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5 hours ago
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Norton Rose Fulbright scores LA consumer markets and construction litigator as industries see increase in disputes
Partner J. David Bournazian brings extensive trial experience in both class actions and individual cases involving business, real estate and insurance Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian Los Angeles, CA, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that well regarded California litigator J. David Bournazian has joined its product liability and consumer disputes practice as a partner. David is a go-to advisor for clients facing issues at the crucial intersection of law, business and innovation. David is a first-chair trial lawyer with experience litigating and bringing resolution to a wide array of disputes. He defends well-known and publicly-traded companies in class actions and individual cases in key areas of vulnerability, such as consumer products actions, employment claims and tort claims. His ability to handle complex commercial disputes covers a wide range of industries and commercial contexts, including business, real estate, construction and insurance. Indeed, in the development and construction realm, for nearly 30 years, David has been a leader in construction law and developed a particular skill in handling complex negotiations and disputes involving commercial construction projects. In the insurance field, David has won published and highly noteworthy insurance coverage cases. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Managing Partner as well as one of its two Global Managing Partners, said: 'Litigation is a foundational and perennial strength of our firm. David has the trial savvy to expand our client offering in California and take our West Coast tort and construction representation to the next level. He is a fierce advocate, combining thoughtful legal analysis and strategy with a no-nonsense approach that is revered by clients and colleagues alike.' David's addition comes two months after the firm welcomed a four-lawyer energy litigation team led by Houston partner Graig Alvarez. David's overlap with this group is significant given his experience with energy and construction related issues. This year, the disputes group has significantly expanded its global partner count with the addition of Duncan Bagshaw in London, Katie Mak in Vancouver and Kristina Mihalic in Canberra as well as the promotion of more than 20 disputes lawyers to the partnership ranks. David, who joins the firm from K&L Gates, said: 'Norton Rose Fulbright is a litigation powerhouse and home to some of the world's top trial lawyers, so joining the firm is an exciting milestone for me. Having previously tried cases together, including with several exceptional Norton Rose lawyers, I have witnessed firsthand the firm's exceptional litigation practice featuring lawyers who are whip-smart, committed and creative.' Earlier in his career, David served as general counsel for a world-renowned architecture firm as well as a Fortune 100 international retailer. He also performed Executive Branch financial management and accounting duties while working in The White House during President George H.W. Bush's administration. Licensed in California, David earned his law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law and his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University. D'Lesli Davis, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Co-Head of Product Liability and Consumer Disputes as well as its US Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare, commented: 'David deepens our national counsel bench, which helps some of the world's largest companies navigate multidistrict litigation and condense large dockets. This is especially important as mass tort litigation is experiencing a seismic shift in activity, with rising Proposition 65 claims, increased scrutiny of the pharmaceutical industry and proliferating artificial intelligence lawsuits.' Norton Rose Fulbright's consumer markets practice is one of the firm's pillar sectors, handling significant multidistrict litigation cases and large class action cases for some of the world's leading brands. Norton Rose Fulbright Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. The global law firm has more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across more than 50 locations worldwide, including Houston, New York, London, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg, covering the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets. For more information, visit Attachment Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian CONTACT: Dan McKenna Norton Rose Fulbright in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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7 hours ago
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Norton Rose Fulbright scores LA consumer markets and construction litigator as industries see increase in disputes
Partner J. David Bournazian brings extensive trial experience in both class actions and individual cases involving business, real estate and insurance Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian Los Angeles, CA, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that well regarded California litigator J. David Bournazian has joined its product liability and consumer disputes practice as a partner. David is a go-to advisor for clients facing issues at the crucial intersection of law, business and innovation. David is a first-chair trial lawyer with experience litigating and bringing resolution to a wide array of disputes. He defends well-known and publicly-traded companies in class actions and individual cases in key areas of vulnerability, such as consumer products actions, employment claims and tort claims. His ability to handle complex commercial disputes covers a wide range of industries and commercial contexts, including business, real estate, construction and insurance. Indeed, in the development and construction realm, for nearly 30 years, David has been a leader in construction law and developed a particular skill in handling complex negotiations and disputes involving commercial construction projects. In the insurance field, David has won published and highly noteworthy insurance coverage cases. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Managing Partner as well as one of its two Global Managing Partners, said: 'Litigation is a foundational and perennial strength of our firm. David has the trial savvy to expand our client offering in California and take our West Coast tort and construction representation to the next level. He is a fierce advocate, combining thoughtful legal analysis and strategy with a no-nonsense approach that is revered by clients and colleagues alike.' David's addition comes two months after the firm welcomed a four-lawyer energy litigation team led by Houston partner Graig Alvarez. David's overlap with this group is significant given his experience with energy and construction related issues. This year, the disputes group has significantly expanded its global partner count with the addition of Duncan Bagshaw in London, Katie Mak in Vancouver and Kristina Mihalic in Canberra as well as the promotion of more than 20 disputes lawyers to the partnership ranks. David, who joins the firm from K&L Gates, said: 'Norton Rose Fulbright is a litigation powerhouse and home to some of the world's top trial lawyers, so joining the firm is an exciting milestone for me. Having previously tried cases together, including with several exceptional Norton Rose lawyers, I have witnessed firsthand the firm's exceptional litigation practice featuring lawyers who are whip-smart, committed and creative.' Earlier in his career, David served as general counsel for a world-renowned architecture firm as well as a Fortune 100 international retailer. He also performed Executive Branch financial management and accounting duties while working in The White House during President George H.W. Bush's administration. Licensed in California, David earned his law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law and his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University. D'Lesli Davis, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Co-Head