For plaintiffs’ firms, identifying the next major area of litigation is about more than following headlines. New products, technologies, and theories of liability can quickly develop into significant individual claims, and several areas are particularly worth watching right now. 1. GLP-1 Litigation Continues to Grow The explosive popularity of GLP-1 medications has been accompanied by […]
For plaintiffs’ law firms, a successful settlement does not always translate into immediate cash flow. A case may be resolved and attorney fees earned, but weeks or months can pass before settlement proceeds are received and fees are distributed. For a law firm with ongoing payroll, case expenses, marketing commitments and growth plans, that gap […]
Data breaches have become a persistent source of class action litigation as companies across industries collect and store increasingly large amounts of personal information. Recent incidents involving airlines, financial services companies, healthcare organizations, professional firms, and other businesses demonstrate just how broadly data breach litigation can reach. Frontier Airlines Faces New Class Action Litigation Frontier […]
Running a successful plaintiffs’ law firm requires more than winning cases. It also requires enough working capital to cover the expenses that arise long before contingent fees are received. For contingency fee firms, that creates a unique cash flow challenge. Attorneys may invest substantial time and resources into cases without receiving revenue until a successful […]
The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, commonly known as BIPA, has become one of the most influential privacy laws in the United States. Enacted in 2008, the law regulates how private companies collect, store, and use biometric identifiers such as fingerprints, facial scans, and iris scans. In recent years, BIPA has generated some of the […]
For many plaintiffs’ attorneys, post settlement funding is viewed as a solution for temporary cash flow challenges. While it can certainly provide support during periods of delayed fee distribution, its value extends well beyond covering short term financial needs. More firms are beginning to recognize post settlement funding as a strategic business tool that supports […]
