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He Who Steals My Trash Pays Cash?
May 29, 2008
In this rather odd sentencing case, the Eighth Circuit trashed the restitution order that had been imposed by the District Court for the District of North Dakota on janitorial supervisor James A. Chalupnik. <i>United States v. Chalupnik,</i> 2008 WL 268997 (8th Cir. Feb. 1, 2008). Here's a discussion of the case.
Enforcement Issues Raised By Geographically Descriptive Marks
May 29, 2008
How do famous, but geographically descriptive, trademarks impact the ability of second-comers to trade off the fame of the location? A look at a recent ruling on this issue.
Decisions of Interest
May 29, 2008
Recent rulings of importance to you and your practice.
NJ & CT News
May 29, 2008
What's happening in neighboring states.
The Marital Residence
May 29, 2008
Crucial to any division of the marital residence (or other assets) is an understanding of the tax consequences attendant thereto. Unfortunately, relevant tax issues are at times not addressed by the parties or the court, resulting in further litigation over the allocation of tax debt.
Hearsay Evidence in Custody Cases
May 29, 2008
The rule against hearsay often presents roadblocks for counsel in contested custody and visitation cases, especially where the custodial parent frequently remarries or lives with a new partner. Understanding the rule and its implications is critical to the effective representation of a client in a custody matter.
Psychological Fundamentals of Aggressive Custody Litigation
May 29, 2008
When child custody is contested, there are times when aggressive litigation is unavoidable. In such circumstances, how one approaches the litigation can vary substantially from case to case and from attorney to attorney.
Verdicts
May 29, 2008
Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.
Drug & Device News
May 29, 2008
Recent developments in this key arena.
Med Mal News
May 29, 2008
The latest news you need to know.

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