Dallas, TX(JusticeNewsFlash.com)–As reported by KDFW Fox 4 news covering Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, a pickup truck driver cut off an 18-wheeler on westbound I-30 last Friday, and caused the semi-truck crash. The erratic pickup truck driver, who caused the tractor-trailer wreck fled the highway crash scene. The semi-truck driver was transported by Dallas County emergency medical personnel (EMS) to an area hospital for treatment of his serious injuries.
The reckless pickup truck driver caused the 18-wheeler to vere off the road, cross an exit ramp, and crash into an I-30 highway overpass at Industrial Blvd., which is one of Dallas’ busiest roadway intersections. Texas roadways and highways are highly traveled by 18-wheelers. Highway motorists need to understand, a semi-truck cannot stop as quickly as other motor vehicles, like cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs. Dallas drivers are urged to give semi-truck drivers space on the road, specifically when changing lanes. The Dallas Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the Dallas18-wheeler accident and are searching for the pickup truck driver.
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Monday, August 31, 2009
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Dykema Gossett, Miller Canfield confirm attorney layoffs
What’s good news for struggling automakers may be bad news for some of their attorneys, if recent layoffs at Detroit law firms Dykema Gossett P.L.L.C. and Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone plc are any indicator.
The two firms this week confirmed cutting 30 attorneys and more than 30 staff employees.
It was unclear how many were sent packing in Southeast Michigan, but Miller Canfield CEO Michael Hartmann said the largest share of cuts at his firms were in its sprawling automotive practice.
Miller Canfield has served as discovery counsel in litigation matters for Chrysler L.L.C., which recently completed Chapter 11 reorganization at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.
“It (automotive) wasn’t the majority or even close to it. It was just the largest single piece,” he said of the 13 attorneys let go last week. “It’s been reported that much of the personal injury (litigation) claims will be left behind with the old company, and that leads to a downturn in some related work.”
Miller Canfield has more than 380 attorneys companywide. It has seven offices in Michigan, two in Ontario, three in Poland and one each in Chicago, New York, Naples, Fla., China and Mexico.
The firm reported nearly $147 million in revenue for 2008.
In April, Hartmann reported the firm trimmed 15 staff over the preceding few months, but had no attorney layoffs.
This week, he said it was possible that the new companies emerging from the bankruptcies of Chrysler and General Motors Corp. may need more litigation work in the future, but he estimated that acceleration was two to four years away at least.
Dykema, the largest Detroit firm in reported revenue at $170 million for 2008 and with more than 340 attorneys worldwide, confirmed Monday it cut 17 attorneys and 30 staff earlier this month, citing market conditions. The firm would not break out cuts by location or practice group.
“The firm has provided those who are leaving with severance benefits during this difficult time,” Dykema Chairman and CEO Rex Schlaybaugh Jr. said in a statement. “This reduction is based on the economic climate.”
Schlaybaugh had said earlier in the quarter that the firm’s leadership had planned to review its first-quarter results then make decisions for the rest of the year according to their findings.
More than 70 of Dykema’s 345 attorneys work in its automotive practice, and the firm has represented GM and Ford Motor Co., in litigation and in regulatory issues before the U.S. Department of Transportation.
“Dykema has a strong and conservative balance sheet, but it is essential that we protect and maintain that strength,” his statement reads.
“The firms that are most effectively managed during tough times will not only survive but will emerge stronger.”
The two firms this week confirmed cutting 30 attorneys and more than 30 staff employees.
It was unclear how many were sent packing in Southeast Michigan, but Miller Canfield CEO Michael Hartmann said the largest share of cuts at his firms were in its sprawling automotive practice.
Miller Canfield has served as discovery counsel in litigation matters for Chrysler L.L.C., which recently completed Chapter 11 reorganization at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.
“It (automotive) wasn’t the majority or even close to it. It was just the largest single piece,” he said of the 13 attorneys let go last week. “It’s been reported that much of the personal injury (litigation) claims will be left behind with the old company, and that leads to a downturn in some related work.”
Miller Canfield has more than 380 attorneys companywide. It has seven offices in Michigan, two in Ontario, three in Poland and one each in Chicago, New York, Naples, Fla., China and Mexico.
The firm reported nearly $147 million in revenue for 2008.
In April, Hartmann reported the firm trimmed 15 staff over the preceding few months, but had no attorney layoffs.
This week, he said it was possible that the new companies emerging from the bankruptcies of Chrysler and General Motors Corp. may need more litigation work in the future, but he estimated that acceleration was two to four years away at least.
Dykema, the largest Detroit firm in reported revenue at $170 million for 2008 and with more than 340 attorneys worldwide, confirmed Monday it cut 17 attorneys and 30 staff earlier this month, citing market conditions. The firm would not break out cuts by location or practice group.
“The firm has provided those who are leaving with severance benefits during this difficult time,” Dykema Chairman and CEO Rex Schlaybaugh Jr. said in a statement. “This reduction is based on the economic climate.”
Schlaybaugh had said earlier in the quarter that the firm’s leadership had planned to review its first-quarter results then make decisions for the rest of the year according to their findings.
More than 70 of Dykema’s 345 attorneys work in its automotive practice, and the firm has represented GM and Ford Motor Co., in litigation and in regulatory issues before the U.S. Department of Transportation.
“Dykema has a strong and conservative balance sheet, but it is essential that we protect and maintain that strength,” his statement reads.
“The firms that are most effectively managed during tough times will not only survive but will emerge stronger.”
Monday, August 3, 2009
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