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Analysis of verdicts and settlements data

Connecticut Law Tribune |

Demoted Hartford Police Detective Sues City, Claiming Discrimination

Robert Storace | March 21, 2019

Hartford Det. Samuel Cruz filed a federal lawsuit this week seeking monetary damages over allegations his supervisors demoted and discriminated against him because he is Hispanic.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Heavy-Hitting Litigators Team to Sue Harvard Over Slave's Photographs

Robert Storace | March 21, 2019

Connecticut resident Tamara Lanier has filed a suit against Harvard University demanding the return two photos of her great-great-great-grandfather, who was an American slave. The university argues it is the rightful owner.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Lawsuit: 3M's Defective Ear Plugs Caused Hearing Loss in Military Service Members

Robert Storace | March 20, 2019

Connecticut veteran Jonathan Frew has sued 3M, claiming the manufacturer made defective earplugs that left him with severe hearing problems.
Litigation Daily |News

$475M Lawsuit Alleges Inaction by Danske Bank Created 'Enormous Scandal'

Phillip Bantz | March 19, 2019

“You need to take regulatory compliance very seriously and when you do have problems don't cover it up. That will only turn it into intentional securities fraud and only makes the problem bigger,” said an attorney for the plaintiffs.
Corporate Counsel |News

$475M Lawsuit Alleges Danske Bank's Inaction Created 'Enormous Scandal'

Phillip Bantz | March 19, 2019

“You need to take regulatory compliance very seriously and when you do have problems don't cover it up. That will only turn it into intentional securities fraud and only makes the problem bigger,” said an attorney for the plaintiffs.
Daily Business Review |News

Florida Judge Unseals Documents in $60M Defamation Suit Over 'War Dogs' Movie

Raychel Lean | March 19, 2019

The judge ruled that the son of a former Albanian prime minister hadn't shown that an author maliciously linked him to corrupt arms dealings in a book that later inspired Hollywood movie "War Dogs."
Daily Report Online |News

Freeman Mathis & Gary Beats Back $12.5M Lawsuit Over Death of Drunken Pedestrian

Ellis Kim | March 19, 2019

The trial involved a drunken pedestrian who had passed out in the middle of the roadway at night.
Daily Report Online |News

Effingham Jury Awards $3M in Estate Claim for Interstate Crash

Katheryn Tucker | March 19, 2019

Ashleigh Madison and Bart Turner said the jury deliberated for an hour and 20 minutes before returning the $3 million verdict.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Waterbury Attorneys Negotiate $840,000 Settlement for Client Hurt in Car Crash

Robert Storace | March 19, 2019

John Malarney suffered injuries to much of his body following a 2016 car crash with Richard Crane. On Friday, the case settled for $840,000.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

King Fook Jewellery Grp. Ltd. v. Jacob & Co. Watches Inc.

March 19, 2019

Damages Owed Hong Kong Jeweler by Watch Maker for Contract's Breach Explained
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Kromah v. Kagan

March 19, 2019

Defendants appealed from the judgment entered in favor of plaintiff.
Daily Business Review |

'All Our Clients Are Gone': How South Florida Lawyers Hit Big Tobacco With Bittersweet $37M Verdict

Raychel Lean | March 18, 2019

"There's really no more cutting-edge and important industry to hold accountable for misdeeds than the tobacco industry," said Jonathan Gdanski of the Schlesinger Law Offices, who worked with Brittany Chambers and Steven Hammer to land a $37 million victory against cigarette-makers R.J. Reynolds and Philip Morris.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Parker v. Parker

March 18, 2019

Brothers appealed the ruling in their shareholder oppression actions against each other.
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Dinneen v. Gwozdz

March 18, 2019

Plaintiffs Entitled to Offer of Compromise Interest
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Paralympian Skier's Hotel Fall Leads to $4.75M Settlement in Middlesex

