Frederick M. "Fred" Baron was known as the King of Torts for his more than 30 years of representing clients injured by toxic substances. Baron was forced into the political spotlight in 2008 when it was revealed that he had paid to move the woman who had an affair with former presidential candidate John Edwards. Fred Baron died on October 30, 2009 at the age of 61.Dallas news: Democratic fundraiser... (October 19, 2008)
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Attended the University of Texas
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Married to Lisa Blue-Baron
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Had five children, Andrew, Courtney, Alessandra, Nathalie, Caroline
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Died of Myeloma, a cancer of the bone marrow
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Made headlines when he sought permission for doctors to use Tysabri to treat his cancer
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Founded his Dallas firm, Baron & Associates in 1977
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Was president of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America in 2002Dallas news: Democratic fundraiser... (October 31, 2008)
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Founded Baron & Blue Foundation, dedicated to eliminating homelessness and improving housing
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He was criticized for speculation that he coached witness testimony
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In 2003, Baron stopped practicing law and became the lead fundraiser for John EdwardsDallas news: Democratic fundraiser... (October 31, 2008)
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He was also the head of John Edwards' 2008 presidential bidDallas news: Democratic fundraiser... (October 31, 2008)
