Jacalyn Crecelius, J.D.
Jacalyn Crecelius, J.D., is a legal content writer, attorney, and mediator with experience practicing in the areas of healthcare, elections, family law, and federal employment/security clearance defense. She is a Veterans’ Attorney at Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc., providing specialized legal assistance to veterans since January 2023. Her extensive legal career includes roles such as an Associate Attorney at The Edmunds Law Firm, where she focused on security clearance defense for military personnel, and at Florida Women's Law Group, handling complex family law matters. Jacalyn received a BA in Psychology from Otterbein University, a J.D. from the University of Toledo College of law, and, most recently, an MA in Governance and Human Rights from Leuphana University in Lüneburg, Germany.
Atlanta Sterigenics to Pay $35M to Settle Ethylene Oxide Claims
Medical sterilization company Sterigenics and its corporate parent company Sotera recently agreed to pay $35 million to settle claims that Sterigenics’ use of ethylene oxide at its Atlanta-area location caused cancer and other injuries. The settlement ends one of the first of hundreds of potential similar claims to enter the Georgia courts.
Posted on December 5, 2023 in Mass Tort & Toxic Torts & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & News
Article Update: PFAS Litigation Overview
PFAS chemicals, commonly used in consumer goods and industrial products, pose significant health risks and have led to extensive litigation involving water contamination, firefighter suits, and product-related claims seeking compensation for economic loss.
Posted on July 6, 2023 in Mass Tort & Environmental Disasters & Toxic Torts & Featured & News
FTC and DOJ Jointly Bring First COVID-19 Consumer Protection Act Charges
FTC and DOJ take first action under the COVID-19 Consumer Protection Act, targeting deceptive marketing of unproven treatments. Case sets precedent for future enforcement.
Posted on May 14, 2021 in Regulatory Changes & Industry Reports & News
State-Specific Expert Witness Admissibility Rules: What Attorneys and Experts Need to Know
An expert witness’s role is to break down complicated subjects so that triers of fact can make informed decisions. However, sometimes even the most reputable experts in a particular field are not necessarily the best ones for trial. For instance, when choosing an expert, unquantifiable characteristics such as honesty and likeability might be the deciding
Posted on May 24, 2021 in Selection & Vetting & Daubert & Frye & Evidence Rules & For Experts
Amazon Drops Mandatory Arbitration Clause Following Thousands of Alexa Voice Recording Complaints
Amazon removes its mandatory arbitration clause after thousands of Alexa recording complaints, shifting legal strategy amid growing consumer privacy concerns.
Posted on June 9, 2021 in Alternative Resolutions & Defective Products & Featured & Industry Reports & News
Peloton Shareholder Lawsuits Bring Corporate Duties into Question
Peloton faces shareholder lawsuits after stock drops linked to safety concerns and recalls, raising questions about corporate duties, securities fraud, and investor risk.
Posted on June 18, 2021 in Class Actions & Class Actions & Featured & Industry Reports & News
Hyundai & Kia Engine Fires Class Action Reaches $1.3 Billion Settlement
On May 10, a $1.3 billion dollar settlement regarding certain Hyundai and Kia models received final approval.
Posted on June 25, 2021 in Class Actions & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & Industry Reports & News
Department of Justice Prioritizing COVID-19 Fraud Lawsuits
The DOJ is aggressively pursuing COVID-19 fraud cases, targeting PPP loans, unemployment benefits, disaster relief, and healthcare fraud, with billions at stake.
Posted on July 8, 2021 in Collar Crimes & Regulatory Changes & Featured & Industry Reports & News
TransUnion v. Ramirez: No Harm, No Foul
The Supreme Court’s ruling in TransUnion v. Ramirez raises questions about legal standing, concrete harm, and consumer rights in an era of digital data and privacy concerns.
Posted on July 27, 2021 in Class Actions & Settlements & Verdicts & Featured & Industry Reports & News
What Happens When Expert Testimonies Conflict?
If expert witnesses contradict each other on a legal matter at issue, should courts exclude their opinions? In a recent case, the ruling judge said no, stating that differing expert opinions are not necessarily mutually exclusive. Indeed, even if conflicting opinions are presented, expert testimonies should supplement each other. Once given, it is up to the jury to determine their significance.
Posted on August 10, 2021 in Daubert & Frye & Reports & Testimony & Featured & Expert Witness