Damages

Analysis of verdicts and settlements data

New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Veggacado v. Lordsworks Welding

December 13, 2018

Homeowners Prove Defects in Contractor's Work, Fail to Prove Dollar Amount of Damages
The Legal Intelligencer |News

Attorneys Accuse Archdiocese of Sowing Confusion About Victim Compensation Fund

Max Mitchell | December 11, 2018

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's compensation fund for victims of childhood sexual abuse has been lauded by many as a step in the right direction for survivors who face long odds when it comes to getting their day in court. But several attorneys said they are concerned about the fund's impact on access to justice.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Matter of Bd. of Mngrs of Westbury Terr. Condo v. Ringen

December 11, 2018

Petitioner Unable to Commence Suit Absent Estate Respresentative Being Appointed
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Dooley v. Peters

December 10, 2018

Court Has No Power to Enforce Settlement Agreement Purportedly Executed Prior to Commencement of Litigation
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

De Auto Transp., Inc. v. Eurolite, LLC, et al.

December 10, 2018

Trial Court Affirmed Where No Credible Evidence Of Lost Profits
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Union County Jury Awards $20 Million in Fetal Brain Injury Case

Charles Toutant | David Gialanella | Michael Booth | December 07, 2018

A Union County jury returned a $20 million verdict in a medical malpractice suit, Tapia v. Alam, on Oct. 24, though the plaintiff is to recover…
Litigation Daily |News

In $22M Suit, Beverly Hills Doctor Claims Dun & Bradstreet Credit Report Falsely Flagged Sex Crimes

Michael Booth | December 07, 2018

A Beverly Hills doctor is seeking more than $22 million in damages from business intelligence giant Dun & Bradstreet, claiming the New Jersey-based company defamed him by falsely documenting an arrest for sending sexually explicit material to an undercover cop posing as a teenager.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

NJ-Based Dun & Bradstreet Subject of California Doctor's Suit Claiming Credit Report Falsely Flagged Sex Crime

Michael Booth | December 07, 2018

A Beverly Hills doctor is seeking more than $22 million in damages from business intelligence giant Dun & Bradstreet, claiming the New Jersey-based company defamed him by falsely documenting an arrest for sending sexually explicit material to an undercover cop posing as a teenager.
The Recorder |News

Beverly Hills Doctor's Suit Claims Dun & Bradstreet Credit Report Falsely Flagged Sex Crimes

Michael Booth | December 07, 2018

A Beverly Hills doctor is seeking more than $22 million in damages from business intelligence giant Dun & Bradstreet, claiming the New Jersey-based company defamed him by falsely documenting an arrest for sending sexually explicit material to an undercover cop posing as a teenager.
Litigation Daily |News

Jury Awards $85M to Former New York Times Columnist Hit by Tour Bus

Jason Grant | December 06, 2018

A Manhattan Supreme Court jury has awarded an $85 million verdict to a former New York Times “Vows” columnist who was hit and severely injured by a double-decker tour bus in 2015.
New York Law Journal |News

Jury Delivers $85M Verdict to Former New York Times Columnist Hit by Tour Bus

Jason Grant | December 06, 2018

A Manhattan Supreme Court jury has awarded an $85 million verdict to a former New York Times “Vows” columnist who was hit and severely injured by a double-decker tour bus in 2015.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Keyspan Gas E. Corp. v. Sommer

December 06, 2018

No Legal Support Found for National Grid's Theories of Liability Against Property Owner
The Recorder |News

Class Action Wants PG&E to Pay for Wildfire Damages in California

Amanda Bronstad | December 05, 2018

The suit, filed by Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein and Edelson PC, is among the first class actions brought over California's wildfires last month.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

CEO Resigns in Wake of Court's Finding of Fraud in $115M Sale of Payment Processing Co.

