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James Ruggieri has successfully completed the Harvard Mediation Intensive at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School Executive Education. Widely recognized as the world’s preeminent research center for negotiation theory, teaching, and practice, the Program on Negotiation is a consortium among Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Tufts University, collaborati…
Lewis Thomason is proud to announce that three of its attorneys have been recognized in the prestigious 2025 edition of Chambers USA. This esteemed guide ranks the top attorneys and law firms across the United States based on in-depth research and client feedback.
David Garst and J. Wallace Irvin have been ranked for their exceptional work in Construction Law, reaffirming Lewis Thomason’s positio…
Duke Highfield, Victoria L. Anderson, Russell G. Hines, and Ryan D. Martin recently obtained a summary judgment decision on behalf of their client, a large-scale automotive company, in a seven-figure federal products liability action. The lawsuit arose from a vehicle collision involving a SUV, with the Plaintiffs alleging that the vehicle was defectively designed. Plaintiffs sought to hold the aut…
IntroductionFor Dutch companies expanding into Asia, the Netherlands–Hong Kong corporate structure is a well-established framework. A classic example is a Dutch BV using a Hong Kong company (HK Co) to contract with a Chinese manufacturer. While this structure remains relevant, the focus has shifted from tax optimisation to demonstrable global compliance and objectively verifiable business function…
The right to privacy protection is guaranteed by the Federal Constitution, but there are situations in which a dismissal may occur.
If you're not careful, you could be as unlucky as the executive of an American company in Boston this week, and see a slip-up in your personal life leaked and spread around the world. Andy Byron, president of the technology company Astronomer, is likely having his li…
On May 28, 2025, the Ohio Supreme Court held that the Ninth District Court of Appeals erred when it sent a case back to the trial court for failure to hold a hearing on a motion to compel arbitration.
Background and Appellate Conflict
In Snyder v. Old World Classics, L.L.C., 2025-Ohio-1875, the Ohio Supreme Court noted that neither party:
Requested a hearing in the trial court or
Raised…
ALFA International (ALFAI) is pleased to announce that Frantz Ward LLP, which has been ALFAI’s member firm in Cleveland, Ohio, since 2008, will expand its membership to include Columbus, Ohio, effective May 5, 2025.
Founded in 2000, Frantz Ward is a full-service law firm with a national client base that includes Fortune 500 companies, small and medium-sized businesses, and individuals. The firm’s …
ALFA International (ALFAI) is excited to announce the appointment of Sonya Goykhman, Chris Harden, Sergio Leemann and Leila O’Carra to its Client Advisory Board (CAB) for a three-year term.
Sonya Goykhman serves as Director, Corporate Counsel in the Litigation Group for Starbucks Coffee Company. In her role, Sonya oversees and manages complex liability, commercial, real estate, discrimination, an…
ALFA International (ALFAI) is pleased to announce that IABF Law Group has officially joined the ALFAI network as its member firm in Indonesia, effective March 24, 2025.
Founded in 2003 and based in Jakarta, IABF Law Group has established itself as a key player in the country’s legal landscape, serving a diverse clientele that ranges from individual entrepreneurs to some of Indonesia’s most signif…
Trolling The Deep Sea For Hidden Data With Social Media And Surveillance Investigations To Impact Claim Values
Social Media Investigations: A Defense Tool in Worker’s Compensation and Insurance Claims
In the digital age, social media has transformed from a platform for personal expression into a treasure trove of evidence for legal and insurance purposes. When it comes to worker’s compensa…
Effective Claims Management for Workers' Compensation:
Engage Legal Support Early
One of the most critical steps in claims management is involving legal counsel as soon as possible. Each jurisdiction has different laws, so it is essential to assess potential applicable defenses and contact local counsel.
Contact an attorney promptly to ensure compliance with deadlines and regulations.
Engage …
Attorney Perspective
What are some best practices, expectations, and solutions for daily challenges involving working relationships with third-party administrators?
Building relationships with your third-party administrators and employers is critical to the ultimate outcome of your cases to ensure successful resolution. Open communication and shared information across the board allows for collabo…