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Illinois Federal Court Refuses to Join Non-Diverse Defendant, Citing Fraudulent Joinder
A federal court in Illinois recently denied both a motion to join a non-diverse defendant and a motion to remand in a personal injury vicarious liability case filed against a franchisor and franchisee because there was no reasonable probability of success against the proposed non-diverse defendant. Larmon v. Planet Fitness Franchising, LLC, et. al, 2025…
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No Defect, No Negligence: Lessons from Rudzinskas v. Retractable Technologies, Inc.
A recent summary judgment decision out of the Southern District of Georgia illustrates the critical role of defect evidence (or lack thereof) in negligence claims involving medical devices. As the plaintiff in Rudzinskas v. Retractable Technologies, Inc., No. 4:24-cv-009, 2025 WL 22772490 (S.D. Ga. Sep. 29, 2025) recently learned, allegations that a medical device malfunctioned…
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Court Denies Johnson & Johnson’s Motion to Set Aside Jury Verdict and Request for New Trial
Court: Connecticut Superior Court – Judicial District of Bridgeport – Plaintiffs Evan Plotkin and Martha Barry-Plotkin filed suit claiming Mr. Plotkin had asbestos exposure from, among other things, personal use of Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder (J&J) from the 1950s through the 2000s. Plaintiffs further claimed the use of J&J resulted in Mr. Plotkin to…
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Why Edward Scissorhands, Beer Pong and Quarters Isn’t Fun and Games – It Can Be Hazing!
What do Edward Scissorhands, beer pong, and quarters have in common? At first glance, they might seem like harmless fun, part of the lighthearted chaos of college life. But behind the nostalgia lies a darker truth: drinking games can blur the line between entertainment and hazing….By: Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP
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How Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Presents Hurdles for Israel and Hamas
Hamas released hostages and agreed to abide by a cease-fire, but persuading it to lay down its arms is another matter.
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As U.S. Warships Patrol Caribbean, Drug Smugglers Shift Tactics
With the United States surging its military presence in the region and bombing boats, countries in the Caribbean are seeing more flights carrying illegal drugs.
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Madagascar Rejoices After Military Takeover and Impeachment
The change in power came after Parliament voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina, who faced mounting pressure after weeks of Gen Z protests.
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China Wants Foreign Scientists. The Public Says No, Thanks.
Since Beijing announced a new visa to attract young science and technology graduates, a backlash has erupted online, forcing the government to respond.
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Ukraine’s Formula for Peace: Fewer Talks, More Weapons
As Russia rebuffs President Trump’s diplomatic push, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine plans to head again to the White House, this time seeking missiles.
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San Francisco Wants to Destroy a 96-Year-Old’s Defining Artwork
The maligned sculpture — “weird,” “odd,” “bizarre” — is no longer a working fountain or a skateboarding mecca. But its supporters consider it an important city symbol.
