In a recent ruling from the Illinois Supreme Court, a precedent has been set for legal professionals pertaining to client confidentiality in media releases. The court disagreed with an appellate court finding that a press release made by a Chicago plaintiffs law firm, in which it disclosed its former client’s mental health diagnoses upon announcing…
In a recent legal update, the New Jersey District Court ruled in favor of enforcing a forum selection clause contained within an employee’s offer letter, leading to the transfer of a retaliation claim from a New Jersey federal court to one in New York. The plaintiff, Michael Saul, was formerly a senior copywriter for the…
Generative artificial intelligence tools are at the forefront of the legal industry’s latest worries. This issue has gained prominence after an intriguing case, where a lawyer reportedly submitted a ChatGPT-written brief with fake case citations to the court. The case in question occurred when the Avianca airline serving cart allegedly collided with the knee of…
In the rapidly evolving digital world, the question of data privacy is taking centre stage. In response, states across the United States have been formulating new laws geared towards protecting consumer’s personal information. At present, four states – California, Virginia, Colorado, and Connecticut – have comprehensive data privacy laws, while one state, Utah, has a…
In recent years, growing movements of legal giants known as Big Law into developing markets have been recorded. Notorious firms such as Kirkland & Ellis have spearheaded these forays, igniting a trend of major lawyers branching into embryonic arenas like Salt Lake City, with other firms quickly following suit. One notable example is Holland &…
On March 13, 2023, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy enacted Senate Bill No. 297 (Assembly Bill No. 493), making it a requirement for public agencies and government contractors to report cybersecurity incidents to the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness within 72 hours of discovering an incident. The regulations were implemented immediately upon…
Less than a month ago, a former Home Depot employee filed a lawsuit against the company alleging a failure to accommodate his health condition. The suit, which was first reported on Law.com, is said to be a significant legal case in the corporate sector with potentially far-reaching implications for companies and how they handle such…
Divorce processes worldwide are increasingly being marked by digital evidence, as this report indicates. In many cases, devices like hidden AirTags, secret recording apps, covertly placed cameras, and Ring doorbell footage are being employed to track individuals and amass digital evidence. Forensic analysts are identifying instances where cryptocurrency accounts, possibly holding substantial assets, are omitted…
As technology continues to permeate nearly every aspect of business operations, the risk of ransomware attacks is an emerging concern that demands attention. For instance, the recent MGM cyberattack reportedly cost the organization in excess of $100 million, echoing the imperative need for an effective business continuity strategy that can keep the wheels of the…
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation (NJSBF) has made a noteworthy move to bolster nonprofit operation within the state. It’s new proposal includes plans to extend financial support to law students and recently qualified lawyers to enable work in public interest settings. A key addition to the already operational NJSBF Cosponsorship Program, which provides financial…
For years, the name Kenneth Frazier has been synonymous with excellence in the legal profession. Hailing from a humble background in North Philadelphia where his father worked as a janitor, Frazier’s journey to the apex of the corporate world is noteworthy. His academic path led him from Penn State University to Harvard Law School, establishing…
UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest health insurance providers in the United States, has become the subject of a new lawsuit alleging that the corporation has been systematically underpaying out-of-network emergency room physicians. The addition of this new legal complaint brings with it an intensified spotlight on the continuing dispute between healthcare providers and health…
Presiding over a trend in the professional legal sector, notably Big Law white-collar defense groups are experiencing a surge in business. Astonishingly, this upturn has stirred curious discussion amongst industry insiders: Are we witnessing an upswing in enforcement or are corporations simply taking a more proactive stance? The crux of this matter was detailed in…
A jury in Monmouth County has levied a $17.6 million verdict in favor of a man severely injured in a multi-vehicle accident involving a drug-impaired 18-wheeler driver. The record-breaking judgement includes $6.5 million in compensatory damages and a further $11.15 million in punitive damages. This final judgement follows a separate $6.85 million settlement last year…
The New Jersey Supreme Court is currently hearing an appeal challenging an arbitrator’s power to execute demotions under the Tenure Employees Hearing Law. The appeal was brought forward by a demoted assistant high school principal, Amada Sanjuan, from the Memorial High School in West New York. Sanjuan’s demotion originated from an incident where she allegedly…
The Appellate Division has confirmed a trial court ruling, demanding that the primary residence’s insurer must defend the homeowners, Anthony and Janet Berardi, in a dog bite lawsuit. The event in question transpired at the couple’s second residence. Additionally, the insurer is responsible for reimbursing the Berardis for defense costs not encompassed by any other…
In a recent development, Cravath, Swaine & Moore have decided to exceed the associate salary scale set by Milbank for midlevel and senior associates. This news was disclosed in a company memo issued on Tuesday. The firm has earmarked significant pay rises across the board, with the first three classes of associates set to receive…
In a 5-2 majority ruling, the Maryland Supreme Court recently approved the admission of labor and employment law associate Samuel Edward Howie to the state bar. Howie, who is currently affiliated with Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith’s Newark, New Jersey office, has previously been admitted to the New Jersey and New York state bars. Howie’s…
A recent $1.45 million legal settlement was reached in Valiente v. Garden State Lumber Products Transport, a case originating from Union County. Hector Valiente, of Elizabeth, NJ, was seriously injured when his car carrier transport vehicle was rear-ended by a box truck in 2018. The box truck was operated by Luis Perez of Garden State…
As we head into 2024, a recent survey reveals that law firm leaders may not be as optimistic as they were at the beginning of the previous year, signaling potential challenges ahead for the legal industry. The report suggests this change in sentiment has been noted even before certain law firms began to introduce associate…
The American Bar Association (ABA), after facing a significant backlash, has retracted various statements that it made about Israel. Approximately 900 attorneys responded to the issue by signing an open letter in which they lambasted the ABA for utterances that they claimed were restricting Israel’s rights and suggesting a moral equivalence. There appears to be…
Law firm Goldberg Segalla has recently expanded its team by welcoming two new associates to their workers’ compensation group. Valerie Mayzelshteyn will be stationed at their Princeton office, while Peter Popkowski will join their Newark team. Previously associated with the firm of Irene Shor, Valerie Mayzelshteyn specializes in workers’ compensation defense. Her professional portfolio includes…
As the application and development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) burgeon across multiple sectors, AI cybersecurity has become a predominant concern. One pressing element within this broader topic area is the protection of AI programmers, a matter which requires the urgent attention of not only tech leaders but legal professionals worldwide. While a range of business…
The New Jersey Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Thursday in a case involving a $26 million verdict returned by a Bergen County jury in favor of a group of neurosurgeons. The jury found that Valley Hospital had breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. The plaintiffs in the case, consisting of…
With the backing of both parties, the U.S. Senate recently affirmed Jamel Semper as the latest judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. Semper, at the age of 42, brings a promising career in legal practice and a formidable repertoire of experience to the role. In recent years, Semper performed…