Charles Toutant | Suzette Parmley | March 15, 2019

A former competitive skier who slipped and fell in a hotel lobby agreed to a $4.75 million settlement in her Middlesex County suit, Dembitzky v. Hampton…
Daily Business Review |News

Miami Courtroom Showdown: Conor McGregor Sued Over Phone-Stomping Incident at Fontainebleau

Raychel Lean | March 15, 2019

"It really is about how you act outside the ring, not just in the ring," said attorney Santiago Cueto, who filed a lawsuit Thursday against MMA fighter Conor McGregor, who destroyed a man's phone for trying to take a picture.
New York Law Journal |Analysis

Does the Sixth Amendment Apply to Restitution? Two Justices Say the Answer May Be Yes

Elkan Abramowitz and Jonathan S. Sack | March 14, 2019

In their White-Collar Crime column, Elkan Abramowitz and Jonathan Sack begin with a discussion of Supreme Court cases extending the Sixth Amendment's jury-trial right to sentencing and then consider the increased significance and magnitude of restitution in federal criminal sentencing, especially in white-collar cases. They then analyze Justice Gorsuch's dissent from denial of certiorari in 'Hester', which builds upon the reasoning in dissents in the circuit courts urging for application of 'Apprendi' to restitution.
Litigation Daily |

Sandy Hook Families Get Go-Ahead from State High Court to Seek Damages From Gun Makers

Raychel Lean | March 14, 2019

"There is no allegation in this case that there was any reason to expect that Lanza's mother was likely to use the rifle in an unsafe manner," the opinion said.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

High Court Gives Go-Ahead to Sandy Hook Families Seeking Damages From Gun Makers

Raychel Lean | March 14, 2019

"There is no allegation in this case that there was any reason to expect that Lanza's mother was likely to use the rifle in an unsafe manner," the opinion said.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

199-14 32nd LLC v. Postell

March 14, 2019

Owner Entitled to Retain Security Deposit, Additional $700 for Deductible Reimbursement
Law.com |

Norwich Diocese Pays $900K to Settle Claims Priest Abused Boy for a Decade

Robert Storace | March 12, 2019

The Norwich Diocese has settled a third lawsuit claiming then-priest Paul Hebert sexually assaulted young boys. In the latest settlement, the diocese agreed to pay Jonathan Roy $900,000.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Norwich Diocese Pays $900,000 to Settle Claims Priest Abused Boy for a Decade

Robert Storace | March 12, 2019

The Norwich Diocese has settled a third lawsuit claiming then-priest Paul Hebert sexually assaulted young boys. In the latest settlement, the diocese agreed to pay Jonathan Roy $900,000.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Greenberg v. Spitzer

March 12, 2019

Court Orders Spitzer to Reimburse Over $132,000 in Production Costs in Defamation Action
Daily Report Online |News

Bambi Bedlam: Cars Stopped for Deer Leads to Wreck, $5M Verdict

Greg Land | March 11, 2019

The wreck near Duluth happened after a driver stopped for a deer in the road and was struck by a following motorist who then hit yet another driver.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Takeda Unit Asks Judge to Wipe Out $155M Infringement Verdict Over Hemophilia Drug

Tom McParland | March 11, 2019

In a court filing Friday, Baxalta Inc. argued that Bayer's patent was invalid and that the German-based pharmaceutical firm had presented no evidence to support the jury's damages award.
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Frasier v. Gallagher

March 11, 2019

Award of Zero Noneconomic Damages Not Shown to Be Error
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Dutton v. Rando

March 11, 2019

Parent Did Not Need Expert Testimony to Substantiate Pecuniary Value of Loss of Child's Companionship, Advice, and Guidance
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Boyle v. Einstein Med. Ctr. Montgomery E

March 11, 2019

Plaintiff was entitled to a new trial on damages where the defendant hospital agreed that plaintiff's slip and fall caused her injury and the court therefore instructed the jury that it must award some damages, but the jury disregarded that instruction. The court granted plaintiff a new trial on damages only.
The Recorder |Case Digests