of Product Liability and Consumer Disputes as well as its US Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare, commented: 'David deepens our national counsel bench, which helps some of the world's largest companies navigate multidistrict litigation and condense large dockets. This is especially important as mass tort litigation is experiencing a seismic shift in activity, with rising Proposition 65 claims, increased scrutiny of the pharmaceutical industry and proliferating artificial intelligence lawsuits.' Norton Rose Fulbright's consumer markets practice is one of the firm's pillar sectors, handling significant multidistrict litigation cases and large class action cases for some of the world's leading brands. Norton Rose Fulbright Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. The global law firm has more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across more than 50 locations worldwide, including Houston, New York, London, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg, covering the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets. For more information, visit Attachment Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian CONTACT: Dan McKenna Norton Rose Fulbright in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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14-05-2025
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Raaiqhah Akoo: a trailblazer in law with Summa Cum Laude honours
Raaiqhah Akoo, a 22-year-old law graduate from Verulam, has achieved remarkable academic success, including 12 Certificates of Merit and the Anand Nepaul Prize. She shares her journey, the challenges of studying law, and her aspirations to become an international attorney. Top law achiever graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, Summa Cum Laude, after receiving 12 Certificates of Merit, eight Dean's Commendations, and the Anand Nepaul Prize for Best Criminal Law Student. Akoo was also awarded UKZN Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship in 2022, 2023 and 2024. The 22-year-old, from Verulam, said she always knew she was meant to study law. 'From a young age, something always drew me to law. I appreciate the kind of power that law has. It is found in every aspect of life, especially since it can be used as a way to make a real difference in people's lives. I used to be on the debate team in school, and I always loved arguing and debating issues. My parents always said I was their lawyer." Akoo is the first and only law graduate in her family. 'So far, I'm the only one in the law field. My brother and parents chose different paths, while I always knew my destiny was law.' She said studying a law degree was not easy but she loved gaining new knowledge. 'Academics have always been my passion. Even when I was in school, I always scored high and got As. It was no different when I entered university. The degree was highly stressful, especially waiting for the results to be released but sometimes, I miss it. I miss learning from my lecturers. I enjoyed studying for my degree. It brought me happiness." She is currently serving her articles at Norton Rose Fulbright and hopes to be an admitted attorney of the high court and pursue law on an international scale. 'I want to explore all areas of law. Right now, I am an admitted attorney but I also want to learn about other fields and one day go overseas.' Akoo said that she owed her success to her parents. 'My parents helped me throughout my degree, especially those late nights. My mother stayed up with me while I studied and even made snacks for me. They motivated me to do better and keep pushing, and for that I'm grateful,' said Akoo. THE POST
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
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Ken Paxton says Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle privacy suit
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Friday announced that his office had reached a preliminary agreement to settle a privacy infringement lawsuit against Google for $1.4 billion. Paxton said the deal delivers a 'historic win' for Texans' data privacy and security rights. In 2022, Texas sued the tech giant, alleging it unlawfully tracked and collected users' private data including geolocation, incognito searches and biometric information. Paxton said the settlement, which must still be finalized between the parties, is the largest settlement any state has won against Google for similar data-privacy violations. 'In Texas, Big Tech is not above the law,' Paxton said in a statement. 'For years, Google secretly tracked people's movements, private searches, and even their voiceprints and facial geometry through their products and services. I fought back and won.' Paxton's announcement made no mention of whether the settlement would force Google to change its business practices. His office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. This would be the second victory for Texas against a major tech corporation in as many years. Last year, the state secured a $1.4 billion settlement against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, for unlawfully collecting residents' facial recognition data. In both cases, the attorney general's office hired outside law firms to represent the state. In the Google case, Paxton tapped Norton Rose Fulbright. The firm has three contingent-fee contracts with the state for Google litigation, meaning it would only get paid if Texas prevailed. The attorney general's office did not identify which contract the firm would be paid under for this case. The contracts specify that Norton Rose Fulbright would be paid in one of two ways: its billable hours times a multiplier of four, or a percentage of the total settlement, whichever is lesser. The percentage ranges between 10% and 27%, depending on the contract. The firm's percentage share of the settlement, if the $1.375 billion figure is approved by the parties, would be $137 million to $371 million. Disclosure: Facebook and Google have been financial supporters of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune's journalism. Find a complete list of them here. First round of TribFest speakers announced! Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Maureen Dowd; U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio; Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker; U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California; and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas are taking the stage Nov. 13–15 in Austin. Get your tickets today!
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
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Texas, Google reach $1.375 billion settlement over data privacy
The state of Texas and tech giant Google have agreed in principle to a $1.375 billion settlement to end a lawsuit rooted in data privacy and security rights, the Texas Attorney General's Office announced late Friday. The attorney general's office brought the lawsuit against Google in 2022 alleging that it had unlawfully tracked and collected private data regarding geolocation, incognito searches and biometric data, according a news release from the state agency. "After years of aggressive litigation, Attorney General (Ken) Paxton agreed to settle Texas's data-privacy claims against Google for an amount that far surpasses any other state's claims for similar violations," the release said. "To date, no state has attained a settlement against Google for similar data-privacy violations greater than $93 million." The private law firm of Norton Rose Fulbright was hired by the attorney general's office to assist with the litigation. More: Google supports Austin area nonprofits' AI adoption efforts through $1 million grant The attorney general's office in recent years has secured several settlements against big tech companies. In July, Paxton's office and Meta — formerly Facebook — reached a $1.4 billion settlement over the collection of facial recognition data. Earlier, Texas and Google agreed to one $700 million settlement and a separate $8 million settlement over allegations of anticompetitive and deceptive trade practices. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Texas, Google reach $1.375 billion settlement over data privacy Sign in to access your portfolio