Tom McParland | December 04, 2018

Isreali-based media firm Taptica International Ltd said late Monday that Hagai Tal was resigning after Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III in his opinion found that the executive had hidden key information from buyer Great Hill Equity Partners in order to position himself as chief executive of post-merger company BlueSnap Inc.
New York Law Journal |Analysis

First Department Relies on 'Kokesh' to Rule That SEC Disgorgement Is Barred From Coverage

Howard B. Epstein and Theodore A. Keyes | December 04, 2018

Corporate Insurance Law columnists Howard B. Epstein and Theodore A. Keyes write: While the 'Kokesh' ruling is not an insurance ruling, we wrote at the time (as did others) that it might very well have an impact on pending disputes over the insurability of disgorgement payments. The First Department took notice of the ruling and recently held, relying on Kokesh, that because SEC disgorgement constitutes a penalty, disgorged funds did not fall within the definition of loss under the insurance policies at issue.
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Stapas v. Giant Eagle, Inc.

December 04, 2018

Superior court erred in granting defendant a new trial on damages in plaintiff's negligence action because defendant's challenge was not grounded in the weight of the evidence but was a challenge to the jury verdict, which defendant waived by failing to object before the trial court dismissed the jury. Reversed.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Releasee 1 v. N.G.

December 04, 2018

Defendant appealed from the order enforcing a pre-litigation settlement agreement negotiated and consummated by the attorneys for plaintiffs and defendant.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Township Pays $1.5M, Holds Safety Day to Settle Suit Over Boy Killed by Police Vehicle

David Gialanella | Michael Booth | December 03, 2018

The family of a boy struck by a police vehicle while crossing the street was paid a $1.5 million settlement in a federal court suit, Estate of McCloskey…
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Solis v. SVZ

December 03, 2018

Solis was a 26-year-old supervisor at Chipotle when he repeatedly statutorily raped a 16-year-old girl, who was also a Chipotle employee.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Evanston Insurance v. Mid Continent Casualty

December 03, 2018

This matter involved a dispute between Mid-Continent Casualty Company, a primary liability insurer, and Evanston Insurance Company, an excess liability insurer, over the number of "accidents" that took place over a ten-minute period during which the insured's Mack truck struck four different vehicles and a toll plaza. In previous state court litigation, multi-million-dollar settlements were reached between the various claimants, but Mid-Continent refused to contribute more than $1 million toward the settlements of the final three coll
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Reny Cyr v. Edward Rocchetti

December 03, 2018

Court Grants Noneconomic Damages In Motor Vehicle Collision
New York Law Journal |Analysis

Here's a Good Judiciary Law §487 Question for the Second Circuit to Certify in 'Bounkhoun'

Anita Bernstein and John Crain | November 30, 2018

Which elements not expressly provisioned in Judiciary Law §487, if any, are necessary for a successful claim of treble damages?
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Stewart Title Guar. Co. v. All-Pro Title Group, LLC

November 29, 2018

Plaintiff appealed from the grant of summary judgment to defendant in plaintiff's malpractice complaint.
The Recorder |Case Digests

Morgan v. Davidson

November 29, 2018

Substantial evidence supported finding that beating was inflicted with malice
Daily Report Online |Case Digests

Frett v. State Farm Employee Workers' Compensation et al.

November 28, 2018

No workers compensation benefits for employee injured on a scheduled lunch break.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Chobor v. Twp. of Parsippany-Troy Hills

November 28, 2018

Plaintiffs appealed the grant of summary judgment to defendant township.
New York Law Journal |News

Brooklyn Jury Awards $11M to Struck Deliveryman, Though High-Low Caps Recovery

Jason Grant | November 27, 2018

A Brooklyn Supreme Court jury has awarded $11.03 million in damages to a deliveryman who was struck from behind by a car as he carted Mexican food on his motorized bike. But because of a “high-low agreement" between the parties, arrived at during a nearly two-week damages trial held this month, he will collect $3 million.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Time Warner Cable N.Y.C. LLC v. Fidelity Invs. Inst. Servs.

November 27, 2018

TWC Denied Summary Judgment as Motion Premature, Fact Issues on Liability Exist
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Dep't of Hous. Pres. & Dev. v. NYSandy12 CPB9 LLC

November 27, 2018

Dismissal For Vagueness Denied as No Deprivation of Due Process Found in Citations
The Recorder |Case Digests

John Russo Industrial Sheetmetal, Inc. v. City of Los Angeles Department of Airports

November 27, 2018

Defendant can be deemed prevailing party as to claim under California False Claims Act despite failure to prevail on plaintiff's other claims
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

JCB Incorporated v. The Horsburgh

November 26, 2018

The underlying lawsuit involves an issue of first impression relating to the statutory interpretation of the Texas Sales Representatives Act.
Texas Lawyer |Case Digests

Dunster Live v. Lonestar Logos

November 26, 2018

While the Court noted that this was the first Defend Trade Secrets Act case that has reached it, this appeal did not require any decision about trade secrets.
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Myrick v. Jack A. Halprin, Inc.

