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Connecticut Law Tribune

The Link Between Solid Discovery and Victory in Dram Shop Lawsuits

Isabel Del Vecchio of Suisman Shapiro, who has settled many dram shop cases, said it is hard for defendants to prevail on summary judgment because determining if someone were "visibly intoxicated" at the time of sale is a question of fact.
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The Legal Intelligencer

Motor Vehicle Law Doesn't Require Reduction of Medical Bills for Procedure That Wasn't Available in Pa., Judge Rules

In a matter of first impression, a Pennsylvania state court addressed whether medical bills related to an out-of-state medical provider's work are subject to a reduction under the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law.
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Law.com

'Intent of Deceiving': Fed. Judge Voids $1.14M Insurance Claim That Was Based on 'Illusory Estimate,' Orders Plaintiffs to Pay Back $300K

"Critically, when asked for their 'proof' of that figure, the Pittsfield entities claimed that they 'have a proposal from a contractor that says it,'" wrote U.S. District Judge Nancy L. Maldonado of the Northern District of Illinois.
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Law.com

Negligence, Premises Liability Claims Against Menards Up to a Jury to Decide, Federal Judge Rules

"There is thus less circumstantial evidence in the record for the court to conclude, as a matter of law, that a reasonable person would indisputably appreciate the risk posed by the door aisle," wrote U.S. District Judge Nancy L. Maldonado.
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National Law Journal

4th Circuit Rules Damages Cap in Charlottesville Mayhem Case Applies for Each Plaintiff

"We are extremely gratified that the Fourth Circuit affirmed the jury's verdict, finding all defendants jointly and severally liable for the racially motivated conspiracy to harass, intimidate, and commit violence in Charlottesville in August 2017," Cooley partner David E. Mills said.
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Law.com

Federal Judge Clears Path for Policyholder's Class Action Against USAA for $7M Interest on Improperly Retained Late Fees

U.S. District Judge Peter J. Messitte of the District of Maryland ruled the plaintiff pleaded facts clearly to suggest USAA "knew full well that they had the use of the late fees," and "they understood the time-value of the fees" and their interest-bearing potential, according to a June 11 opinion.
5 minute read

Law.com

Joshua Wright's $108M Defamation Case Against Former Students to Proceed to Trial

A Virginia judge has decided to allow former George Mason University law professor Joshua Wright's lawsuit against two former students, who now practice in Big Law.
4 minute read

Daily Business Review

Slew of Litigation Hurdles Ahead in Case of Alleged Pro Sports Sexual Harassment

"If I'm representing the team, I would take the position that employers are not vicariously liable," said Broward attorney Michael Ekins, who is not connected to the lawsuit.
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The Recorder

Netflix Sued for Copyright Infringement Over Clips in 'You Are What You Eat' Series

A Scottish videographer claims that Netflix and the Oceanic Preservation Society used his still photographs and video clips about open-cage salmon farming in a documentary series.
3 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Passengers Inches From Blown Out Alaska Airlines Door File Suit

The complaint filed in a Washington federal court on behalf of seven passengers is the latest of several pending lawsuits against Boeing, which manufactured the 737 Max 9 aircraft.
4 minute read

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