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Some Atlanta False Claims Lawyers Wary, Others See Little Threat in DOJ Whistleblower Memo

An internal Justice Department memo that spells out specific, new criteria for federal prosecutors to use in determining whether to dismiss a whistleblower case may be more defense-oriented but, while a reason for caution, raises no immediate alarms.
6 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

'This Is a Good Thing': CT Attorneys Support Justice Dept.'s FCA Memo

Although caught by surprise, Connecticut attorneys generally support an internal DOJ memo urging government attorneys to dismiss meritless False Claims Act cases.
3 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Ethics Forum: Questions and Answers on Professional Responsibility

I am a newly elected judicial officer. What is the most important aspect of consideration in being a judge?
16 minute read

Daily Business Review

Gambling Gets Another Look as Ballot Measure Looms

Legislative leaders are working behind the scenes on a pared-down plan to cement a deal with the Seminole Tribe and pacify cardroom operators.
6 minute read

Daily Business Review

Florida Death Penalty Cases Cause Strains for Legal System

A U.S. Supreme Court ruling that led to an overhaul of Florida's death-penalty sentencing process has put financial and workload pressure on prosecutors, public defenders and courts.
5 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

As Opioid Push Continues, NJ Proposes Reporting Requirements for Gabapentin

New Jersey pharmaceutical regulators are proposing to closely monitor prescriptions for gabapentin, a drug that's nonaddictive but can be misused to enhance the effects of opioids and other addictive drugs.
2 minute read

National Law Journal

After Defeat in New York, State AGs Are Next to Test Emoluments Challenge

Observers argue that state attorneys general are the only litigants who can plausibly claim standing in lawsuits over the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's ongoing ownership of his vast business holdings.
5 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

New Jersey to Join Lawsuit to Protect DACA 'Dreamers'

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy says the state will join New York and 14 other states in challenging President Donald Trump's decision to pull back from the "Dreamers" policy.
2 minute read

Daily Business Review

It's Time to Strengthen Railway Safety Laws for Passengers, Crews

Nearly everyone agrees that high-speed passenger rail is a great idea. As Brightline high-speed rail makes its debut in South Florida, it's time to focus more attention on passengers and crews.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

NY Governor Signs Order Requiring Net Neutrality From State ISPs

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed an executive order requiring the state to do business only with internet service providers who adhere to net neutrality principles. Travis LeBlanc, the former FCC enforcement bureau chief who is now a partner at Boies Schiller Flexner, said states will "likely" decide the future of net neutrality.
4 minute read

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