Sass v. Cohen

March 11, 2019

Plaintiff's request for accounting does not excuse compliance with statute limiting default judgment to damages sought in complaint
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Venpap Sys. v. United Corrstack, LLC

March 11, 2019

Defendant was entitled to damages where plaintiffs terminated the parties' contract and demanded payment without providing the promised result.
New York Law Journal |

Direct vs. Consequential Lost Profits: Checking in Five Years After 'Biotronik'

Michael Hefter, Ryan M. Philp and Matt Ducharme | March 08, 2019

Many sophisticated commercial parties continue to include a boilerplate consequential damages bar in their contracts, often on the assumption that it protects against a multi-million dollar lost profits award in the event of a breach. This may prove a dangerous assumption.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Jury Renders $543,889 Verdict for Hartford Woman Who Sued City

Robert Storace | March 08, 2019

A Hartford Superior Court jury has found the city was liable for injuries Barbara Browdy suffered after falling on an uneven sidewalk. The jury awarded Browdy, who injured her shoulder, $543,889.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Ocean County Motorcycle Case Settles for $2 Million

Suzette Parmley | Jason Grant | Charles Toutant | March 08, 2019

A Bayville man, injured when his motorcycle was struck by another vehicle, settled his Ocean County suit, "Worden v. Somebody Cares," for $2 million just before the case was to go to trial.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Med Tech Pays $467,000 to Settle False Claims Act Allegations

Robert Storace | March 07, 2019

State officials announced Thursday that Orange-based Med Tech had agreed to a settlement whereby the medical equipment supplier would pay $467,000 to resolve allegations under the False Claims Act.
Law.com |News

Duke Star Zion Williamson May Have Slam-Dunk Case Against Nike, but Some Lawyers Doubt He'll Just Do It

Max Mitchell | March 06, 2019

According to several attorneys, Zion Williamson has a clear case against several parties involved, and, depending on what contracts are at play, Duke could have claims as well. But damages could prove to be a high hurdle for any potential plaintiff to surmount.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Rubury v. Ford Motor Co.

March 06, 2019

Plaintiff appealed the dismissal of his action alleging the airbag in his car failed to deploy in an accident.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Bridgeport Lawyers Clinch $3.2 Million Settlement for Woman Injured in Car Crash

Robert Storace | March 05, 2019

Attorneys for Jessica Girard helped secure a $3.2 million settlement for the New Britain resident who suffered back injuries after a 2016 car crash in that city.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Federal Lawsuit: Former Danbury City Employee Claims Racial Discrimination, Retaliation

Robert Storace | March 05, 2019

Former Danbury city worker Marlene Moore-Callands has filed a federal lawsuit against the municipality, claiming she worked in a hostile environment and that supervisors retaliated against her when she complained.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Liberty Bank Pays Nearly $16M to Resolve Discrimination Claims, Denies Wrongdoing

Robert Storace | March 04, 2019

Following a lawsuit accusing it of practicing racial discrimination in its lending practices. Liberty Bank has agreed to settle the case by making about $16 million in funds available for various programs to help people in low- to moderate-income communities.
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Jackson v. Shefa Inv., LLC

March 04, 2019

The court properly exercised its equitable powers to order a set-off of the parties' judgments against each other, because the objecting party failed to meet her burden of establishing the existence of a charging lien.
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Santiago v. Yates

March 04, 2019

The court overruled preliminary objections where plaintiff alleged sufficient facts to support a claim for punitive damages in connection with a motor vehicle accident. Defendant entered a guilty plea to criminal charges associated with this accident, so plaintiff's allegations of alcohol and drug use were not "scandalous and impertinent."
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Prosecutors Sue Landlord Who Made Child Pornography at Rental Property

Robert Storace | March 01, 2019

Former landlord Richard Bruno Jr., who is serving a 16-year prison sentence on child pornography charges, is being sued with the properties he owned for monetary damages on behalf of female tenants who were sexually harassed.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Fin. Servs. Vehicle Trust v. Panter

