By Colleen Murphy | April 13, 2022
The court held that "notice of a claim or mere negotiations cannot serve to toll a statute of limitations. Likewise, the carrier had no affirmative obligation to remind plaintiff the statute of limitations was about to expire."
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Louis Locascio | April 11, 2022
For the second time in one year, the court held that subsequent medical malpractice defendants are not entitled to a pro tanto (full) credit for an initial tortfeasor's settlement.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Law Journal Editorial Board | April 1, 2022
The position of New York, which is in line with Judge Wigenton's opinion, has merit, and we hope to see the Supreme Court accept jurisdiction and ultimately determine that New Jersey cannot unilaterally abandon the compact.
National Law Journal | Conversation
By Christine Schiffner | March 29, 2022
The Advisory Committee on Rules of Evidence has reviewed testimony on a suggested amendment to Federal Evidence Rule 702: an overdue clarification amid rising mass torts, according to the defense bar; detrimental to the civil clients, according to the plaintiffs bar.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Marie E. Lihotz and Marianne Espinosa | March 28, 2022
APPELLATE ANSWERS: Without question, judges notice the use of correct formatting in appellate briefs. A strong command of the rules demonstrates appellate counsel's professionalism and projects an attorney who is experienced, accurate, and organized.
New Jersey Law Journal | Analysis
By Bob Kasolas | March 16, 2022
A recent holding highlights the very significant pitfall of overlooking the "internal affairs doctrine" in forming a Delaware LLC while inserting a New Jersey choice of law provision in the operating agreement.
New Jersey Law Journal | Analysis
By Maryam Meseha | March 3, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in 'TransUnion' reinforced the problems of applying the traditional doctrine of standing to data-privacy claims.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Law Journal Editorial Board | February 27, 2022
It is reasonable to ask why the committee has chosen not to follow the well-established federal example, for briefs of whatever length it considers desirable.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Law Journal Editorial Board | February 13, 2022
There are numerous possible variations that would achieve the same dual goals of clarity and parsimony. We hope the court will consider one of them.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Marie E. Lihotz and Marianne Espinosa | February 10, 2022
During a trial, when jurors have been exposed to extraneous information or prejudicial influences, the trial court's obligation is well established. Once a verdict is rendered, any inquiry into allegations of juror misconduct is substantially curtailed.
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