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Happy New Year! In our first blog for 2025, Shareholder Carla Varriale-Barker (she/her) breaks down the recent Fifth Circuit decision in A.B. v. Salesforce, Inc., a pivotal case where Salesforce was not entitled to immunity under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. The case underscores critical limitations of Section 230 and the potential liability businesses may face when providing tools or services that could enable foreseeable harmful conduct. This blog is a must-read for businesses navigating partnerships, operational support, and compliance in industries with heightened regulatory risks. Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/40mRKQc #Section230 #LegalInsights #Compliance #BusinessRisk #SegalMcCambridge

Join Segal McCambridge Shareholder Paul Motz and an esteemed panel hosted by PLDF for a critical discussion on one of the most pressing issues in the legal and insurance industries. The panel, “From Public Outrage to Courtroom Outcomes: Navigating Nuclear Verdicts in 2025,” will take place on January 21, 2025, via Zoom. This timely discussion will explore the recent tragedy involving the United Healthcare CEO, which has sparked intense public reactions and raised questions about its impact on the insurance landscape. Could these sentiments set the stage for even larger nuclear verdicts in 2025? The panel will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies for attorneys and claims professionals to navigate the rising tide of jury animus effectively. Register now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4a7OxHj #NuclearVerdicts #LegalInsights #InsuranceIndustry

Exciting Industry Update! The Fashion Workers Act has officially been signed into law, marking a pivotal step forward for workers' rights in the fashion industry. In a recent article by Fashion Dive, Segal McCambridge Shareholder Carla Varriale-Barker (she/her) shares her perspective on this landmark legislation. As Carla insightfully notes: "This law underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in the industry, empowering workers to advocate for fair treatment and ethical practices." Dive into the full article to learn more about what this means for fashion professionals: https://bit.ly/4j4e8ou #FashionLaw #WorkersRights #SegalMcCambridge #IndustryLeadership #AI

🎙️ It’s Here! The latest episode of the TortsCenter Podcast, titled ‘Gambling and Harassment: Wyoming’s Game-Changing Ban,’ is now live! Join Carla Varriale-Barker (she/her) and Courtney Dunn as they unpack the Wyoming Gaming Commission’s bold move to ban gamblers who harass athletes and explore how this decision could influence future legislation across the country. Inspired by Jason Van't Hof’s insightful post, this episode sheds light on the intersection of sports integrity and gambling regulation. 🎧 Listen now on: 👉 Podbean: https://bit.ly/4bsYazB 👉 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3xsa9PX 💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to keep up with our latest episodes! #NewEpisode #SportsIntegrity #GamblingLegislation #TortsCenterPodcast #ProtectAthletes

🎙️ New Episode Alert!   This month on the TortsCenter Podcast, Carla Varriale-Barker (she/her) and Courtney Dunn explore ‘Gambling and Harassment: Wyoming’s Game-Changing Ban.’ Inspired by a recent thought-provoking post from Jason Van't Hof, we take a deep dive into the Wyoming Gaming Commission’s bold decision to ban gamblers who harass athletes. This groundbreaking move could set the stage for legislative changes across the nation. 📅 The new episode drops Monday, January 6th! 💬 Don’t miss this candid discussion on the dark side of betting and its impact on athletes, officials, and the integrity of sports. 🎧 Follow us on Podbean: https://bit.ly/4bsYazB and Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3xsa9PX and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to stay in the loop! #GamblingLegislation #SportsIntegrity #TortsCenterPodcast #ProtectAthletes

Congratulations to Shareholder Maggie Potter, whose latest column is published in Attorney at Law Magazine! Maggie writes about new amendments to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, effective January 1, 2025, which are designed to improve the efficiency and timeliness of civil litigation by fostering cooperation among judges, attorneys, and litigants. The changes emphasize stricter deadlines, discourage continuances, and streamline procedures based on case complexity. “The days of obtaining multiple trial continuances, failing to confer, and implementing unnecessary delay tactics appear to be numbered as these changes focus on strict deadlines, shorter timeframes, cooperation among parties, and disfavoring continuances,” Maggie writes. “Moving forward, for the amendments to be successful, it will be essential for all participants to embrace a more cooperative and efficient approach to resolving legal disputes as the rules for navigating civil procedures in Florida evolve.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4fKdn18. #floridalaw #attorneyatlawmagazine #floridacivilprocedure #segalmccambridge #floridalegal

Congratulations to Shareholder Carla Varriale-Barker (she/her), whose latest column is published in the New York Law Journal! Carla writes about the tragic case of 10-year-old Nylah Anderson, who died by self-asphyxiation trying to recreate the TikTok “Blackout Challenge.” Nylah’s family sued TikTok and its parent company, which attempted to hide behind Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act that provides cover to platforms for third-party-posted content. However, an appellate court determined that TikTok’s algorithm counted as “speech” from a legal standpoint and was therefore not immune. “The appellate court was not persuaded by this line of reasoning [and] noted that TikTok’s recommendations to Nylah via its algorithm, delivered to her…transformed TikTok’s recommendation algorithm into TikTok’s own expressive activity,” Carla writes. “As the Internet has grown in scope and sophistication, beyond what Congress could have imagined when it conferred immunity upon Internet Service Providers like TikTok, the question of what conduct transcends mere publishing of third-party content has also flourished. Although the outcome is uncertain, it is clear that the boundaries of Section 230 will continue to be pushed into new territory.” Read more: https://bit.ly/406lctn (subscriber-based). #SegalMcCambridge #NewYorkLawJournal #Section230 #CommunicationsDecencyAct #TikToklitigation #litigation

Wishing you joy, peace, and time with loved ones during the holidays, and a New Year filled with growth, success, and new opportunities. #HappyHolidays #HappyNewYear #Gratitude #SegalMcCambridge

Segal McCambridge Senior Associate Christopher Best and Shareholder Stephanie Strycharz secured a favorable ruling from the Michigan Court of Appeals. The Court affirmed that rescission voids an insurance policy ab initio and found no limitations under MCL 500.3009. This decision reinforces the validity of rescission as a common law remedy, providing clarity for insurers navigating complex claims involving misrepresentation. 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3BD6n8m #WinAlert #InsuranceLaw #LitigationSuccess #SegalMcCambridge

On Tuesday, December 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST, join Maggie Potter for a one-hour webinar offering 1 CE Credit in Florida titled "Florida Claims Compliance: Best Practices for Ethical Claims Handling," hosted by Grindley Williams Engineering Education. Topics include: ✔️ Adjuster code of ethics ✔️ Tips for ethical claims handling ✔️ Bad faith examples ✔️ Updates from the 2024 hurricane season ✔️ Key 2023 tort reform changes This webinar is free to attend and provides essential information for Florida adjusters. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Dm5dPe #SegalMcCambridge #ClaimsCompliance #ContinuingEducation