November 26, 2018

Evidence Insufficient to Support Greater Award of Noneconomic Damages in Wrongful Death Case
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Napoli-Bosse v. Thomson

November 26, 2018

Minimal Award of Damages Supported by Evidence At Trial
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Middlebury Attorney Secures $477,500 for 2 Clients Injured in Car Crash

Robert Storace | November 21, 2018

Waterbury residents Richard Sidbury and Ernest Swain have settled their lawsuit against the motorist who struck their car, causing injuries to both men. Sidbury received $165,000, while the more seriously injured Swain received $312,500.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Woman Rendered Incontinent After Medical Procedure Settles for $2 Million in Morris County

Charles Toutant | Michael Booth | November 21, 2018

A woman who developed urinary incontinence after undergoing gynecological surgery performed by a doctor who misstated his credentials agreed to a $2…
Daily Report Online |News

Uber Rider Sues Over Driver's 'Bizarre' Altercation With Motorist After Accident

Greg Land | November 21, 2018

The complaint said plaintiff Blessing Johnson was "shocked, horrified, and extremely scared and frightened" when her Uber driver got out and confronted the driver and passengers in another car after an accident.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Investors Resist Facebook's Bid to Dismiss Cambridge Analytica Data Breach Suit

Tom McParland | November 20, 2018

In a Chancery Court filing made public Monday, plaintiffs argued that deep conflicts on Facebook exposed the Facebook directors to serious liability for their role in allegedly hiding from users, investors—and the U.S. Congress—Facebook's practice of sharing private data with outside parties.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Investors Resist Facebook's Bid to Dismiss Cambridge Analytica Data Breach Suit

Tom McParland | November 20, 2018

Plaintiffs argue in a Chancery Court filing made public Monday that deep conflicts exposed the Facebook directors to serious liability for their role in allegedly hiding from users, investors—and the U.S. Congress—Facebook's practice of sharing private data with outside parties.
The Legal Intelligencer |Case Digests

Harris-Sawyer v. PRRC, Inc.

November 20, 2018

Court dismissed complaint brought under diversity jurisdiction where civil cover sheet indicated that corporate defendant's principal place of business was located in same state where plaintiff resided. Case dismissed without prejudice.
Daily Business Review |News

Miami Landlord, Property Manager Settle Housing Discrimination Claim for $25,000

Lidia Dinkova | November 19, 2018

Eric Bason sued for discrimination saying he was turned away from renting a North Miami apartment because he uses Section 8 vouchers to help pay rent.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Injured Bus Passenger Settles Bergen County Suit for $975,000

Michael Booth | David Gialanella | November 19, 2018

In Henry v. Community Coach, an Englewood woman will receive $975,000 as compensation for injuries she sustained when the bus on which she was riding…
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Tedesco v. Fieldstone Condo. Ass'n

November 19, 2018

Defendants moved to dismiss plaintiffs' complaint.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Barach v. Saban

November 16, 2018

Defendants appealed from two consolidated cases.
The Recorder |Case Digests

Copenbarger v. Morris Cerullo World Evangelism, Inc.

November 14, 2018

Party may recover attorney fees as damages for breach of settlement agreement
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Sex Discrimination Allegations Raised Against Executive at ABC Channel 8 Affiliate

Robert Storace | November 13, 2018

A former top human resources official at WTNH-TV, Channel 8, has filed a federal lawsuit alleging the station's vice president and general manager fired her because she was an older woman. She is seeking punitive and other damages.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Liberty Synergistics Inc. v. Microflo Ltd.

