'Gatekeeping' Expands in Two Jurisdictions
This article explores two noteworthy decisions from 2012 by the Supreme Courts of California and Pennsylvania that break away from the narrow <I>Frye</I> test, clearly mandate active gatekeeping responsibility for trial judges, and broaden the scope of inquiries into expert scientific testimony.
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Real Property Law
In-depth analysis of key rulings that affect your practice.
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Development
A ruling about an area variance.
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Cooperatives & Condominiums
A look at a recent case of interest.
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Escrow Closing Mechanics
These days, most closings are conducted through a depository intermediary, usually the title company. This article seeks to examine just what this development has brought us, and what new precautions practitioners should consider.
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The New Estate-Planning Environment
Two recent events have dramatically changed the face of estate planning and each will have a significant impact on divorces for years ' likely decades ' in the future.
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Interest on Distributive Awards
Last month, the author discussed when and how prejudgment interest is awarded in matrimonial actions. He now turns to post-judgment interest.
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The Supreme Court and Same-sex Marriage
In the last day of its October 2012 Term, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down two historic decisions that were immediately hailed as victories for supporters of same-sex marriage.
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