July 23, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal
Can a 'Unitary' Contract Compel Arbitration? Appellate Division's Answer Warrants PublicationThe holding of Victory Entertainment Inc. v. Schibell is sufficiently noteworthy for publication. We welcome the “back to basics” approach.
By Law Journal Editorial Board
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July 20, 2018 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Comparing Expert Witnesses Here and Across the PondSometimes other legal systems have good ideas. When it comes to experts, the English system certainly does.
By EDITORIAL BOARD
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July 18, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer
Planning for Summer Vacations or Time Off as a Young LawyerSummer vacations can either be one of the most relaxing or most stressful aspects of a young lawyer's career. Demanding clients or shareholders can make young lawyers feel lazy or guilty for wanting a break.
By The YL Editorial Board
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July 16, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal
SCOTUS Travel Ban Ruling Legally SoundThe majority opinion followed settled law. The problem is that the settled law is itself xenophobic, grudging, arbitrary and indifferent to constitutional norms that apply within the United States.
By Law Journal Editorial Board
1 minute read
July 16, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal
On Pardons, President Should Heed Legal GuidanceWe do not comment on the political issues or comments. Our concern is about process. The Office of Pardon Attorney, in its present form, dates back to 1865. The system has worked well for years, and we urge that its historical significance be continued.
By Law Journal Editorial Board
1 minute read
July 13, 2018 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Trump Commits Presidential Assault on Family IntegrityThis policy is brutal. It is barbaric. And it is disgusting.
By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board
1 minute read
July 09, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Stagnant Progress on Law Firm Diversity Can't ContinueThe American Lawyer's Young Lawyer Editorial Board calls for new ways of thinking to make meaningful change when it comes to diversity.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
11 minute read
July 09, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal
Respect for the Rule of Law is a Two-Way StreetAmerican lawyers speak regularly of the rule of law and our fervent support for that. What goes unexplored is the clash between support for someone else's rule of law except when it conflicts with our rule of law
By Law Journal Editorial Board
1 minute read
July 09, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal
Justices' Zoning Ruling Fair to Developers and CommunitiesIn our view, the Supreme Court in 'Dunbar Homes, Inc. v. Zoning Board of Adjustment of Franklin Township' has carefully threaded the needle, implementing the legislative decision to prevent municipalities from impeding development, while making it difficult for developers to utilize last-minute tactics that thwart well-conceived community plans.
By Law Journal Editorial Board
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July 05, 2018 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Connecticut Legislature Folds to Mob JusticeWe look to our leaders to stand up for right and to show courage. The General Assembly let us down on this one. Up or down, they should have voted. The General Assembly ducked this issue. Democracy has taken a hit. And sadly so too has Emons.
By Connecticut Editorial Board
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