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New York Law Journal

The Implication of SCOTUS's 'Snyder' Decision and Recent Precedent on Corruption Prosecutions

In fraud and corruption cases, the Supreme Court and the US government are marching in opposite directions. The DOJ continues to embrace new tools from Congress and the White House—including a newly-passed anti-corruption law—while the Supreme Court has increasingly cut back on the DOJ's broad theories of prosecution. This article examines the implications from the Court's latest opinion, Snyder v. United States, which, if applied to other bribery statutes, could severely limit the DOJ's view that gifts to government officials are no different than bribes.
8 minute read

Litigation Daily

How Corporate Law Legislation Morphed Into a Conversation on Judicial Ethics

An amendment to Delaware's corporation law has divided lawyers and led to discussion about when Court of Chancery judges should and should not weigh in on laws they will later apply.
5 minute read

National Law Journal

Supreme Court Term Limits Are Doable By Statute, Retired Federal Judge Says

"I'm not saying it wouldn't be a difficult political slog if somebody thought that there was some disadvantage to their side," Judge Diane Wood said. "But I frankly see no constitutional barrier."
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Permissive Encroachments Under Post-2008 Adverse Possession Law

Adam Leitman Bailey and John Desiderio discuss how New York Courts are interpreting the way in which RPAPL §543 (Adverse possession; how affected by acts across a boundary line), enacted in 2008 as a new addition to RPAPL Article 5 (Adverse Possession), has changed the law of adverse possession from what it was pre-2008.
14 minute read

The Recorder

Former California Assembly, Senate Judiciary Chair Ellen Corbett Dead at 69

The San Leandro lawmaker was an ally of the plaintiffs bar and consumer groups during her 14 years in the Legislature.
3 minute read

Law.com

Split 6th Circuit Panel Reinstates Title IX Retaliation Claim Against University of Kentucky, Rejecting Student Enrollment Requirement

"Two separate, lengthy delays and an abrupt, last-minute cancelation may dissuade a reasonable person from pursuing a Title IX claim in federal court," Judge Rachel Bloomekatz wrote on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit majority.
6 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Sills Cummis & Gross Files Suit on Behalf of Companies Challenging Newark's Shipping Container Tax

"One of the main challenges facing Port Newark is the lack of space for container storage and handling. The demand for container storage space has grown significantly in recent years, and Port Newark has struggled to keep up with the demand. As a result, multiple lots where containers are stored are operated off-port by private owners and operators," according to the complaint filed by attorneys with Sills Cummis & Gross.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Meet New York State Bar's New Director of Government Affairs

A former member of two governors' cabinets, Matthew Pennello says he'll be the "eyes, ears and voice" of the New York bar.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

NY Gov. Signs Bill Lifting City, Countywide Residency Requirement for Attorney Poll Watchers

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed S.6130A/A.530A and six other bills on Tuesday, which are intended to strengthen voting protections and make it easier for voters to cast ballots.
2 minute read

The Recorder

California's PAGA Reform Deal Tempers Worker-Friendly Law

To assess compliance with California law, and reduce potential exposure to PAGA, employers should consider reviewing their wage-and-hour policies, conducting periodic payroll audits, and assessing whether to provide additional supervisor training.
6 minute read

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