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General Personal Jurisdiction: Daimler AG v. Bauman
This article provides an overview of the Supreme Court's general-jurisdiction doctrine, discusses the recent decision in <I>Bauman</I>, and assesses the likely impact of the decision going forward.
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Real Property Law
In-depth analysis of important rulings.
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Landlord & Tenant
Discussion of several important cases.
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Eminent Domain Law
Discussions about prior zoning classification, and condemning of property.
The Scope of the 'Mandatory Settlement Conference' Requirement for Mortgage Foreclosures
In response to skyrocketing foreclosures, the New York legislature enacted CPLR 3408. A recent case explores the statute's limits.
Decisions of Interest
Several rulings of importance are discussed.
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NJ & CT News
What's happening in neighboring states.
Features
Case Tests Limits of Child-Abduction Treaty
The U.S. Supreme Court recently waded into the emotionally weighted arena of international child abductions in a battle between Columbian parents over a little girl now living in the United States.
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Parental Illness and Custody
To what extent can a parent's illness have a bearing on a pending custody decision or existing custody arrangement?
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