September 17, 2020 Update. On September 16, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) published revisions and clarifications to its Temporary Rule (“Rule”) implementing the provisions of the […]
‘No-Never,’ or ‘Yes-Always:’ Judge Weighs State, Federal Requirements for Punitive Damage Claim in Initial Complaint
A federal judge in Missouri recently rejected Valvoline’s attempts to apply state law requirements as to whether punitive damage claims can be included in a plaintiff’s initial complaint. […]
California Supreme Court Rejects State Bar’s Initial Plan for New Bar Exam
The California Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily blocked the state bar from rolling out a new bar exam written by Kaplan Exam Services, raising questions about the February […]
Kirkland’s $40 Million Haul from Rite Aid Bankruptcy Doubles Initial Compensation for Opioid Victims
After a contentious eight-month process that involved settlements with lenders, creditors and the U.S. Department of Justice, as well as more than 1,600 lawsuits suing the pharmacy for […]
Mass. High Court Clarifies Role in Assessing Initial Statement of Damages
In an issue evaluating procedures at the trial court level, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently held that General Law c. 218, Section 19A restricts a District or Boston Municipal Court from […]