with experience using hair relaxers, Maria dives headfirst into the impact of hair relaxers on her own family members and other women of color. An open book, Maria candidly shares her own experience with hair relaxer, from her memories of using it throughout her childhood to that moment when she learned about the harmful effects of hair relaxer use and ceased all use of the product. Maria empathizes with her clients, many of whom have experienced fibroids and cancer (uterine or ovarian) due to the use of chemical hair relaxers.
The video explores the deceptive marketing tactics employed by hair relaxer manufacturers, their failure to disclose potential harm, and the misrepresentation of their products' safety. Maria highlights the claims made in the hair relaxer lawsuits, including fraudulent misrepresentation, wrongful death, and the failure to adequately label or market the products.
Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that sheds light on the hidden dangers of hair relaxers and Maria Fleming's dedication to seeking justice for those affected. Watch now to gain insights into the world of mass tort litigation and the impact it can have on individuals and communities.
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