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Landlord & Tenant
A look at several major cases.
Development
Analysis of several key cases that affect your practice.
Parkland Reservation: The 'Findings' Requirement
Local governments that merely impose statutory park and recreation fees as a matter of course are cautioned to review their laws and their practices ...
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Case Notes
Recent significant rulings are discussed.
Practice Tip: Personal Jurisdiction from Abroad
When a consumer is injured and seeks to recover damages from the manufacturer, can the consumer's home state exercise jurisdiction over the manufacturer? A look at recent cases.
Features
CPSC Poised to Change Voluntary Recall Process
The CPSC has proposed an "interpretive rule" that would standardize voluntary recall notices. This article explores the most significant proposed changes and the implications for regulated firms if the CPSC adopts the rule.
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Decisions of Interest
Analysis of recent important rulings.
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NJ & CT News
What's happening in neighboring states.
Features
Considering Transfer Taxes
When negotiating the distribution of marital property, tax consequences must always be taken into account. Here's what you need to know.
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<i>Online Extra</i>Cost of Target Data Breach: $61M ' So Far
The recent massive data breach at Target Corp. so far has saddled the retail giant with a $61 million tab ' one that could rise in the future, the company said on Feb. 26.
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