November 13, 2018

$271,363 Default Judgment in Counterclaimants' Favor Should Be Entered
Delaware Law Weekly |News

Family of Murdered Woman Fights Cabela's Bid to Toss Suit Over Alleged 'Straw' Gun Buy

Tom McParland | November 12, 2018

Attorneys for the shooting victim's family argued that the statute extended protections only to private, unlicensed gun sellers, to whom the 2013 rule change specifically applied. Those protections would not apply to a major retailer like Cabela's.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Couple Injured in Crash With Dump Truck Settle for $1.5 Million in Monmouth

Charles Toutant | David Gialanella | Michael Booth | November 12, 2018

A husband and wife who suffered back and neck injuries in a collision with a dump truck agreed to a $1.5 million settlement in their Monmouth County…
Daily Report Online |Case Digests

Adams v. Pinetree Trail Enterprises, LLC et al.

November 12, 2018

Basis of attorney fee award following voluntary dismissal cannot be vague or unspecific.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Washington v. U.S. Dept. of Justice

November 12, 2018

Plaintiff, a prisoner in a federal correctional institution, filed the present action for recovery of lost property.
The Legal Intelligencer |Commentary

In the Post-'Tincher' World, Is a Plaintiff's Comparative Fault a Defense?

Larry E. Coben | November 11, 2018

When Pennsylvania judicially adopted strict liability in tort for the manufacture, sale or lease of a defective product, it embraced Section 402A of the Restatement of Torts 2d.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Miller v. Kaminer

November 09, 2018

Manager's Deception Makes Her Personally Responsible for Customer's GBL §349 Damages
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Del. Supreme Court Vacates $17M Judgment in Contract Dispute Over 'Metal Cards'

Tom McParland | November 08, 2018

A three-judge panel of the high court said that CompoSecure would have another chance to argue that its contract with CardUX was void and unenforceable under New Jersey law.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

Ko v. Lee

November 08, 2018

Condo, Managing Agent Fail to Show Prima Facie Entitlement to Judgment in Damages Suit
Delaware Law Weekly |Case Digests

Camarillo Holdings LLC v. Amstel River Holdings, LLC

November 07, 2018

Remand granted where face of plaintiffs' complaint failed to give rise to any federal cause of action and where defendants' potential defenses under federal law were ineligible to create federal question jurisdiction.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Elevator Technician's On-the-Job Fall Leads to $2.03 Million Settlement in Middlesex

Charles Toutant | Michael Booth | November 05, 2018

An elevator technician who suffered knee, shoulder and back injuries in a job site fall agreed to a $2.03 million settlement in his Middlesex County…
The Recorder |Case Digests

Marteney v. Elementis Chemicals, Inc.

November 05, 2018

Pendency of appeal did not preclude amendment of complaint to add new plaintiffs
The Recorder |Case Digests

Olive v. General Nutrition Centers, Inc.

November 05, 2018

Plaintiff's dissatisfaction with damages award did not negate status as prevailing party for purposes of statutory award of fees and costs
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Paloti v. Lyght

November 05, 2018

The defendant appealed from a judgment entered against him in favor of the plaintiff.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Cichoski v. Turick

November 02, 2018

The plaintiff appealed from an order which granted summary judgement to the defendants and a separate order which denied the plaintiff's motion for reconsideration.
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Sending a Message: Arbitrator Multiplies Punitive Damages 25-Fold in Case Against Car Dealership

Robert Storace | November 01, 2018

A Naugatuck-based car dealer is on the losing end of a $261,596 arbitrator's decision. That arbitrator, Paul Nicolai, noted in his decision that this wasn't the first time A Better Way Wholesale Autos Inc. had been accused of deceptive practices.
New Jersey Law Journal |Analysis

Change in Voluntary Tender Statute and its Potential Impact on Workers' Compensation Claims

Robert R. Hanneman Jr. | November 01, 2018

On Aug. 24, the governor signed into legislation the removal of the voluntary tender credit for counsel fees.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

M.M. v. Port Auth. Trans-Hudson Corp.

November 01, 2018

The plaintiff was a former employee of the defendant Port Authority Trans-Hudson Corporation.
National Law Journal |News

Justices Frown on Cy Pres Settlements, but Fate Is Uncertain

Tony Mauro | October 31, 2018

As angry as the justices were about so-called cy pres settlements, a serious jurisdictional "standing" issue cropped up that could spoil the chances that a majority would put an end to the practice.
The Recorder |News

In Google Case, Justices Frown on Cy Pres Settlements but Leave Fate Uncertain

Tony Mauro | October 31, 2018

As angry as the justices were about so-called cy pres settlements, a serious jurisdictional "standing" issue cropped up that could spoil the chances that a majority would put an end to the practice.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Death of NJ Woman in College Eating Contest Prompts Civil Suit

Robert Storace | October 31, 2018

The mother of a 20-year-old New Jersey native who died after taking part in a school-sanctioned pancake-eating contest in March 2017 has sued the Connecticut university, arguing the contest was a "terribly dangerous idea."
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Katz v. AvalonBay Cmtys. Inc.

