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NTSB concludes Boeing’s inadequate safety processes contributed to door plug blowout

Posted on June 27, 2025

What Happened on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282? Details of the In-Flight Incident At a public board meeting earlier this week, The National Transportation Safety Board said the probable cause of the January 2024 in-flight mid-exit door (MED) plug blowout on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 was Boeing’s failure to “provide adequate training, guidance and oversight” to […]

Chambers USA 2025 Ranks Podhurst Orseck Attorneys and Practices

Posted on June 11, 2025

Five Podhurst Orseck partners along with two practices are recognized among the nation’s leading law firms in annual rankings. MIAMI – June 11, 2025 – The 2025 edition of Chambers USA, one of the most prestigious legal publications in the world, recognizes five Podhurst Orseck attorneys as leaders in their respective practices. Additionally, Podhurst Orseck’s […]

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 […]

Florida Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss in $150M Plane Crash Lawsuit Involving Flow La Movie

Posted on February 09, 2025

February 05, 2025 – 4:27 PM EDT Attorneys Ricardo Martinez-Cid, Lea Bucciero, and Zach Gorwitz represent the estate in the $150M plane crash lawsuit. Read the full article by Tommaso Baronio

Podhurst’s Steven Marks speaks on collision between American Airlines jet and Army helicopter

Posted on February 04, 2025

January 31, 2025 – 5:35 PM EDT Steven Marks, Podhurst Orseck partner, speaks on the January 30 collision near Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) in a New York Post article by Caitlin Doornbos and Emily Crane. Click here to read the full article.

Podhurst’s Steven Marks discusses American Airlines crash and the need for accountability

Posted on February 04, 2025

January 30, 2025 – 3:47 PM EDT Steven Marks, Podhurst Orseck partner, discusses the collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) on Thursday, January 30, 2025 in a Law.com article by Lisa Willis. Click here to read the full article.

Founding Sponsor Podhurst Orseck to Participate at Ninth Annual Class Action & Complex Litigation Forum

Posted on December 19, 2024

CORAL GABLES, FL (December 18, 2024) – Class action lawsuits have sparked heated debates for decades, with both sides fiercely defending their viewpoints on this intricate legal process. Recent changes, however, have introduced fresh challenges and opportunities. Shifts in the legal environment and technological innovations are reshaping how cases are handled, prompting a closer examination of […]

Podhurst Orseck Expands and Relocates Office to Coral Gables, Florida

Posted on December 11, 2024

After more than 55 years in Downtown Miami, the preeminent litigation boutique firm will be taking 22,614 square feet of space at 2525 Ponce De Leon Blvd. December 11, 2024 – Miami, FL – For more than half a century, Miami-based litigation powerhouse Podhurst Orseck has operated out of its single office in Downtown Miami […]