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The U.S. Bankruptcy Court held a two-day hearing in the Archdiocese of Baltimore case. At issue was the Survivors' Committee's request to lift the bankruptcy "stay" on seven survivors' cases so they can move forward in Maryland state court — a step aimed at pressing the Archdiocese and its insurers toward a fair settlement for everyone. Judge Michelle Harner is expected to rule in the coming days, with a key plan-confirmation trial set for September. We continue to stand with survivors and will keep our clients informed at every step.

Plaintiffs hope state lawsuits spur Baltimore’s Catholic church to agree to larger settlement If claims against the Archdiocese of Baltimore go from bankruptcy to state court, the Catholic Church could face much higher liability.

Katie Kerner explains that therapy clients can expect an experienced team that understands the complexities of therapy malpractice cases. With empathy for what clients are going through, the firm acknowledges the bravery it takes to seek help, especially given the sense of shame many feel. Jenner Law provides support for clients facing these challenges, guiding them through the legal process with care.

What can therapy patients expect when they contact Jenner Law? At Jenner Law, attorney Katie Kerner explains that therapy clients ...

Attorney Elisha Fridley explains that nursing home abuse cases often involve both the injured resident and their loved ones. If the resident is still alive, the case is brought by a power of attorney or next friend. In cases of wrongful death, claims can be made by the estate for the resident’s suffering and by the wrongful death beneficiaries. Learn more about how Jenner Law advocates for families affected by nursing home abuse.

Do nursing home cases involve both the residents and their family members? Attorney Elisha Hawk from Jenner Law explains that nursing home abuse cases often involve both the injured resident and their loved ones. If the resident is ...

In mass-injury litigation, bellwether trials shape how the entire docket resolves. My new article in TRIAL magazine, "Building Better Bellwethers Using AI," looks at how plaintiff trial teams can use AI to vet cases at intake, analyze dockets at scale, align claims with the science, and flag confounders—without giving up the human judgment that ultimately drives strategy. Out now in the June 2026 issue. (Article available in Comment, below).

The AAJ Sexual Assault College held its first day of lectures and workshops at AAJ's D.C. Headquarters. The College continues Friday and Saturday for an intensive look into this emerging area of the law.

Join us today at the American Association for Justice multi-day college on Litigating Sexual Assault Cases. The college is at AAJ Headquarters in D.C. See you there!

Did a spinal cord stimulator leave you worse off than before? Nevro's Senza II Spinal Cord Stimulation System is implanted to relieve chronic pain — but for vulnerable patients who depend on it, a malfunction can be devastating. One Maryland man alleges his device delivered violent shocks that cost him his mobility. A new federal ruling has cleared the way for his case to move forward. Our latest post explains, in plain language, what it means for injured patients.

DiToto v. Nevro: When You Can Still Sue FDA Devices A Maryland court explains when injured patients can still sue over FDA-approved Class III medical devices despite federal preemption rules.

Elisha Fridley explains that nursing home abuse cases often involve both the injured resident and their loved ones. If the resident is still alive, the case is brought by a power of attorney or next friend. In cases of wrongful death, claims can be made by the estate for the resident’s suffering and by the wrongful death beneficiaries. Learn more about how Jenner Law advocates for families affected by nursing home abuse.

Do nursing home cases involve both the residents and their family members? Attorney Elisha Hawk from Jenner Law explains that nursing home abuse cases often involve both the injured resident and their loved ones. If the resident is ...

Katie Kerner explains how the firm represents clients harmed by serious misconduct from licensed therapists in one-on-one psychotherapy. They focus on holding licensed professionals accountable and do not take cases involving life coaches, unlicensed therapists, or custody battles. If you've been impacted by a therapist’s misconduct, Jenner Law may be able to help. Learn more about the types of cases they handle.

Can Jenner Law help all patients who have complaints about their therapists? At Jenner Law, partner Katie Kerner explains how the firm represent...