Juliette Gillespie is Law Editor at the New Jersey Law Journal. She is responsible for contributed content and special sections. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @JGillespieNJLJ.
April 08, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Google News: How the December 2020 Core Update Impacts Law FirmsIn post-update analyses of how Google's Core Update shifted the SEO landscape, all signs pointed to the legal industry as one of the most impacted, particularly in desktop searches.
By Joe Giovannoli
8 minute read
April 08, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Trust and Estate Implications Involving Potentially Incapacitated PersonsA recent decision by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, 'S.T. v. 1515 Broad Street,' raises a host of issues about decision-making by those who encounter sudden disability or possible mental impairment or incapacity.
By Gerard G. Brew
12 minute read
April 08, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Defending 'Serial Litigation': How to Coordinate Strategy and Minimize Legal SpendA cohesive and centralized defense plan defines the defense mission statement and company story to permit the company to consistently respond to serial lawsuits, to control outside counsel spend, and to move cases more efficiently to resolution.
By Eric L. Probst and Diane F. Averell
9 minute read
April 07, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Muddy Waters: Navigating TAR ProtocolA recent decision in the District of New Jersey demonstrates the pitfalls of including requirements for the parties to disclose and agree to the use of technology assisted review (TAR) within the protocol. But it likewise demonstrates the importance of agreement on TAR methodology.
By Molly Hurley Kellett
8 minute read
April 07, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
The CFA: Have Courts Expanded Its Reach Even When Other Statutes Control?Recently, the New Jersey Supreme Court has examined the applicability of the Consumer Fraud Act even where other statutes provide complete relief to a "consumer," thereby expanding the reach of the CFA.
By Rose A. Suriano and Michael H. Ansell
9 minute read
April 07, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Confidential? Not So Fast, Say New Jersey CourtsIt is important to resist the overuse of protective or confidential orders, given the fundamental principle that our judicial system is intended to resolve disputes publicly and without a cloak of secrecy. A recent decision demonstrates the tenacity of the New Jersey District Court's response to over-designation.
By Samantha Stillo
8 minute read
April 06, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
Fools Rush In: The Importance of Negotiating Comprehensive ESI ProtocolsThe failure to enter into a comprehensive ESI protocol has the potential to derail a litigation on the merits into costly "discovery on discovery." This article discusses negotiated provisions and standards for e-discovery that will keep litigation progressing smoothly and efficiently.
By Scott J. Etish, Jennifer A. Hradil and Kevin H. Gilmore
9 minute read
April 05, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
BAR REPORT - Making mentoring connections with the NJSBAA look at the NJSBA's mentoring opportunities
By New Jersey State Bar Association
4 minute read
April 05, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
BAR REPORT - State bar foundation Mock Trial winner announcedLower Cape May Regional High School wins NJSBF virtual Mock Trial Competition
By New Jersey State Bar Association
2 minute read
April 05, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal
BAR REPORT - Capitol ReportState bar urges Supreme Court to eliminate child competency test; Proposed juror impartiality initiatives
By New Jersey State Bar Association
5 minute read
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