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Leading US firm Pogust Millrood merges into global firm PGMBM

Leading US mass tort and personal injury firm Pogust Millrood is to merge into the rapidly expanding international operation of global firm PGMBM.

Pogust Millrood LLC, one of the leading mass tort and personal injury firms in the US, will merge with sister firm, global powerhouse PGMBM, as of today (01 December 2021).

The merger will see the existing Pogust Millrood operation incorporated into the rapidly expanding PGMBM organisation, with a US operation that will now include offices in Philadelphia and Miami. Globally, PGMBM now boasts over 100 lawyers and 500 staff in countries including the US, the UK (London, Liverpool and Edinburgh), the Netherlands (Amsterdam) and Brazil (São Paulo and Belo Horizonte).

Pogust Millrood was founded in 2005 and for the last 16 years has focused on mass tort and consumer class actions. In 2010, the firm was named one of the top Plaintiffs’ Product Liability Firms of the Year by Law360. The award recognised Pogust Millrood as one of the top firms of the year garnering “substantial verdicts against pharmaceutical heavyweights” and obtaining “multi-million dollar verdicts for their clients”.

Pogust Millrood was class counsel and instrumental in the $1.15billion Pigford II settlement, where it assisted thousands of African-American farmers in claims that the US federal government had discriminated against them in applications to participate in agricultural programs. The firm played a critical role in the $1.4billion dollar settlement for victims of devastating side effects from the Stryker metal-on-metal Rejuvenate Modular-Neck and ABG II Modular-Neck hip implants. It is also currently lead counsel in the Pennsylvania-wide opioid litigation pending in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, helping deliver a settlement that could provide $1billion to affected communities.

PGMBM is a partnership between British, American and Brazilian lawyers passionate about championing justice for the victims of wrongdoing by large corporations. The firm is at the cutting edge of international consumer claims, including leading group cases against:

  • Mercedes, Volkswagen, and other automotive firms over diesel emissions scandals

  • British Airways and easyJet in cases related to breaches of personal data

  • Several of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies over the harmful risks associated with their drugs and medical devices

PGMBM is also a leader in environmental litigation, leading proceedings on behalf of over 200,000 victims of two major Brazilian tragedies – the 2015 Mariana Dam disaster and the 2019 Brumadinho Dam disaster, litigating against mining giant BHP and German technical services firm TÜV SÜD respectively.

Harris Pogust, Pogust Millrood Partner and Chairman of PGMBM, said: “Over the last 15 years, we have developed Pogust Millrood into one of the top mass tort firms in the US. We have helped defend the rights of those who cannot defend themselves against the misdeeds of big business.

“Not long ago, I had the opportunity to start a sister firm, PGMBM, with an amazing group of lawyers, including an amazing barrister, Tom Goodhead, and trail-blazing Brazilian lawyers Tomás Mousinho and Pedro Martins.

“In four years we have grown PGMBM into a firm with more than 500 employees and counting across several countries. I am beyond proud of the work we are doing and will do in the future, representing the oppressed and those whose access to justice is difficult.

“Environmental tragedies, human rights violations and personal harm inflicted by some of the world’s largest corporations. The credo of PGMBM is to find justice for these people no matter how far we have to go to obtain that justice.

“As with anything in life people and law firms grow and change. This merger is the next step in that cycle. Now is the time to bring our amazing team at Pogust Millrood under the PGMBM umbrella and share our joint experiences and knowledge to help those in need of our assistance not just in the US but across the globe.”

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International Legal Finance Association Adds Certum to Mark 30 Member Companies

By Harry Moran |

The International Legal Finance Association (ILFA), the only global association of commercial legal finance companies, announced that it has added its 30th member company to the association –Certum Group. 

Certum Group specializes in comprehensive alternative litigation strategies, such as litigation buyout insurance, judgment preservation insurance, litigation funding, class action settlement insurance, adverse judgment insurance, and claim monetization. The Texas-based Certum Group team includes litigation and insurance professionals along with risk mitigation specialists. 

“We are delighted to join ILFA and help it engage with policymakers interested in litigation finance,” said William Marra, a Director at Certum Group who leads the company’s litigation finance efforts. “Funding helps people and companies with strong legal claims get better access to the courts. We are excited to work with IFLA and ensure policymakers continue to encourage rather than restrict companies’ access to commercial legal finance.” 

“We’re delighted that Certum is joining ILFA’s growing membership”, said Rupert Cunningham, ILFA’s Global Director of Growth and Membership Engagement. “Certum already provides a lot of thought leadership on litigation funding and other matters, and they will make a great addition to ILFA’s work to support the sector in the US and globally.” 

