You may file for bankruptcy when you have a large debt and do not have the resources to pay it off. When you do this, your creditor (the one you owe) has to do one of two things: they either have to structure your repayment to allow you to quickly pay off your debt based […]
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Johnson & Johnson, the pharmaceutical giant, faces significant legal challenges in Australia over allegations of selling ineffective cold and flu medications. A class action lawsuit has been filed by Brisbane-based law firm JGA Saddler against the company, potentially affecting millions of Australians. The lawsuit centers on products containing phenylephrine, including popular brands like Codral Day
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Ben Thomson, LawFuel contributing editor While most big law firms are handing out both regular year-end bonuses and special bonuses this year, a couple of major players – Hogan Lovells and Perkins Coie – decided to skip the special bonus part – until now. The regular year-end bonuses range from $20,000 to $115,000 depending on
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Picture this… you’re in the car alone driving down a familiar road in your town, and it just happens. The next thing you remember is seeing your life flash before your eyes, brake lights, and probably your brake squealing if you remember to step on it. Before you know it, you might be in a
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Judge’s Cannon Fodder For the Legal Scene Tom Borman, Senior Law Contributor Imagine a federal judge’s chambers as a high-stakes game of musical chairs, where the music suddenly stops and two players unexpectedly bolt for the exit. That’s the curious situation unfolding in the office of Judge Aileen Cannon, documented earlier this year in David
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Sonia Hickey, LawFuel contributor When it comes to the Trump family, the apple doesn’t fall far from the… well, you know the rest. But in the case of Tiffany Trump, the lesser-known Trump offspring, it seems the legal apple might have rolled a bit further than her father claims. Tiffany Trump, the only child of
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In countries where drinking is legal, the alarming prevalence of driving under the influence poses a significant threat despite strict laws against it. The commonplace disregard for breathalyzer tests by drivers has resulted in a surge of drunk driving incidents, leading to fatal consequences for drivers, passengers, and innocent bystanders. This raises a crucial question:
Life’s surprises often come unannounced—a stumble, a mishap, an injury that throws your world into disarray. The initial shock, the searing pain, the stark realization—all can make you feel submerged in an ocean of pain and confusion following a personal injury. However, understanding the path forward can significantly affect the quality of your recovery, transforming
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Image Source: Pixabay If you have sustained hearing loss from noisy work environments, you may qualify for compensation. However, proving occupational hearing loss can be challenging due to the need for clear evidence linking workplace conditions to the damage. Expert witnesses can bridge the gap between claims and evidence. Ranging from audiologists to industrial hygienists,
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Norma Harris, LawFuel contributor It’s been a top year for Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison who have now edged out aggressive corporate rivals to be anointed as the Big Law Lord of the Junge, clinching the coveted title of Law Firm of the Year for 2024. This accolade, bestowed by the American Lawyer, is
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