Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Indiana General Litigation

In significant, complex cases, we are trusted advisors to our clients in matters ranging from pre-litigation strategy to the decision of when to try cases, and how. And clients count on our attorneys to try—and win—their most important disputes.

We represent clients in actions pending in Indiana state trial courts, before the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Indiana Supreme Court, in federal District Courts all over the United States, and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
Insurance Defense

Our attorneys provide a full spectrum of legal services to insurance carriers, including the defense of claims in the areas of products liability, environmental and toxic substance law, officers’ and directors’ liability, worker’s compensation claims, and general personal injury and property damage claims, including catastrophic claims arising out of construction site accidents. Our attorneys also defend professional negligence and malpractice claims asserted against accountants, attorneys, insurance agents, real estate brokers, physicians, dentists, hospitals and other health care professionals.

Arbitration / Mediation / Alternative Dispute

For new clients who are dealing with their first litigation lawsuit, the complexity can be overwhelming and exhaustive. Along with costly fees, finding a win-win situation for every party involved is not an easy task.

Hiring an attorney who specializes in alternative dispute resolution is the best way to go. For some cases, it is impossible to avoid going to trial but our lawyers are extremely effective at using mediation, arbitration and other ADR methods to neutralize emotions and solve disputes as quickly as possible.

ADR offers greater control over the process and the result. From setting the ground rules, to selecting the mediator, ADR not only offers more flexibility and can be faster and less expensive than court proceedings, but it can eliminate the “win-lose” mentality that is often present in court proceedings. Our lawyers are experienced in both mediation and arbitration. They will consult with you to determine which one will best meet your needs.

Product Liability

Our lawyers have fought for product liability in both the federal and state trial level throughout the state of Indiana on behalf of product manufacturers. We have defended claims involving products that have cause serious personal injuries, some that have resulted in death. In other cases, products have cause property damage due to defects in product design or manufacturing.


Toxic Tort
Our attorneys represent numerous manufacturing clients in the defense of toxic tort cases. We have decades of experience defending claims for damages allegedly stemming from short-term and long-term exposure to hazardous substances, industrial accidents involving hazardous or toxic substances, asbestos litigation, and products liability litigation involving the sale of hazardous or toxic substances. We represent business and industrial clients in litigation involving claims for personal injury, including fear of future injury or illness, and future lost wages and other damages allegedly stemming from exposure to absestos, latex gloves, mold, pharmaceuticals, and silica and other materials.

If you have been a victim of a defective product or toxic tort, Riley Bennet & Egloff, LLP can help. Our practice ranges from the defense of small, single plaintiff/single defendant claims to representation in complex, multi-party claims and large class actions. We are actively involved in the defense of toxic tort cases in state and federal courts throughout Indiana. To discuss your case with one of our qualified lawyers, contact our Indianapolis general litigation lawyer immediately. http://www.rbelaw.com/practice-areas/general-litigation

Monday, August 6, 2012

Ga. court ruling could tighten foreclosure rules

A court ruling in Georgia could force those foreclosing on homes to disclose who actually owns the loan.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that the July 12 ruling by the Georgia Court of Appeals applies mostly to foreclosures that happened from 2008 to 2011. It could leave banks vulnerable to lawsuits filed by those who lost their homes. It could also have consequences for ongoing foreclosures.

The ruling last month said that the name of the owner of a mortgage must appear in foreclosure filings and notices sent to delinquent borrowers. The notice must also reflect whether it was sent by the secured creditor or someone acting on the creditor's behalf.

Many lenders sell their loans to mortgage services that handle paperwork but don't own the loans.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Eugene Family Law Firm - MJM Law Office, P.C.

MJM Law Office, P.C. represents men and women throughout Lane County and surrounding areas in family law cases. Mr. Mizejewski understands the emotional turmoil that can accompany a change in your family dynamics, and he strives to protect your interests. Working in the Eugene, Oregon area, MJM Law Office represents most family law matters including: divorce, child custody, parenting time, child/spousal support, domestic violence, and juvenile dependency and delinquency. Oregon’s divorce laws are codified in Chapter 107 of the Oregon Revised Statutes. Oregon is a no-fault divorce state, which means that the only legal reason required to file a divorce is that you and your spouse cannot get along, and you see no way of settling your problems. The legal term for this is "irreconcilable differences." No evidence of fault or misconduct is required or involved, unless there has been misconduct relating to child custody.

