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Landlord & Tenant
May 25, 2011
In-depth commentary on recent high-profile rulings.
Development
May 25, 2011
An important ruling is discussed.
Casado: The Court of Appeals Reinforces RGB Authority
May 25, 2011
There has been much confusion as to the jurisdiction of the City and State to regulate rents. At least some of this confusion has been dispelled by the Court of Appeals' recent decision in <i>Casado v. Markus<i>, 16 N.Y.3d 329 (2011).
Decisions of Interest
May 25, 2011
Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.
NJ & CT News
May 25, 2011
what's happening in neighboring states.
Mining Social Media Gold
May 25, 2011
The widespread use of social media has made it easier to gather evidence for many types of litigation, and the matrimonial field is no exception.
E-Mail and the Attorney-Client Privilege
May 25, 2011
How confidential are e-mails between a client and his or her attorney that are sent and received by the client through use of his employer's e-mail system?
Life Insurance
May 25, 2011
Why would a court not require a custodial parent to maintain life insurance for the benefit of his or her child? An in-depth discussion.
Business Crimes Hotline
May 24, 2011
Several verdicts of interest.
In the Courts
May 24, 2011
A look at major litigation of importance.

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