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The Legal Intelligencer

Why Now Might Be a Great Time to Sue the Government

While many of the court's opinions will have major implications for Americans, it is the court's crackdown on the power of government regulators that may have the most profound effect of all.
7 minute read

Daily Business Review

Akerman Sues Former Aviation Client For $2.2 Million in Unpaid Fees

The firm represented Pioneer Business Services, the defendant in Tuesday's suit, in a contract dispute with private aircraft operator VistaJet which was resolved in July after two years.
2 minute read

New York Law Journal

Retired Judge Susan Cacace Elected Westchester DA in Win for Democrats

Cacace received 64% of the vote. Her Republican opponent, John Sarcone, pulled in 36% with 100% of the districts reporting.
2 minute read

Daily Business Review

'They Got All Bent Out of Shape:' Parkland Lawyers Clash With Each Other

"We didn't vilify anybody," said Broward attorney Alejandro Arreaza.
4 minute read

The Recorder

Hueston Hennigan Secures Dismissal of SEC Action Against Ex-PwC Auditor in Mattel-Linked Case

The federal agency issued a one-page order dropping the action against Joshua Abrahams last Friday after the Division of Enforcement filed a motion to dismiss it on Aug. 12, simply stating: "Under the circumstances, it appears appropriate to grant the Division's motion and dismiss the proceeding."
3 minute read

Litigation Daily

Litigation Leaders: Laura Hoey of Ropes & Gray on Bringing an Industry Focus to Litigation Matters

"Our deep industry expertise across private equity, health care and life sciences and asset management is what sets us apart as a firm and provides us with the expertise to counsel clients on a diverse range of litigation and enforcement matters."
11 minute read

National Law Journal

Election Protection Hotline, Staffed by Lawyers, Stays Busy

The hotline received calls about long lines in several swing states, some of which were caused by software malfunctions of ballot-scanning machines. But officials said many reported issues were not out of the ordinary.
3 minute read

Daily Business Review

Tampa Jury Returns $5.8M Verdict Against Insurer Who Denied Coverage

"That's the hardest part of trying a case—evoking empathy from six disinterested people," said David Henry, a partner at Morgan & Morgan.
2 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Progressive Hit With Class Action After Allegedly Unlawfully Denying Collision Coverage

"Progressive has implemented a systemic, predetermined refusal to offer optional automobile insurance coverages due to a so-called 'binding restriction' that runs counter to established Massachusetts law that limits the circumstances under which an insurer can refuse to offer optional coverages."
3 minute read

Law.com

Judge Splits Couple's Potential Recoupment of Punitive Damages Against eBay's Harassment Campaign

A couple argued California law applied to the potential punitive damages against eBay, as all of the wrongful conduct stemmed from the company's headquarters in California. However, eBay argued Massachusetts law should apply, claiming allegations of surveillance, stalking, and vandalism occurred at the couple's home.
4 minute read

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