MJM Law Office is an experienced family law firm located in Eugene, Oregon and consistently fight hard for the rights of the victims of family matters and cases. Their attorneys are able to ease one of the most emotionally draining and difficult experiences and ensure that your rights are protected. Let them help you prepare for the future and move on with your life. Visit mjmlawoffice.com for more information.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Feds and Florida headed to court over voter purge

The administration of Florida Gov. Rick Scott is headed to a legal showdown with two different federal agencies over a contentious voter purge.

Florida filed a lawsuit in a federal court in Washington D.C., demanding that the state be given the right to check the names of its registered voters against an immigration database maintained by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

The lawsuit came the same day that the U.S. Department of Justice announced its plan to ask a federal court to block the state from pushing ahead with removing potential non-U.S. citizens from the voter rolls. Authorities contend that the state's effort violates federal voting laws.

"Please immediately cease this unlawful conduct," wrote Assistant Attorney General Thomas Perez to Florida Secretary of State Ken Detzner.

But Scott himself went on national television to defend the purge and the need to sue the federal government.

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Glancy Binkow & Goldberg LLP Announces Class Action

Glancy Binkow & Goldberg LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired the common stock of Groupon, Inc. pursuant and/or traceable to the allegedly false and misleading Registration Statement and Prospectus issued in connection with Groupon’s November 4, 2011 initial public offering, including purchasers of Groupon common stock between February 8, 2012 and March 30, 2012.

Groupon operates an e-commerce marketplace that connects merchants to consumers by offering goods and services at a discount in North America and internationally. The Complaint alleges that defendants misrepresented or failed to disclose that: (a) the Company materially understated refund reserves for fourth quarter 2011 due to a failure to properly account for coupon refunds; (b) as a result, the Company materially misstated its previously reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2011 financial results; and (c), the Company lacked adequate internal and financial controls.

No class has yet been certified in the above action. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. If you purchased Groupon common stock pursuant or traceable to the Company’s November 4, 2011 initial public offering, and/or during the Class Period described above, you have certain rights, and have until June 4, 2012 to move for lead plaintiff status. To be a member of the class you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent class member.

www.glancylaw.com

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Federman & Sherwood Announces Securities Class Action

A class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Swisher Hygiene Inc. The complaint alleges violations of federal securities laws, Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5, including allegations of issuing a series of material or false misrepresentations to the market which had the effect of artificially inflating the market price during the Class Period, which is May 16, 2011 through March 28, 2012. 

Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of all Swisher Hygiene Inc. shareholders who purchased common stock during the Class Period and are therefore a member of the Class as described above. You may move the Court no later than Tuesday, May 29, 2012 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the entire Class. However, in order to do so, you must meet certain legal requirements pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 

If you wish to discuss this action, obtain further information and participate in this or any other securities litigation, or should you have any questions or concerns regarding this notice or preservation of your rights, please contact www.federmanlaw.com 

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Indianapolis Business & Corporate Law Firm

Entity Selection & Formation

There are many important decisions to be made by an emerging business, each of which come with potential pitfalls that be damaging to the business and its owners in the absence of proper legal guidance. Our attorneys can help you with these issues, steering you clear of the problems while helping you select the type of entity which best serves your business interests and goals. From drafting the formation documents to stock issuance to agreements between co-owners, our Firm’s skilled business attorneys can help you establish a solid legal foundation for your business’s future.

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Beyond the formation of business entities, our Firm acts as a corporate counsel for many of its business clients, including the negotiation, drafting and review of our client’s contracts, ranging in size from a few thousand dollars to millions of dollars. With just a few hours’ time, our review of contracts before they are signed can help our clients avoid paying for hundreds of hours of attorney time in litigation once a contract dispute arises.

Riley Bennett & Egloff Law is a Business & Corporate law firm that offers an all-inclusive range of legal services for their business clients and is capable of handling the various issues any business can face. Based in Indianapolis, their attorneys have expertise in entity selection and formation, contract drafting and negotiation, and mergers and acquisitions. Their experience can help you establish a solid legal foundation for your business's future. See www.rbelaw.com.