Donovan Swift

December 12, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Legal liability for the manufacture and sale of dangerous products can arise in different ways. Consumers harmed by such products often suffer significant property loss and/or grievous personal injuries and assert claims under the New Jersey Products Liability Act. Plaintiffs in Products Liability Act cases can be, but sometimes are not, purchasers of the products that caused them harm.

By Martin P. Schrama, Stefanie Colella-Walsh and Jack Rutherford

9 minute read

December 12, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Legal liability for the manufacture and sale of dangerous products can arise in different ways. Consumers harmed by such products often suffer significant property loss and/or grievous personal injuries and assert claims under the New Jersey Products Liability Act. Plaintiffs in Products Liability Act cases can be, but sometimes are not, purchasers of the products that caused them harm.

By Zac Arbitman and Samuel Mukiibi

7 minute read

December 12, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

A confounding scenario for manufacturers in product liability litigation often arises when an employee is injured while using a powerful piece of equipment in a manner that is contrary to his instructions and training, as well as basic common sense. It should be easy for the equipment manufacturer to escape liability in such a scenario, but it isn't. In such cases, the employer often has immunity under the worker's compensation exclusivity bar, and the manufacturer of the machine that injured the worker is the de facto prime target of the plaintiff.

By Timothy R. Freeman

8 minute read

December 08, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience, leaving soon-to-be-ex-spouses with many legal and personal matters to resolve. Amidst all the turmoil, it is vital for individuals going through a divorce to understand the significance of updating their beneficiaries on their various accounts and financial instruments. Failing to do so after a divorce is final can have serious consequences.

By Jennifer Weisberg Millner and Robert F. Morris

9 minute read

December 07, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

The NJSBA's weekly report.

By New Jersey State Bar Association

6 minute read

December 06, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Stein Public Interest Center welcomes inaugural fellow; Riker Danzig attorney becomes IWIRC finance director; and more moves.

By Donovan Swift

7 minute read

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

As of November 2023, more than 40 states have introduced proactive cybersecurity legislation, and at least 20 states adopted proactive privacy and/or cybersecurity laws. Included below is a sampling of states and federal proactive laws adopted as of this writing as well as tips for identifying which of these laws may apply to you, and other recommended best practices to meet the mandates of these laws.

By Michelle A. Schaap and Frank X. Wukovits

10 minute read

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Goldberg Segalla welcomes two associates; Nagel Rice celebrates 40 years with donations; and more moves.

By Donovan Swift

7 minute read

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

While existing business and technological options exist to address AI cybersecurity issues and ameliorate the adverse effects of AI cybersecurity difficulties, AI programmer protection requires amending cybersecurity legal defenses.

By Jonathan Bick

6 minute read

November 30, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

The first line of defense against ransomware attacks is pre-existing protection. It's essential to have robust security measures in place to prevent malware threats like ransomware from infiltrating your systems.

By Steven W. Teppler

6 minute read