As first appeared in NewsBreak By Aron Solomon Insurance companies entering the $13.5 billion litigation finance industry are changing how things work. They are bringing in insurance products that help funders reduce costs, protect investments, and make legal processes less risky while also turning them into financial gains. Insurance offerings like judgment preservation insurance (JPI) and after-the-event (ATE) insurance are part of these products. They help those supporting lawsuits cut expenses, safeguard their investments, and minimize the risks associated with legal actions. Take judgment preservation insurance (JPI), for instance, which protects a share of awarded money in a case, and after-the-event…

As first appeared in NewsBreak By Aron Solomon With a strong winter storm forecast to hit Pittsburgh at the end of the week and into the weekend, it’s going to be advisable to plan ahead and stay off the roads. Where driving is absolutely necessary, it’s important to take the following precautions: Allow enough time Get an early start and allow plenty of time to reach your destination. Keep your gas tank full It may be necessary to change routes or turn back during a bad storm. Keep windshield and windows clear Stop at a safe turnout to use a snow…

As first appeared in NewsBreak By Aron Solomon Transgender rights have emerged as a major legal issue in 2024, drawing significant attention due to the ongoing legislative battles and legal challenges. The year ahead is expected to be marked by a contentious and fragmented legal landscape in the United States, as various states grapple with the introduction of bills targeting gender-affirming care and the rights of transgender individuals. This has sparked intense debate and legal action, making it a crucial litigation issue for the year. The fiscal year 2024 appropriations process in the United States has witnessed a surge in anti-LGBTQ…

As first appeared in Newsweek By Aron Solomon On Monday, the Supreme Court announced that it has adopted a binding code of ethical conduct for the first time, following a series of allegations of ethics lapses. The code includes five canons of conduct, which are not new, but the lack of a published code “has led in recent years to the misunderstanding that the justices of this court, unlike all other jurists in this country, regard themselves as unrestricted by any ethics rules,” the statement added. Before Monday, the Supreme Court was the only judicial body in the United States that didn’t have a formal code…

As first appeared in Newsweek By Aron Solomon The trial in Colorado that seeks to bar former President Donald Trump from the 2024 presidential ballot under the 14th Amendment insurrection clause began last week and could go on for a while. The lawsuit, filed in September by six Colorado voters with the help of a watchdog group, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), argues that former President Donald J. Trump is ineligible to hold office again under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. This section disqualifies anyone who “engaged in insurrection or rebellion” against the Constitution after having taken an oath to…

As first appeared in DC Journal By Aron Solomon Twitter has been a popular platform for breaking news. It was one of the things that defined Twitter at its peak, the ability to keep you up-to-date on news literally the second that it broke. But what has, in the eyes of many, broken over the past year or so is Twitter itself. Since Elon Musk’s acquisition, many Twitter users feel that the service has, for lack of a more artful term, become a dumpster fire. I found myself in that category and, consciously or unconsciously, began to use Twitter much less…

As first appeared in KevinMD.com By Aron Solomon In 2009, the famed NPR radio series This American Life aired an episode that would forever change how we looked at college life. “#1 Party School” featured Penn State University and shed light on the rampant alcohol abuse in higher education. Over a decade later, this issue remains a persistent challenge on college campuses. This article delves into the legacy of the “#1 Party School” episode and its impact, the current state of college alcohol abuse, its consequences, ongoing efforts to combat it, and the roles of universities and society in addressing this…

As first appeared in Boxscore By Aron Solomon For a huge proportion of the U.S. population, Formula 1 only entered their radar with the advent of the wildly popular Netflix series, “Formula 1: Drive to Survive.” In the real world, the high-octane world of Formula 1 auto racing, where speed, precision, and innovation collide, there is an array of fascinating legal issues that deserve our attention. As the sport continues to evolve, it is crucial to address these challenges and ensure that Formula 1 remains a beacon of fairness, safety, and ethical competition. By striking the right balance between innovation and…

As first appeared in NewsBreak By Aron Solomon Today, Friday, October 13th is World Thrombosis day and HCA Florida is making a big media push to highlight their capabilities in diagnosing and treating strokes.  The reality might not be perfectly aligned with the spin. Nationally, HCA Healthcare has been sued for various reasons related to stroke treatment, including allegations of poor results. Here are some examples of lawsuits and initiatives related to stroke treatment involving HCA Healthcare: Failure to give or delay in giving tPA In 66 identified cases, plaintiffs sued HCA Healthcare for issues stemming from either failure to give tissue plasminogen…

As first appeared in NewsBreak By Aron Solomon Florida has settled a lawsuit over COVID-19 data and agreed to provide weekly statistics to the public. The lawsuit was filed by former Democratic state representative Carlos Guillermo Smith in 2021 after the Department of Health twice rejected his request for detailed data related to COVID-19. The settlement requires Florida to release COVID-19 data “for at least the next 36 months” and includes daily vaccination and case counts, as well as weekly death reports. The legal issues involved in this case revolve around the state’s obligation to provide public records under Florida’s Sunshine laws and the original…