In 2018, Mesa Laboratories sent faxes promoting its dental-industry-related services. After receiving one of those faxes, James Orrington, II, a Chicago-area dentist, filed a class action against Mesa alleging that Mesa’s unsolicited faxes were sent in violation...
Law.com: As Transactions Accelerate, Litigation Buyout Insurance May Help Keep Companies ‘Deal Ready’
This article was originally published in the Corporate Counsel magazine on law.com. Mergers and acquisitions are expected to make a strong comeback in the months ahead, as COVID-19 vaccinations increase and business recovers from the pandemic-related economic...
The Pitfalls of a Common Fund Settlement
When resolving class actions, plaintiffs and defendants often weigh the pros and cons of a common fund vs. a claims-made structure. (See our previous article describing how claims made settlements are more common than you think). One of the biggest risks...
Seventh Circuit Class Action Opt-Outs: Learn and Follow the Rules
On March 11, 2021, the Seventh Circuit issued an important decision in In re Navistar Maxxforce Engines Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation (No. 20-1821), holding that class members who wish to opt out of a class action settlement must do so...
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