October 31, 2018

Plaintiffs moved for class certification in their purported class action arising from a building fire in a residential complex owed and operated by defendants.
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Student Died in Pancake-Eating Contest. Now Her Family Is Suing Sacred Heart University

Robert Storace | October 30, 2018

The family of a Sacred Heart University student who died after taking part in a pancake-eating contest is trying to bring awareness to the alleged dangers of such contests. It sued the university, claiming Sacred Heart is responsible for the March 2017 death of 20-year-old Caitlin Nelson.
New York Law Journal |Case Digests

E. Reg'l Med. Ctr. Inc. v. Fry

October 29, 2018

Decedent's Wife Liable for Default But Basis for Award Over Unpaid Medical Bills Lacking
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Dragone v. Victory Auto Sales, et al.

October 29, 2018

Plaintiff Could Not Prevail On Defamation Without Showing Of Malice Or Evidence Toward Special Damages
Connecticut Law Tribune |Case Digests

Muckle v. Pressley

October 29, 2018

Court Affirms Trial Court's Refusal to Award Prejudgment Interest to Owner of Vehicle that Was Hit by City Employee
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Bergen County Auto Case Settles on Eve of Trial for $1.63 Million

Michael Booth | David Gialanella | Charles Toutant | October 26, 2018

In Phillips v. Klein, a Teaneck woman is to receive $1.63 million as compensation for injuries she sustained in an auto accident.Plaintiff Lorna…
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

DiPaolo v. New Jersey Physicians United Reciprocal Exch.

October 26, 2018

In this bad faith action, the plaintiff sued his medical malpractice insurer, defendant New Jersey Physicians United Reciprocal Exchange, alleging that it did not make a good faith effort to settle the underlying medical malpractice suit within the policy limits.
New Jersey Law Journal |Case Digests

Joseph v. Vaydovsky

October 25, 2018

The case concerned alleged medical malpractice by a doctor employed by the Newark Community Health Center, who assisted the plaintiff in the birth of her child.
The Recorder |News

California Judge Slashes $200+ Million From Historic Roundup Verdict

Ross Todd | October 22, 2018

The ruling from San Francisco Superior Court Judge Suzanne Bolanos stopped short of tossing out all $250 million punitive damages awarded by the jury, but capped punitives at $39.25 million, equal to the amount of compensatory damages.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Settles Worker Accident Case for $2.28 Million

Michael Booth | Charles Toutant | David Gialanella | October 22, 2018

In Gosselin vs. PVSC Sewerage Commission, a former employee of a contractor for the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission is to receive $2.28 million…
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Musk, Tesla Board Sued in Del. Chancery Court Over CEO's 'Erratic Behavior'

Tom McParland | October 18, 2018

A Tesla shareholder has sued Elon Musk in the Delaware Court of Chancery over his recent pattern of "erratic behavior" and accused the company's directors of "gross mismanagement" for failing to monitor the outspoken CEO's statements on Twitter.
Daily Business Review |News

Ex-Trump Staffer Hires Hulk Hogan Lawyers for $100M Suit Over Stripper Abortion Report

Raychel Lean | October 18, 2018

"Millions of people read about how Miller tried to kill a woman, killed her unborn child, and beat another woman — none of which actually happened," said the complaint filed by former spokesman to the Trump campaign, Jason Miller, who is seeking $100 million from Gizmodo Media Group LLC over its reporting of what he says are false allegations.
New Jersey Law Journal |Analysis

Wrongful Death Actions: Familial Aspects that Can Increase Case Value

Andrew J. Rossetti and Dean E. Avgerinos | October 18, 2018

The goal of a trial attorney is to effectively highlight the family's pecuniary losses to the jury, in an effort to substantiate and increase the value of the claim.
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Costco Trip Ended in Permanent Brain Damage, According to Lawsuit in Connecticut