February 28, 2019

Defendants appealed from the judgments entered in favor of plaintiffs.
The Legal Intelligencer |News

Fair Share Act in Strict Liability Cases to Highlight SCOPA Argument Session

Max Mitchell | February 27, 2019

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is set to hear arguments next week in a case that is likely to result in sweeping changes to how attorneys in the state handle strict liability cases.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Employee Quits After 7 Weeks, Alleging Sexual Harassment at Stamford Health

Robert Storace | February 27, 2019

Daniel Cohn claims in a federal lawsuit that the alleged sexual comments and actions by one of his supervisors was so blatant and constant that he was forced to quit his job after less than two months.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Mongiello v. Gallagher

February 26, 2019

In the personal injury case the defendant appealed from a $1,800,000 verdict the jury entered in favor of plaintiff following a damages-only trial.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Dutton v. Rando

February 26, 2019

Defendant appealed from the verdict and judgment in plaintiff's motor vehicle tort action and from the denial of defendant's motion for new trial.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Connecticut Attorneys Clinch $1.5M for Boy Sexually Abused for 2 Years

Robert Storace | February 25, 2019

The family of a boy who was sexually abused for two years beginning when he was just 8 years old has settled its lawsuit for $1.5 million. The accused, Roger Guay, is serving a four-year prison sentence for the crimes.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Gordon v. Redelsperger

February 25, 2019

In this civil case, the jury found that appellant assaulted the appellee, and awarded appellee certain categories of nonpecuniary damages and denied him others.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

ETX Successor v. Pridgeon

February 25, 2019

ETX Successor Tyler, formerly known as East Texas Medical Center, brought this interlocutory appeal of the trial court's denial of its motion to dismiss the declaratory judgment action filed by Terrie Pridgeon as guardian of the person of the estate of Jason C. Dubose.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Herrera v. Price

February 25, 2019

Appellants challenged the trial court's order granting summary judgment in favor of appellee, which declared appellant's claims as barred by the statute of limitations and further found that appellants did not demonstrate diligence in serving appellee.
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Weldon v. Steele

February 25, 2019

Court Finds Trespasser Is A Licensee Where Property Owner Has Knowledge Of Trespass
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Pelaty v. Scadden

February 25, 2019

Court Holds Cross Claims For Apportionment Against Someone Party To Negligence Action Are Precluded
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Middlebury Man Injured in Motorcycle Crash Settles Case for $1.4 Million

Robert Storace | February 22, 2019

Robert Muller, who was injured when a pickup truck struck his motorcycle head-on in Bridgewater two and a half years ago, has settled his case for $1.4 million. He will receive the money within a month.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

New Chancery Court Suit Targets Dell Over Stock Conversion Plan

Tom McParland | February 21, 2019

The suit is the latest challenge to the transaction, which converted shares tied to Dell's interest in a valuable computer visualization firm into shares that tracked the business as a whole.
New York Law Journal |News

First Department Upholds Record $6.1M Ankle Injury Jury Award

Colby Hamilton | February 21, 2019

The appellate panel only narrowly trimmed Aminata Kromah's award down to $10.4 million after a Bronx jury in 2017 found property managers failed to keep stairs in their building in proper condition.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Sultan v. Connery

February 21, 2019

Condo Unit Owner Fails to Show Entitlement to Summary Judgment Dismissing Negligence Claim
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Ostro v. Ostro

February 21, 2019

Owner Granted Dismissal of Complaint Against Him Including Derivative Claims as Improper
Daily Report Online |News

Lin Wood Files Lawsuit on Behalf of Teen Wearing MAGA Hat in Viral Video

R. Robin McDonald | February 20, 2019

The lawsuit targets the Washington Post over its coverage of the encounter between the student and a Native American activist in Washington.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Willimantic Housing Authority Sued Over Alleged Ridicule of Disabled Employee

