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Barrage of Suits Against DaVita Shows How Fast Legal Risks Can Escalate After Cyberattack DaVita is a big name in health care. It helps people with kidney problems. The company runs dialysis centers across the U.S. But in 2025, DaVita faced a big problem. A cyberattack hit the company hard. Hackers stole data from millions … Read more
San Francisco, CA – August 21, 2025 – The distribution of a $725 million class-action settlement addressing Meta’s Facebook privacy violations has hit a snag due to recent lawsuits targeting claims administrators. The settlement, one of the largest of its kind, was intended to compensate approximately 19 million U.S. Facebook users for data privacy breaches, … Read more
Law Firms in Australia Look to Energy Transition for Revenue Growth Australia’s ambitious shift toward a low-carbon economy is proving to be a significant driver of revenue growth for law firms across the country, as reported in a recent analysis by Law.com. The nation’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 43% below 2005 levels … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the legal world. Many firms now use AI tools. These tools promise to make work faster and better. But there’s a problem. Some companies overhype their AI. They call simple tools “AI agents.” This is called “agent washing.” It confuses people. It can mislead lawyers and clients. This article explains … Read more
Second Bellwether Trial in Cow’s Milk-Based Baby Formula MDL Postponed By Legal Affairs CorrespondentPublished August 15, 2025 Chicago, IL – The second bellwether trial in the multidistrict litigation (MDL) targeting cow’s milk-based baby formulas linked to necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature infants has been delayed, marking another hurdle for plaintiffs in this closely watched case. … Read more
By Alex Johnson Boston, MA – September 16, 2025. A big legal fight is brewing in Massachusetts. Law firm Cozen O’Connor has filed a lawsuit. They claim a Boston brewery broke a contract. The suit seeks $1.2 million in damages. The target is Lord Hobo Brewing Co. This popular craft beer maker now faces tough … Read more
By Sam MichaelSeptember 24, 2025 Climbing the ranks in Big Law demands more than billable hours—it’s about vision, resilience, and a dash of humility. Rachel Faye Smith, the newly minted co-chair of Morrison Foerster’s privacy and cybersecurity practice, shares her blueprint for success, urging aspiring leaders to embrace flexibility over fixation on the corner office. … Read more
Service Provider Management, Not Selection, Determines RFP Success in 2025 In the evolving landscape of procurement, the Request for Proposal (RFP) process remains a cornerstone for organizations seeking to engage service providers for critical projects. However, a growing consensus in 2025, supported by industry insights and expert analyses, suggests that the success of an RFP … Read more
Stagnant Economy Leaves Companies More Vulnerable to Trade War Disruptions In a sluggish global economy, businesses are increasingly susceptible to the ripple effects of ongoing trade wars, which threaten to disrupt supply chains, inflate costs, and erode profit margins. As tariffs and trade barriers escalate between major economies, companies already grappling with stagnant growth face … Read more
New Brunswick, New Jersey – August 29, 2025 – The New Jersey Law Journal, in partnership with ALM, proudly announces the finalists for the 2025 New Jersey Legal Awards, recognizing the exceptional contributions of attorneys, law firms, and in-house legal teams that have shaped the Garden State’s legal landscape. These honors celebrate trailblazers in litigation, … Read more