Robert Storace | October 17, 2018

Peter Aurigemma Jr. suffered serious injuries, including brain damage, at a Connecticut Costco in 2016, according to his complaint.
The Legal Intelligencer |News

Pa. Supreme Court Rejects New Bid to Lift Statutory Damages Cap

Max Mitchell | October 16, 2018

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has rejected a renewed effort to overturn the statutory damages cap that limits recovery against state agencies at $250,000.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

Del. Judge Upholds $4M Award Over Spacecraft Tech Contract

Tom McParland | October 16, 2018

U.S. District Chief Judge Leonard P. Stark of the District of Delaware on Monday declined to roll back the Jan. 12 verdict, which awarded Intuitive Machines cash and equity in Moon Express Inc. as a result of Moon Express' failure to complete work on the software underpinning its project.
Delaware Law Weekly |News

City, Former Officials Look to Extinguish Lawsuit Over Deadly 2016 Fire

Tom McParland | October 16, 2018

The city of Wilmington on Monday denied responsibility for the deaths of three firefighters in a 2016 blaze, which left three others injured and sparked a federal civil rights lawsuit targeting four former officials over the implementation of a controversial policy known as "rolling bypass."
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Struck Bicyclist Gets $3.6 Million Jury Verdict in Middlesex

Charles Toutant | Michael Booth | October 15, 2018

In Gonzalez v. Feldman, a Middlesex County jury awarded $3.6 million on Sept. 21 to a man who was struck by a car while crossing Route 18 in New Brunswick…
The Legal Intelligencer |

Parties Disputed Whether Tree Well Was a Dangerous Condition

VerdictSearch | October 11, 2018

On Dec. 15, 2012, plaintiff Joann Marino, an accountant in her 60s, tripped and fell when she stepped into a tree well on a mall sidewalk, in New Hope. She suffered fractures to both wrists.
The Recorder |News

Judge Tentatively Strikes $250M in Punitives From Roundup Verdict

Amanda Bronstad | October 10, 2018

San Francisco Superior Court Judge Suzanne Bolanos issued the tentative ahead of a hearing on Wednesday afternoon.
Daily Report Online |News

State High Court May Govern $5M Buckhead Bank Verdict Appeal

R. Robin McDonald | October 09, 2018

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in Atlanta has asked the Supreme Court of Georgia questions regarding the state's civil verdict apportionment law.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Woman Settles Sex Abuse Claims With School Board, Bus Company and Driver for $1.25M in Morris Co.

Michael Booth | David Gialanella | October 08, 2018

In a Morris County suit, Bishop v. Comperchio, a Sparta woman will receive $1.25 million as compensation for physical and emotional injuries she sustained…
The Recorder |

Sold That Volkswagen Pre-Emissions Scandal? You've Still Got a Possible Claim, Judge Rules

Amanda Bronstad | October 05, 2018

U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer refused to dismiss a class action on behalf of consumers who sold their Volkswagen vehicles before Sept. 18, 2015.
The Legal Intelligencer |

Man Awarded $1.275M in Parking Lot Slip-and-Fall

Max Mitchell | October 04, 2018

A Chester County, Pennsylvania, trial has resulted in an award of about $1.275 million for a man who suffered a broken ankle on Thanksgiving night 2014 in an icy parking lot outside his apartment.
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

IBM, Groupon Settle E-Commerce Patent Dispute for $57M

Tom McParland | October 02, 2018

Groupon has agreed to pay IBM $57 million to resolve their intellectual property dispute—one which resulted in an $82.5 million infringement jury verdict against Groupon for infringing four e-commerce patents dating back to the early days of the internet.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

Work Site Fall Leads to $5.6 Million Settlement in Union County

David Gialanella | Charles Toutant | October 01, 2018

A roofer who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a 40-foot fall agreed to a $5.6 million settlement in his Union County suit, Smith v. Blue Rock…
New Jersey Law Journal |Commentary

Reexamine the Offer of Judgment Rule

Law Journal Editorial Board | October 01, 2018

After the Supreme Court's Aug. 15 opinion in Wilner v. Vertical Realty, Inc., we believe the rule requires revision with respect to multi-defendant cases.
Daily Report Online |News