Robert Storace | February 19, 2019

Katherine Cardona claims in a federal lawsuit she was fired from the Willimantic Housing Authority due to her Hispanic origin and her hearing disability. She is seeking monetary damages.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

West Haven Woman Injured in Motorcycle Crash Gets $300,000

Robert Storace | February 19, 2019

Passenger Alda Bergeron was able to pursue the matter without filing a lawsuit because insurance carriers agreed to pay the policy limits.
New Jersey Law Journal |Analysis

AUTOMOBILE INJURY

New Jersey Law Journal | February 19, 2019

Our annual special section from Gerald H. Baker, covering developments in PIP benefits, UM/UIM coverage and the verbal threshold.
New Jersey Law Journal |Analysis

A Look at No Fault in 2018

Gerald H. Baker | February 18, 2019

A review of this year's cases: two dealing with UM/UIM benefits, one addressing PIP benefits, and three cases relevant to “automobile injuries” (pedestrian crossings, deployment of airbags, and correlation between property damage and personal injuries).
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

W.R. Berkley Corp. v. Classic Carts, Inc.

February 18, 2019

Successful Adversary Proceedings in Bankruptcy Court Warranted Reassessment of Plaintiff's Fee Award
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Ocean County Med Mal Case Settles for $1.3 Million

David Gialanella | Charles Toutant | February 15, 2019

A suit claiming that a woman had to have her colon removed because of failure to diagnose a blockage, Szymanski v. Rothman, settled in Ocean County…
Connecticut Law Tribune |

2nd Circuit, Holding Surviving Spouse May Represent Estate Pro Se, Revives Part of Tobacco Lawsuit

Robert Storace | February 15, 2019

A unanimous Second Circuit panel said a surviving spouse could represent on a pro se basis the decedent's estate, reviving a products liability case over a smoker's death.
New Jersey Law Journal |Analysis

Infringement Protection for Foreign Sales of a Patented Product

Barry J. Schindler and Laurin T. Buettner | February 15, 2019

How to guard your patents abroad, even though U.S. patent protection is not extraterritorial.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Judge Tosses Tort Claims Stemming From Deadly Plane Crash in Africa

Tom McParland | February 14, 2019

In its complaint, Lima Delta attributed the crash to faulty breaks and alleged that Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., the Georgia-based aircraft-manufacturer, knew about the defect but failed to report it to federal aviation regulators.
Daily Report Online |News

Savannah's Gulfstream Wins Dismissal of Claims From Africa Plane Crash

Tom McParland | February 14, 2019

In its complaint, Lima Delta attributed the crash to faulty breaks and alleged that Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., the Georgia-based aircraft-manufacturer, knew about the defect but failed to report it to federal aviation regulators.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Lawsuit: Bank of America Obligated to Give Disabled Woman Less Strenuous Job

Robert Storace | February 13, 2019

Sarena Salmeri sued Bank of America, claiming it was obligated under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act to give her a less strenuous job when a vacancy opened.
Litigation Daily |

Yale Students Sue University, Claiming Ongoing Sexual Abuse Against Women by Fraternities

Robert Storace | February 12, 2019

Three Yale University students have sued the institution claiming widespread sexual misconduct at fraternities. They claim the misconduct goes back many years.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Yale Students Who Protested Against Kavanaugh Sue Yale Fraternities Alleging Ongoing Sexual Abuse Against Women

Robert Storace | February 12, 2019

Three Yale University students have sued the institution claiming widespread sexual misconduct at fraternities. They claim the misconduct goes back many years.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Spinal Injuries from Auto Accident Lead to $1.5 Million Settlement in Middlesex

Charles Toutant | February 11, 2019

A woman who suffered spinal injuries after her car was struck in a rear-end accident agreed to a $1.5 million settlement in her Middlesex County suit, Pittman…
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Federal Lawsuit: Man Electrocuted While Using Thermatron by Sealectric Inc.

