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Puerto Rico's Financial Reorganization Plan Reverses Attorneys' Fee Award

Puerto Rico's Financial Reorganization Plan Reverses Attorneys' Fee Award

A U.S. District Court ruling has been reversed concerning an award of nearly $65,000 in attorneys' fees to plaintiffs Belia Arlene-Ocasio and Efraín Colón-Damiani. The plaintiffs had previously won a favorable judgment against the Comisión Estatal de Elecciones and its President under 42 U.S.C. §1983. However, the defendants filed a 'Notice of Injunction' claiming that the plaintiffs were barred from collecting the fee award due to Puerto Rico's financial reorganization plan under the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). The district court initially rejected this claim, stating the fee award was unrelated to Puerto Rico's debt restructuring. The appellate court has now reversed this decision, citing that the plaintiffs' claim for attorneys' fees is a post-petition claim against Puerto Rico and was discharged under the confirmed plan and §944 of the Bankruptcy Code.
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1st Circuit Court Reverses Attorneys' Fees Award in PROMESA Case

1st Circuit Court Reverses Attorneys' Fees Award in PROMESA Case

The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a district court's decision to award nearly $65,000 in attorneys' fees to plaintiffs who won a case against the Comisión Estatal de Elecciones in Puerto Rico. The reversal is based on the confirmation of Puerto Rico's financial reorganization plan under the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). The court found that the plaintiffs' claim for attorneys' fees was a post-petition claim against Puerto Rico, which was discharged under the confirmed plan.
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El caso que cambió el debate sobre la ciudadanía de Puerto Rico

El caso que cambió el debate sobre la ciudadanía de Puerto Rico

Isabel González Dávila fue una educadora y activista boricua que desempeñó un papel crucial en la lucha por la ciudadanía estadounidense para los p...
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Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Ballroom Plans at White House

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Ballroom Plans at White House

A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against the Trump administration's plans to construct a massive ballroom at the White House. The judge's ruling emphasized that no existing statute grants the president the authority to proceed with such a construction project without congressional approval. This decision halts the ballroom project until Congress provides authorization, highlighting the legal limitations on presidential powers regarding modifications to government property.
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Appeals court reinstates $656M judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority

Appeals court reinstates $656M judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority

A federal appeals court has reinstated a $656 million judgment for Americans killed or wounded in Middle East terror attacks
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Porzio, Bromberg Newman Opens New Headquarters in Parsippany, Enhancing Local Business Community

Porzio, Bromberg Newman Opens New Headquarters in Parsippany, Enhancing Local Business Community

Porzio, Bromberg Newman Opens New Headquarters in Parsippany, Enhancing Local Business Community
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Norton Rose Fulbright Expands Appellate Team with Notable Legal Experts

Norton Rose Fulbright Expands Appellate Team with Notable Legal Experts

Norton Rose Fulbright Expands Appellate Team with Notable Legal Experts
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Michael Jackson Estate Faces New Lawsuit Over Alleged Abuse by Cascio Family

Michael Jackson Estate Faces New Lawsuit Over Alleged Abuse by Cascio Family

Michael Jackson Estate Faces New Lawsuit Over Alleged Abuse by Cascio Family
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Florida Appeals Court Ruling May Reopen Workers' Compensation Claims

Florida Appeals Court Ruling May Reopen Workers' Compensation Claims

A recent decision by a Florida appeals court has reinterpreted a 32-year-old workers' compensation statute, potentially extending the statute of limitations on many injury claims. This ruling could lead to the reopening of numerous cases across the state. The case, known as Estes vs. Palm Beach County School District, involved a teacher injured in 2021. The court found that previous interpretations of the statute were incorrect, allowing for a longer period to file claims. The decision has significant implications for pending and future claims, particularly those involving permanent disability. Legal experts suggest that this could affect hundreds of cases, as the new interpretation allows the statute of limitations to restart one year after the last medical treatment or benefit payment.
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US Appeals Court Reinstates $655M Verdict Against PLO and Palestinian Authority

US Appeals Court Reinstates $655M Verdict Against PLO and Palestinian Authority

A federal appeals court in New York has reinstated a $655.5 million judgment against the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Palestinian Authority. This decision revives a significant U.S. civil terrorism award related to attacks during the Second Intifada. The case, originally filed in 2004, involved American victims of attacks in Jerusalem in the early 2000s. A 2015 jury found the PLO and Palestinian Authority liable, but the verdict was overturned due to jurisdictional issues. The U.S. Supreme Court's 2025 decision allowed such claims to be heard, leading to the reinstatement of the original judgment.
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Louisiana Court Denies Summary Judgment in Disability Discrimination Case Against AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Louisiana Court Denies Summary Judgment in Disability Discrimination Case Against AIDS Healthcare Foundation

A federal district court in Louisiana has partially denied a motion for summary judgment filed by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation in a case involving claims of a hostile work environment. The case was brought under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act by a 58-year-old female pharmacy manager who suffers from Giant Cell Arteritis. She alleges that her supervisor made repeated discriminatory comments about her age and disability. The court found that there is a genuine dispute of material fact regarding whether the comments were severe or pervasive enough to constitute a hostile work environment.
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Pennsylvania High Court Clarifies Workers' Compensation Security Fund Obligations

Pennsylvania High Court Clarifies Workers' Compensation Security Fund Obligations

The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court has issued a decision in the case of Parrish v. Yeager Supply, clarifying the obligations of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Security Fund. The court ruled that the fund cannot be assessed attorney fees under the Workers' Compensation Act and Lorino, even if the insurer contests an injured worker's claim. This decision addresses the financial responsibilities of the security fund, which is designed to cover workers' compensation benefits when an insurer is insolvent. The ruling is significant for employers and employees involved in workers' compensation claims, as it delineates the limits of financial liability for the security fund.