About the International Legal Finance Association   

The International Legal Finance Association (ILFA) represents the global commercial legal finance community, and its mission is to engage, educate and influence legislative, regulatory and judicial landscapes as the voice of the commercial legal finance industry. It is the only global association of commercial legal finance companies and is an independent, non-profit trade association promoting the highest standards of operation and service for the commercial legal finance sector. ILFA has local chapter representation around the world. 

For more information, visit www.ilfa.com and find us on LinkedIn and X @ILFA_Official.

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Angeion Group Makes Significant Additions to its Board of Directors

By Harry Moran |

Angeion Group, a leading provider of legal notice and settlement administration services, today announced the addition of three independent members to its Board of Directors. This milestone underscores Angeion's strategic growth trajectory and commitment to strong governance, innovation, and operational excellence. 

The newly appointed board members are three highly accomplished executives whose leadership has shaped the modern legal and professional services industries: 

  • Rich Antoneck, Chief Executive Officer of Veritext Legal Solutions, leads the largest deposition and alternative dispute resolution firm in North America. Antoneck brings more than 20 years of private equity-backed executive leadership, including prior roles as CFO of Accuity Solutions and SourceMedia. 
  • David Perla, Vice Chair of Burford Capital, is a recognized innovator in legal services. Formerly President of Bloomberg Law and co-founder of Pangea3 (acquired by Thomson Reuters), Perla oversees policy, marketing, and industry engagement at Burford. 
  • Lou Andreozzi, former Chairman of Bloomberg Law and CEO of LexisNexis North American Legal Markets, is a legal tech pioneer. He has driven growth and product innovation at Martindale-Hubbell and continues to serve as a trusted advisor and board member across private equity and legal-tech ventures. 

"This board brings together an exceptional combination of legal acumen, business strategy, and operational expertise," said Lee Minkoff, Managing Director at Renovus Capital Partners, the private equity sponsor of Angeion Group. "Angeion is operating at the forefront of legal administration, and this step reinforces our confidence in the company's leadership, vision, and continued trajectory of operational excellence and growth." 

Our growth has always been fueled by bold thinking and relentless execution, and the addition of Rich, David, and Lou takes that to the next level," said Steven Weisbrot, President and CEO of Angeion Group. "Each has fundamentally shaped the way legal services are delivered - from litigation finance to legal tech and professional services at scale. Their insights will help us sharpen our strategy, deepen client impact, and push the boundaries of legal administration. 

About Angeion Group 

Angeion Group is an industry leader in legal notice and settlement administration, known for its use of technology, analytics, and hands-on client support to execute efficient, compliant, and effective legal administration services. With a proven track record in class action, mass tort, and bankruptcy administration, Angeion continues to redefine industry standards through precision, transparency, and innovation.

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Legal-Bay Launches Innovative Attorney Case Cost Funding

By Harry Moran |

Legal-Bay Pre-settlement Lawsuit Funding, a longtime leader in presettlement and legal funding, has unveiled a new financing program designed to help attorneys cover the high costs of building and preparing cases for trial without relying on bank loans or credit lines.

Case costs can include everything from medical records to expert witnesses to life care plans to court fees. Legal-Bay's funding lessens the upfront financial strain by providing capital that's only repaid if the lawsuit is successful, and gives legal professionals fast, flexible access to extra money when they need it most. The program allows attorneys to secure resources for experts, depositions, court filings, and other necessary expenses without tying up firm assets or tapping into their own expense accounts.

Chris Janish, CEO of Legal Bay, says, "Legal-Bay's attorney or law firm case cost funding program is tailored to help small and medium firms get the ball across the goal line to win big cases. We are a resource for lawyers nationwide to utilize case cost funding when cash flow is tight, without long underwriting processes, credit checks or monthly payments.  Best of all, our non-recourse funding means you only pay if you win the case."

If you're a lawyer or law firm in need of extra case cost funding in advance of your case's anticipated settlement award, you can apply HERE or call: 877.571.0405

With nearly 20 years of experience in legal finance, Legal-Bay has earned the trust of thousands of attorneys and law firms across the country. The company's commitment to fast approvals, transparent terms, and case-first evaluations has made it a go-to resource for professionals seeking a smarter way to manage litigation costs.

Legal-Bay is one of the best legal funding companies in the industry, known for their helpful staff and quick turnaround. They fund almost every type of lawsuit including personal injury, slips and falls, sexual discrimination, assault, or abuse, motor vehicle accidents, wrongful incarceration, and more. While sometimes legal funding is referred to as loans on lawsuit or lawsuit loans, there are no credit checks or collateral required. The money is an immediate cash advance against a plaintiff's anticipated settlement award, not a conventional loan. The non-recourse lawsuit funding is risk-free, as the money doesn't need to be repaid should the recipient lose their case.

To apply right now, please visit the company's website HERE or call toll-free at: 877.571.0405 where agents are standing by to answer your questions.