Robert Storace | February 11, 2019

A $500,000 personal injury lawsuit filed Thursday claims a Connecticut man was electrocuted while using a piece of heavy equipment manufactured by New Jersey-based Sealectric.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Bombardier Aerospace v. SPEP Aircraft

February 11, 2019

Respondents brought suit against petitioner for breach of contract, breach of express warranty, and fraud in relation to the purchase of a new aircraft.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Kempner Water v. City Of Lampasas

February 11, 2019

Appellee, City of Lampasas, sued Kempner Water Supply Corporation for a breach of contract claim.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Lawsuit: Hundreds of Employees at Health Management Services Company Were Not Paid Overtime for Years

Robert Storace | February 07, 2019

A federal lawsuit filed Wednesday claims CareCentrix failed to pay overtime to 200 verification specialists. It seeks certification as both a collective action and class action.
The Recorder |Case Digests

Economy v. Sutter East Bay Hospitals

February 07, 2019

Hospital violated physician's notice and hearing rights by directing his medical group to terminate his assignment
Connecticut Law Tribune |

2nd Circuit Sides With Direct Energy Services in Rate Hike Dispute

Robert Storace | February 06, 2019

Connecticut resident Gary Richards had sued private electricity supplier Direct Energy Services LLP, claiming it unfairly hiked prices by switching from a fixed to variable rate. A Second Circuit panel, ruling 2-1, upheld a lower court ruling that sided with the electricity supplier.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Hartford Man Who Injured Knee in Fall Through Floor Settles Case for $150,000

Robert Storace | February 05, 2019

Rosmel Chirinos sustained injuries to his left knee after falling through a floor while on a construction job, according to his lawsuit. He reached a $150,000 settlement with the contractor and property owners.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Ginellen Racing Inc. v. Szarmach

February 05, 2019

Defendant Granted Dismissal of Damages Claims as Plaintiffs Lack Interest in Horses
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Global Gold Mining LLC v. Caldera Resources Inc.

February 05, 2019

Petitioner Entitled to Award's Confirmation Except for Its Post-Judgment Interest Rate
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Pressley v. Casar

February 04, 2019

This was an appeal from a summary judgment in an election contest for a city council seat.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Biker Hit by Drag Racer Wins $39 Million Verdict in New Jersey

Katheryn Tucker | February 01, 2019

The $39 million verdict is for pain and suffering. It will be added to an earlier judgment of about $4.5 million for medical expenses. That total will be reduced by a 60 percent apportionment to the uninsured drag-racing driver in default. Still, the plaintiff's lawyers say they plan to collect nearly $20 million from the property owner.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Lawsuit: Fired ECSU Professor Was Targeted by Her Supervisor

Robert Storace | January 31, 2019

A lawsuit filed Thursday in state court alleges a supervisor at Eastern Connecticut State University made false statements and singled out a professor, whose contract the school later did not renew.
The Legal Intelligencer |News

Philadelphia Jury Awards $41M Verdict to Woman Who Needed 9 Surgeries to Fix Defective Pelvic Mesh

Max Mitchell | January 31, 2019

The verdict is the latest in a wave of multimillion-dollar verdicts juries have awarded over Ethicon's pelvic mesh products over the past few years.
Litigation Daily |News

Philadelphia Jury Awards $41M to Woman Who Needed 9 Surgeries to Fix Defective Pelvic Mesh

Max Mitchell | January 31, 2019

The verdict is the latest in a wave of multimillion-dollar verdicts juries have awarded over Ethicon's pelvic mesh products over the past few years.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Ethicon Mesh Trial Yields $41 Million Jury Verdict

Max Mitchell | January 31, 2019

The verdict is the latest in a wave of multimillion-dollar verdicts juries have awarded over Ethicon's pelvic mesh products over the past few years.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Employees' Suit for Overtime Pay Proceeds Against Bank of America

Robert Storace | January 30, 2019

A lawsuit will proceed against Bank of America, alleging the bank made hundreds of employees work upward of 30 minutes each day without getting paid. A federal judge in Connecticut has granted collective certification.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Green Tree Packing, Inc. v. Berger

