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Marshall Dennehey

Legal Updates for Lawyers’ Professional Liability - Case Law Update

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An attorney cannot be liable for failing act outside the scope of the retainer agreement. Kohler v. Polsky, 219 AD3d 821, 822 (2d Dept 2023) - The plaintiff had retained the defendant-attorney for representation in a workers’...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Wrongful Death Claims in Florida: A Guide to What You Need to Know

Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct is one of the most devastating experiences anyone can endure. In Florida, the law provides a pathway for families to seek justice and financial compensation...more

White and Williams LLP

No Expert Testimony for You: Maryland Federal Court Deems Expert Testimony Inadmissible

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The plaintiff, Whitney Rich, on behalf of C.W., brought this action after her young infant, C.W., suffered severe burns from a bathtub in their rental property. The plaintiff alleged that the landlord, Marilyn L. Dennison...more

Alston & Bird

Georgia’s Tort Reform Bill Could Dampen “Nuclear” Verdicts, but There’s Still a Long Way to Go

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Our Industrials & Manufacturing and Products Liability Groups discuss a bill introduced in Georgia that aims to rein in “nuclear” verdicts that juries award in tort cases in Georgia’s courts....more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Xactus Data Breach Letter Confirms 2024 Incident Compromised Individuals’ Social Security Numbers

On February 14, 2025, Xactus LLC filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access a company email account. In this notice, Xactus...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Innovative Renal Care Sends Data Breach Letters Following Early 2024 Incident

On February 14, 2025, American Renal Management LLC d/b/a Innovative Renal Care (“IRC”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that an unauthorized actor accessed and copied...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

California’s Included Health Provides Notice of Data Breach to an Unknown Number of Individuals

On February 13, 2025, Included Health, Inc. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access confidential information that had been...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Charleston Area Medical Center Announces Data Breach Following Email Phishing Attack

On February 14, 2025, Charleston Area Medical Center (“CAMC Health”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after being targeted in an email phishing attack. In this notice, CAMC Health...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Files Notice of Data Breach

On February 14, 2025, Kelsey-Seybold Medical Group, PLLC (“Kelsey-Seybold Clinic”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that confidential information in the company’s possession...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

The Pension Specialists Data Breach Affects Over 71k Consumers

On February 14, 2025, The Pension Specialists Ltd. (“TPS”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Maine after discovering that certain files on its network were accessed without authorization. In this...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Finastra Announces Data Breach Following Discovery of November 2024 Cyberattack

On February 12, 2025, Finastra filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that an unauthorized third party accessed portions of the company’s IT network. In this notice,...more

JUSTICENTER

The Deadliest Highway Stretches in California

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California is a large state with thousands of miles of roads, highways, and interstates within its borders. The state also has one of the nation’s highest numbers of traffic fatalities. From Sacramento to Encino, CA,...more

Hissey, Mulderig & Friend, PLLC

U.S. Navy Veterans With Cancer from AFFF May Qualify to File a Lawsuit

Veterans of the U.S. Navy who were exposed to Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) and diagnosed with kidney cancer, pancreatic cancer, testicular cancer, or other types of cancers may be eligible to file a lawsuit and receive...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Fillmore County Hospital Announces Data Breach

On February 13, 2025, Fillmore County Hospital posted a notice on its website discussing a recent data security incident after discovering that an unauthorized party accessed an employee’s email account. In this notice,...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

REMSA Health Experiences Cyberattack, Raising Questions of a Possible Data Breach

Recently, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (“REMSA”) confirmed reports that the organization recently experienced a cyberattack. As a result, REMSA Health is looking into the extent of the cyberattack to...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

How Florida’s No-Fault Insurance System Affects Your Accident Claim

Florida’s “no-fault” insurance laws provide certain protections, but in the process, they create a lot of confusion. Even worse, the no-fault system can limit your ability to seek compensation after a car accident. To fully...more

Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP

Georgia Senate Introduces Tort Reform Legislation

On January 30, 2025, Governor Kemp introduced his "Tort Reform" plan that would redefine Georgia rules regarding civil trials and litigation financing with the ultimate aim to lower insurance costs. The Senate responded by...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Prizm Media Announces Data Breach Stemming from Unauthorized Access to Company Email Account

On January 30, 2025, Prizm Media, Inc. (“Prizm”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Washington after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access an employee’s email account. In this...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

CPS Solutions Files Notice of Data Breach Following Unauthorized Access to Business Email Account

On February 10, 2025, CPS Solutions, LLC filed a notice of data breach with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights after discovering that an unauthorized actor was able to access a company...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

How to File a Product Liability Claim for Defective Car Parts in Florida

When a defective car part causes an accident or injury, the consequences can be devastating. If you or a loved one have suffered due to a faulty automobile part(s), you may have the right to file a product liability claim to...more

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What To Do if You Witness a Car Accident

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The first action you should take after witnessing a crash is to call 911. Alerting emergency services is essential for getting help to the scene quickly. When you call, provide clear and precise information to the operator....more

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Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

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Getting a personal injury settlement can feel like a huge relief after an accident. But many people wonder, “How much of this settlement will I actually get?” Understanding how settlements are broken down can help you know...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

AultCare Announces Data Breach Affecting Employer-Sponsored Health Plan Participants

On February 10, 2025, AultCare Corporation, AultCare Insurance Company, and Aultra Administrative Group (collectively, “AultCare”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

KeyBank Sends Data Breach Letters Following Incident at Wong Fleming, P.C.

On February 11, 2025, KeyBank filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that an incident at Wong Fleming, P.C., a third-party vendor used by KeyBank, compromised information...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Heartland Bank Sends Data Breach Letters Following Recent Email Data Security Incident

On February 7, 2025, Heartland Bank filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering a recent data security incident involving the company’s email system. In this notice, Heartland...more

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