Marc Weingarten Elected to 2 Leadership Positions with the AAJ
Congratulations to Senior Partner Marc Weingarten who was elected to two (2) leadership positions at the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Annual Convention in Boston in July. Mr. Weingarten was elected Co-Chair of the Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Litigation Group, as well as Vice-Chair of the International Practice Section. AAJ Litigation Groups are critical tools […]
Playing Fair
When we are little, we are taught to play nice, play fair. So why did that adage disappear when I became a lawyer? It is said that the practice of law is about getting “justice” for our client. But at what costs? For the lawyer it’s too often about winning. We want to do right for the […]
Happy Holidays from Locks Law Firm
Locks Law Firm would like to wish you a joyous holiday season! During this season of reflection and joy, we are grateful for our good fortune and our ability to be a voice for people in need. We hope that your holidays and New Year are filled with health, happiness and success. In the spirit of […]
Risperdal Verdict Orders Johnson & Johnson to Pay $1.75 Million
A state court jury in Philadelphia has ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $1.75 million dollars in damages to a young man who developed gynecomastia, or abnormal breast development, while taking the drug. The verdict compensates the young man for disfigurement and mental anguish, among other damages, and signifies a significant step forward for individuals […]
Federal Government Needs to Do More to Combat Legionnaires’ Disease
In the wake of the latest Legionella outbreak in the State of New York, Senator Chuck Schumer has called upon the Federal Government to increase funding to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for further research into the disease. Citing concerns that state residents may be increasingly at risk for exposure to the bacteria from […]
Locks Law Firm Attorneys Supporting Fair Use Of Experts In New Jersey
Proper use of experts is essential in many cases. Locks Law Firm (LLF) partners Jonathan Miller and Michael Galpern wrote an amicus brief on behalf of the New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ) addressing two timely expert issues raised in Torres v. Pabon, in which the plaintiff’s car crashed into the rear of the defendant’s […]
Locks Law Firm Attorneys Doing Their Part in Fight Against Forced Arbitration Clauses
Yesterday, the New York Times featured the second article in its three-part series on the growing use of arbitration to create an alternate justice system—one that deprives citizens of the right to their day in court. According to the article, which featured many stories of individuals harmed by forced arbitration, “[f]rom birth to death, the use of […]
Locks Law Associate, Melanie Garner, Appointed to the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice
Melanie Garner, an associate at Locks Law Firm was recently appointed to the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PAJ). The PAJ is committed to preserving civil justice and dedicated to protecting individuals injured in Pennsylvania. With headquarters in Philadelphia and Harrisburg, leaders and members assist plaintiff attorneys in better representing their […]
NYC Passes Legionnaires’ Disease Regulations
Partner Steven P. Knowlton and co-counsel Jules Zacher commend New York City and it’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for their passing of regulations of cooling towers in an effort to combat Legionnaires’ Disease. Despite the most recent outbreak in the Bronx, NYC is a leader in this area. For text of the letter, […]
Locks Law Firm Accepting Legionnaires’ Disease Cases
Legionnaires’ disease has been diagnosed with increasing frequency during the last year. There have been two very recent outbreaks in the Bronx, New York. One outbreak in the South Bronx sickened over 120 people and caused 12 deaths. Another outbreak in the Morris Park section has sickened approximately 13 persons and caused 1 death to […]
Third Circuit Sets Date for Oral Argument in NFL Concussion case
Today the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit announced it will hear oral argument regarding the appeals related to the NFL concussion case on November 20, 2015. By setting this date, it appears that the Court understands that the players want a decision as quickly as possible. Normally, the Court does not schedule oral […]
FDA Issues Drug Safety Communication for Testosterone
On March 3, 2015, the FDA issued a Drug Safety Communication concerning Testosterone drugs. Based on published studies and expert input from an Advisory Committee meeting, the FDA concluded that there is a possible increased cardiovascular risk associated with testosterone drugs and that some studies report an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and death […]