January 30, 2019

Defendant appealed from the final judgment of the trial court, which awarded plaintiff damages and counsel fees.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Text Message, Stopped Midsentence, Helps Clinch $235,000 Settlement

Robert Storace | January 28, 2019

The insurance carrier for a woman who was texting her husband about dinner while driving has settled a lawsuit for $235,000. While texting, Dasantila Rook's vehicle crossed the yellow line and struck a vehicle driven by Kelsey Lisk.
Daily Report Online |News

Macon Man Wins $817K Verdict After $250K Policy Limit Demand

Katheryn Tucker | January 25, 2019

The winning lawyer had been turned down for a $250,000 policy limit demand and offer of judgment. She will seek the full verdict plus interest and attorney's fees.
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Howling Mad: Lawsuit Says Pet Store Tricked Client Into Leasing Puppy at 100 Percent Interest

Robert Storace | January 23, 2019

A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a woman who claimed The Dog House misled her into a puppy lease agreement that was deceptive, unclear, confusing and had an interest rate of more than 100 percent.
Texas Lawyer |News

Class Certification Denied in Case Alleging Plot to Suppress Nurses' Wages

Tom McParland | January 23, 2019

A Texas judge on Tuesday denied class certification in an antitrust lawsuit alleging that the three largest hospital operators in San Antonio had conspired…
Daily Business Review |News

Longtime Smoker Awarded $225,000 After COPD Diagnosis

Verdict Search | January 22, 2019

The jury found the smoker 70 percent liable for her illness.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Parente v. Garas Constr., LLC

January 22, 2019

Defendants moved to dismiss plaintiffs' NJCRA action.
The Recorder |Case Digests

Conservatorship of Ribal

January 22, 2019

Defendant's prior payment of total judgment due precluded plaintiff's motion for costs of enforcement
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Hospital Media Network, LLC v. Henderson

January 21, 2019

Damages Award Excessive
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Smalling v. Pia

January 21, 2019

Court Awards Economic And Non-Economic Damages In Motor Vehicle Negligence Claim
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Gagliano v. Advanced Specialty Care PC

January 21, 2019

Plaintiffs' Appeal of Adverse Ruling to Supreme Court Did Not Toll Accrual of Postjudgment Interest
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Schwartz v. Main St. LI LLC

January 15, 2019

Factual Allegations Sufficiently State Defamation Claim, Dismissal Should Have Been Denied
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

M.S. Wholesale Plumbing, Inc. v. Gen-Kal Pipe & Steel Corp.

January 15, 2019

Defendants appealed the grant of plaintiff's motion to levy and sell defendant company's owner's real property.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Hodge v. Hanor

January 14, 2019

Appellant, Hodge, challenged a no-answer default taken against him by appellee, Hanor.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Robayo v. Rosso

January 14, 2019

Plaintiff appealed the grant of summary judgment to defendants in his action for allegedly negligent construction work in his building.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Stamler v. Miller

January 11, 2019

Plaintiff appealed from an order of final judgment entered following a jury trial that awarded him damages and found him 47% negligent in the motor-vehicle-accident, personal-injury matter.

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Brought to you & Sponsored By: Casepoint | March 11, 2019

Savvy law leaders should join this webcast to explore how inefficient and antiquated business operations are hindering success, areas to consolidate and streamline operations, and how emerging technologies can help achieve these operational efficiencies.

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How to Identify and Resolve High Exposure Claims Early

Sponsored by: NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) | February 13, 2019

Date: Thursday, March 21, 2019 Time: 2:00 p.m. EST |11 a.m. PST Cost: Complimentary Sponsored by: High…

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How to Identify the Right KPIs for eDiscovery Success

Sponsored by: Zapproved | January 28, 2019

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Time: 2:00 p.m. EST | 11 a.m. PST Cost: Complimentary Sponsored by: Everyone…

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