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Will the CT Supreme Court Reinvent Design Defect Law?

Jeremy H. D'Amico & Michael A. D'Amico

<b><i>Part Two of a Two-Part Article</b></i><br>A continuation of the discussion regarding the fact that the Connecticut Supreme Court is currently considering whether the state should abandon its traditional strict product liability standard for design defect claims and replace it with section 2(b) of the Restatement (Third) of Torts, which requires plaintiffs to prove the manufacturer's foreseeability of harm, and prove the effectiveness of a reasonable alternative design in order to recover damages for product-caused injuries.

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Snakes in the Jury Box: The 'Reptile Method' and How To Defeat It Image

Snakes in the Jury Box: The 'Reptile Method' and How To Defeat It

Marilyn Moberg, Alexis Rochlin, Alayna Jehle & Rick Fuentes

This article provides an overview of the "reptile method," why it can be successful if not rebutted, and some ideas on how a defendant can present a more fulsome story about its good conduct, actual legal obligations and the facts to the jury.

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In the case of <i>Caltagirone v. Cephalon</i>, Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Judge Denis P. Cohen has granted the plaintiff the right to subpoena documents concerning pharmaceuticals manufacturer Cephalon from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern Dirstrict of Pennsylvania. Here's an analysis of the ruling.

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Third-Party Money Launderers

Justin du Rivage

Each year, the U.S. government secures more than 1,200 money-laundering convictions. Now, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), at least, is setting its sights with renewed vigor on those who help criminal organizations and terrorists conceal billions in illicit funds.

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FinTech Pressure on Equipment Finance Companies Serving SMB Markets<br><b><i><font="-1">Challenges and Opportunities</b></i></font>

Brett Boehm & Patricia M. Voorhees

This article discusses the initial impact of FinTechs and resulting opportunities and challenges, including strategies for recovering non-performing loans and leases within the fast-paced FinTech business model.

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Work Letter 'What Ifs': Practical Solutions to Possible Problems

Melissa Vandewater

<b><i>Part One of a Two-Part Article</b></i><br>The work letter agreement of the lease sets forth the rights and obligations of the landlord and the tenant relating to the construction of improvements at the leased premises. To help anticipate problems and mitigate associated risks, this two-part article summarizes six "what if" scenarios that should be considered by landlords and tenants when negotiating Work Letters.

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Criminal Immigration Enforcement vs. Employers: Will It Be the New Normal?

Jacqueline C. Wolff

Increased enforcement of the immigration laws that impact on the hiring of employees is on the horizon.

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David vs. Goliath

M. Rosie Rees & Tamara K. Hibbard

<b><i>How to Handle the Right of First Refusal of a Single Parcel in a Multiple-Parcel Package Deal</b></i><p>It is best for all parties to avoid litigation by clearly addressing the possibility of a transfer of more than just the property that is the subject of the right when that property is part of a larger parcel, or could be part of a package deal.

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Navigating the Bankruptcy Court's Power to Modify a Secured Creditor's Lien

David M. Hillman & James T. Bentley

This article focuses on the impact of the Bankruptcy Code's section 552, which addresses the effect of a bankruptcy filing on property acquired by the debtor after the filing of the bankruptcy case (referred to as "after-acquired property") and proceeds of pre-bankruptcy collateral.

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Make-Whole Mayhem

Jeffrey R. Gleit & Nathaniel R.B. Koslof

<i><b>Uncertain Treatment of Make-Whole Premiums Upon Bankruptcy-Induced Acceleration and Redemption of Indentures</b></i><p>Recently, tempted by attractive interest rates, certain borrowers have sought to use the bankruptcy process to shield themselves from their obligations to pay make-whole premiums contemplated by their indenture documents. Although certain courts have allowed crafty borrowers to shed unwanted make-whole obligations through the bankruptcy process, other courts refuse to sanction such manipulation.

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