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October 18, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

On the Move and After Hours: Connell Foley; Lindabury; Day Pitney; Archer

Connell Foley welcomes seven associates; Day Pitney shakes up leadership roles; and more moves.

By Donovan Swift

7 minute read

October 18, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Lack of Agreement on 'Implicit' Settlement Term Insufficient to Preclude Enforcement

'Javelin' is a reminder of both the limited scope of FRE 408 and the pitfalls that accompany any renegotiation of a settlement agreement.

By Thomas E.L. Dewey

7 minute read

October 17, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Claims for Deceptive Trade Practices and False Advertising

"Consumers bringing a cause of action under Section 349 or 350 thus must satisfy three elements," write Thomas J. Hall and Judith A. Archer.

By Thomas J. Hall and Judith A. Archer

10 minute read

October 16, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Do Children's Attorneys Give a Child a Voice?

"How much weight should judges continue to give to court-appointed counsel, who have historically served as giving children a voice in the courtroom?" write Elisa Reiter, Daniel Pollack and Virginia E. Griffin.

By Elisa Reiter, Daniel Pollack and Virginia E. Griffin

11 minute read

October 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Termination of Status as S Corporation Shareholder

This column discusses two recent Tax Court cases and there application to status as an S corporation shareholder.

By David E. Kahen and Elliot Pisem

8 minute read

October 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

No-Fault Insurance Law Wrap-Up: Recent Decisions Concerning New York's MVAIC Coverage

This article provides a summary of recent decisions concerning MVAIC coverage.

By David M. Barshay and Steven J. Neuwirth

9 minute read

October 15, 2024 | New York Law Journal

The 'Lincoln' Hearing and In-Camera Interview of the Child: Is There a Difference?

"The court held that although the express wishes of children are not controlling, they are entitled to great weight," writes Joel R. Brandes.

By Joel R. Brandes

12 minute read

October 14, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Communications With Non-Retained Experts May Be Subject to Disclosure

"Lehrburger explained that unlike retained experts, non-retained treating physicians 'wear a cloak of independence and lack of bias,'" write Edward M. Spiro and Christopher B. Harwood.

By Edward M. Spiro and Christopher B. Harwood

8 minute read

October 14, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

Does Free Speech Trump Confidentiality in Harrassment Investigations?

"In a complaint filed by Usachenok against Mayo, Sanders and the N.J. Department of Treasury, she not only alleged discrimination by Mayo, but also challenged the confidentiality directive of N.J.A.C. 4A:7-3.1(j)."

By Louis F. Locascio

7 minute read

October 14, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

Bar Report — Oct. 14, 2024

New Chair Plans to Invigorate Certified Attorneys Section The New Jersey State Bar Association offers 80 sections, committees and divisions for members…

By Donovan Swift

8 minute read