Insights: Results

High-Profile Litigation in 2021

by Justin Smulison

Easton & Easton accepted a catastrophic brain injury case in 2017 that other firms rejected. Their perseverance will likely lead to a substantial multimillion-dollar resolution.

Northern California In the Law

by Gregory Sirico

Key litigation trends in wage disputes, workplace privacy and employment practices across Northern California.

A Better Roadmap for Bicycle Safety in D.C.

by Justin Smulison

Four-time “Lawyer of The Year” recipient Patrick Regan explains how we can protect cyclists from injury and the nation’s capital from more costly litigation.

Rewriting 𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 One Verdict at a Time

by Justin Smulison

Athea Trial Lawyers was formed only a year ago by several prestigious lawyers seeking justice for their clients, and together they are making history.

In the News: Connecticut

by Compiled by Tess Congo

Newsworthy highlights of lawyers from Connecticut.

Malpractice Awards Caps Add Harm

by Jeffrey M. Kimmel

Where do the victims of these events turn? Make as many jokes as you’d like, but without lawyers, they’d be on their own. Medical malpractice insurance carriers, using their formidable assets and power, flex their muscles and bully their way through defending these inconvenient “events,” which may affect their bottom line.

Obtaining Cell Phone Records in Civil Litigation

by Jeff S. Korek

You might think that cell phone records could help put a distracted driver behind bars. But getting them isn't so simple.

Incendiary Behavior

by Rahul Ravipudi and Lyssa A. Roberts

California’s future will see more frequent wildfires caused by faulty equipment. Litigation tied to recent Golden State infernos shows the way forward.

Pribanic Secures Milestone Verdict in Rural PA County

by Justin Smulison

Ten-time honoree Victor H. Pribanic secured one of 2023’s most notable verdicts in a Pennsylvania county that historically has not been empathic to plaintiffs.

Resolving the Toughest Cases

by Justin Smulison

Eight-time “Lawyer of the Year” Victor H. Pribanic reflects on a critical birth injury trial in 2022 and how his firm’s advocacy resonated with jurors.

Maxwell Verdict Shines Light on Human Trafficking Claims

by Justin Smulison

The Ghislaine Maxwell verdict brought the spotlight down on the insidious and ever-growing problem of global human trafficking, with more cases emerging in court.

When Medical Malpractice Defendants Are Better Able To Cope, Lawyers Are Better Able To Do Their Jobs

by Gail Fiore

Lawyers face heavy challenges when dealing with difficult medical malpractice defendants. The Winning Focus, LLC, founded by Gail Fiore, offers coaching and support to defendants feeling the burden of difficult courtroom battles.

The Parade of Horribles

by Amy Gunn

Lawsuits about a blood-thinning drug that prevents platelets from clumping together now prevents plaintiffs from joining together to bring state law claims against a corporation when not every plaintiff was harmed in that state.

A Benchmark for Success: Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger

by Margo Pierce

Nearly 60 years after its inception, Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger continues to be recognized among the top trial firms in the United States.

Athea Trial Lawyers: Be a Part of HerStory

by Justin Smulison

The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada

by Best Lawyers

We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" awards in Canada.