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Frequent Flying Flukes? Allegiant Air incidents can’t be ignored | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Aviation Lawsuit
Throughout the past year, there have been a number of incidents involving Allegiant Air, the low-cost carrier, that I am compelled to discuss.
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Motley Rice in top 10 of ISS 2014 Securities Class Action Services Top 50 report
Securities Class Actions
ISS recognized Motley Rice for recovering the sixth highest aggregate amount for investors in U.S. securities fraud class actions.
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Endoscope/ Duodenoscope Superbug Infection Lawsuits
Medical Device Lawsuits
When you have a medical procedure, you should be able to count on the medical devices and equipment used in the procedure to be sterilized and safe for use. Unfortunately, at least 2 million people become infected with antibiotic resistant bacteria each year in the U.S., according to the CDC, some of whom fall ill…
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2016 Super Lawyers: South Carolina, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia list Motley Rice lawyers
Asbestos Exposure | Securities Class Actions | Toxic Exposure | Medical Device Lawsuits | Medical Drugs
Motley Rice LLC is pleased to announce that several of its attorneys, who represent clients across an array of practice areas, have been recognized as 2016 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars, 2016 Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers and 2016 West Virginia Super Lawyers® Rising Stars lists.
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NHSTA announces expanded recall of additional 40 million Takata airbags inflators
Personal Injury Lawsuits
NHTSA announced the urgent recall of 40 million faulty airbag inflators, adding to what was already the largest and most complex safety recall in U.S. History.
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What’s talc got to do with cancer? | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Toxic Exposure | Medical Drugs | Women’s Health Lawsuits
With certain studies suggesting that the use of talc increases the risk of developing ovarian cancer by around a third, it is important to be cautious when using products that contain the popular mineral.
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Class Action Certified for South African Gold Miners in Landmark Case
Toxic Exposure
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has certified the first class action in South African history for sick workers, allowing gold miners suffering from silicosis and tuberculosis to proceed with their claims against 30 gold producers.
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Transportation Accident Lawsuits
Americans rely on transportation for nearly every aspect of their lives, from commuting to keeping grocery store shelves stocked. But safety is key when moving people and goods in such large numbers. When companies and individuals fail to uphold safety standards and policies, lawsuits can hold them accountable. Learn…
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An Anonymous Poem for National Nursing Home Week | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
The poem was found among the possessions of an elderly woman who died in the geriatric ward of a hospital. No other information is known about her. We don’t know who she was or when she died. All we have are these heartfelt words.
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Drone Crash Lawsuits
Aviation Lawsuit
No matter what you call them, it’s evident that drones, also called unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), are beginning to crowd our nation’s skies. With the massive growth of this emerging market with UAV enthusiasts as well as interest for use in commercial applications, the Federal…
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Latest Awards Signal SEC’s Commitment to Whistleblowers | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Whistleblower Claims
With three whistleblower awards in one week totaling nearly $10 million, the SEC has indicated its continuing commitment to compensating individuals who come forward with information contributing to the enforcement of the securities laws.
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Memorial Day | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Anti-Terrorism Lawsuit | Motley Rice - Firm Wide
This weekend we honor and celebrate the service and sacrifice of American patriots. As Ron Motley often said “our clients are patriots first, and litigants second.” Ron’s favorite song along with “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” was “America the Beautiful.” We keep these memories in our thoughts today, as we prepare to…
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Louis M. Bograd
Louis Bograd is a nationally recognized authority on issues of federal preemption, drug and device litigation, and jurisdiction.
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$140 million settlement for Barrick Gold shareholders: Settlement to resolve claims regarding a Barrick Gold Corp.’s South American mine project
Securities Class Actions
Motley Rice LLC, sole lead counsel in In re Barrick Gold Securities Litigation, has reached a $140 million preliminary settlement with gold mining company Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE: ABX), on behalf of shareholders.
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Veteran Appellate Lawyer Joins Motley Rice LLC
Motley Rice - Firm Wide
We're pleased to announce that Louis M. Bograd has joined the firm. In addition to expanding the firm’s work in appellate matters, Bograd will be involved in the firm’s active and growing role in complex multidistrict and mass tort litigation.
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New reports indicate Takata airbag recall is a bigger safety issue than ever
Personal Injury Lawsuits
It is believed that more than 100 million vehicles could be affected around the world – many of which remain on the road.
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Shareholder Value: In Re Barrick Gold Securities Litigation
Securities Class Actions
When corporations allegedly misrepresent their compliance with mandated environmental regulations, the consequences may come at a cost to shareholders.
Motley Rice acted as sole lead counsel in this Section 10(b) securities litigation lawsuit on behalf of shareholders who purchased or acquired Barrick common stock on…
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TSA Should not be Privatized and Here’s Why | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Aviation Lawsuit
Next time you stand in a long line to go through a TSA security screening, consider why you have to tolerate the wait, and eventually, the burden of taking off your shoes, removing your laptop from its bag and, if you’re unlucky, enduring a pat-down.
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Arab Bank trial team named finalist for 2016 Public Justice Trial Lawyer of the Year Award
Anti-Terrorism Lawsuit
Public Justice announced five finalists for its annual Trial Lawyer of the Year award, including the Motley Rice Arab Bank trial team for its September 2014 victory when a Brooklyn, N.Y., jury found Arab Bank liable for intentionally financing HAMAS.
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Motley Rice ranked 15 of 50 in ISS 2015 Securities Class Action Services report
Securities Class Actions
The Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) released its 2015 Securities Class Action Services Top 50 report in which it ranked Motley Rice in the top third for securities class action settlement recoveries.