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Month: March 2025

American Jewish Committee Honors Podhurst Orseck Attorney Peter Prieto with Judge Learned Hand Award

Posted on March 21, 2025

With extensive experience working in both the public and private sectors, Prieto is recognized for his impact on the legal industry and South Florida community  Miami, Florida — March 21, 2025 — AJC Miami and Broward will honor prominent trial lawyer Peter Prieto of Podhurst Orseck with the 2025 Judge Learned Hand Award in recognition […]

Seven Podhurst Orseck Lawyers Among 2025 Lawdragon’s 500 Top Plaintiff Attorneys

Posted on March 12, 2025

Podhurst Orseck, P.A. is proud to announce that seven of our attorneys have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list, a prestigious recognition of their dedication to justice and exceptional advocacy. Firm founder Aaron Podhurst was also inducted into the Lawdragon Hall of Fame, an honor reserved for the most […]

Mercedes-Benz Drivers Secure Class Certification in Airbag MDL

Posted on March 04, 2025

A Florida federal court has granted class certification to Mercedes-Benz drivers in the ongoing multidistrict litigation (MDL) concerning defective airbags, marking a significant victory for vehicle owners. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Federico Moreno, allows affected vehicle owners to pursue their claims collectively, strengthening their ability to hold the automaker accountable. Lead counsel Peter […]

Washington DC Plane Collision Attorneys

Posted on March 03, 2025

On February 4, 2025, a tragic mid-air collision occurred over the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., involving an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter. The collision resulted in the loss of all 67 individuals aboard both aircraft, marking the deadliest U.S. air disaster since 2001.