Appeals Court Upholds $422K Award for Spoiled Peaches

Katheryn Tucker | September 27, 2018

“It was a real shame what happened to those peaches,” winning lawyer Nowell Berreth, head of Alston & Bird's agriculture law practice. “When they are ripe and ready, they need to be picked.”
Delaware Business Court Insider |News

IBM Seeks Doubling of $82.5M Patent Infringement Verdict Against Groupon

Tom McParland | September 27, 2018

IBM has asked a federal judge in Delaware to double an $82.5 million jury verdict in July against Groupon for willfully infringing four patents dating back to the early days of the internet.
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Connecticut to Get $4.5M of Uber's $148M Settlement With States Over Data Breach

Robert Storace | September 26, 2018

Uber has agreed to a $148 million settlement over a delayed data breach involving its drivers. The agreement is with the 50 states and the District of Columbia.
New York Law Journal |Analysis

The End Is Near: Trade Secret Cases in the New York State Court System

Daniel B. Goldman and Sam M. Koch | September 26, 2018

Plaintiffs in trade secret cases that seek to measure damages by defendant's avoided costs, defendant's gains, or anything other than plaintiff's losses will now be incentivized to bypass the New York state court system for federal court
Delaware Law Weekly |News

Jury Hits Overstock.com With $3M Verdict in Del. Unclaimed Property Case

Tom McParland | September 24, 2018

A Delaware jury has returned a $3 million verdict in a whistleblower suit against Overstock.com, finding after just one hour of deliberation that the online retailer had avoided reporting abandoned gift card balances to state officials.
Connecticut Law Tribune |News

Middlebury Attorney Overcomes Client's Pre-existing Injuries to Win $228,000 Verdict

Robert Storace | September 24, 2018

A six-person jury Thursday awarded Gregory Croze $228,000 for injuries sustained in a 2016 crash with defendant Steven Hack.
New Jersey Law Journal |News

$10 Million Settlement for Double Amputation Following Bus Accident

Michael Booth | David Gialanella | Charles Toutant | September 24, 2018

A West Orange woman has received $10 million in Dertouzos v NJ Transit as compensation for having both legs amputated after being run over by a public…
The Recorder |Expert Opinion

#MeToo Takes Aim at Secret Settlements

Alexis McKenna | September 20, 2018

Long before the hashtag #MeToo became part of the national vernacular, corporations commonly wielded an effective weapon to keep workplace sexual harassment…
Connecticut Law Tribune |

Former Anchor Adrienne Lawrence Fights Sanctions Motion by ESPN in Sex Harassment Suit

Robert Storace | September 19, 2018

The legal battle in the sex harassment case of former sports anchor Adrienne Lawrence against ESPN continues as both sides attack each other's credibility. Lawrence claims the sports network engaged in a concerted effort to attack her on social media.
Daily Business Review |

City Faces $137M Claim From Crocker Partners on Stalled Midtown Boca

Lidia Dinkova | September 18, 2018

Crocker Partners is planning to sue the city a second time over changes in redevelopment plans.
New Jersey Law Journal |Commentary

'Portee' Rightly Applied to Same-Sex Partners

Law Journal Editorial Board | September 17, 2018

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Legalweek 2019

January 28, 2019 - January 31, 2019
New York, NY

Brings together all facets of the legal profession to address the key challenges facing the industry
GlobeSt. Philadelphia 2019

February 13, 2019
Philadelphia, PA

Connect with greater Philadelphia's elite commercial real estate professionals at the largest & longest running event in area.
Trust & Estates Litigation Forum 2019

March 07, 2019 - March 09, 2019
Girona

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How Legal Financing Benefits the Bottom Line

Sponsored by: Burford Capital | March 05, 2018

[ON-DEMAND] Learn about financing structures and pricing and how it helps firms remain competitive.

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Litigation Finance: A Tool to Improve Client Service & Profitability

Sponsored by Burford Capital | December 07, 2017

[ON-DEMAND] Join this webcast to learn what’s driving the five-fold growth of litigation finance and how it can improve your firm’s profitability.

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Demystifying Automation, Analytics, and Predictive Coding in E-Discovery

Sponsored by RVM Enterprises Inc. | November 16, 2017

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LOWENSTEIN SANDLER LLP

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