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Case Notes
July 02, 2014
An in-depth look at several key rulings.
Arbitrating Against Non-Signatories
July 02, 2014
Arbitration is a creature of contract, made between consenting parties. As such, it is generally thought that those who have not signed an arbitration agreement cannot be compelled to arbitrate. While that is often the case, like most legal rules, it has its exceptions. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has recognized five of them.
Drug & Device News
July 02, 2014
Recent news of importance.
Same-Sex Marriages, Paternity and Blended Families
July 02, 2014
This article discusses the current trends in family structure, and provides insight into ever-changing considerations.
Insurer 's Conduct When No Bad Faith Is Pleaded
July 02, 2014
In what has commonly become known as the <I>Koken</I> decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court held that the Pennsylvania Insurance Department "does not possess the authority to require mandatory binding arbitration for UM and UIM disputes."
Divorce in the Red Zone
July 02, 2014
When it comes to divorce, the importance of putting a case into a conceptual and structured financial framework in which the various parties can quickly and easily engage cannot be overestimated.
S. Ct. Resolves 'Raging' Debate Over the Use of the Laches Defense
July 02, 2014
The Supreme Court in <i>Petrella v. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc.</i>, recently resolved a split amongst the circuit courts in a 6-3 decision, holding that the equitable doctrine of laches could not be invoked to preclude a claim for damages within the statute of limitations for copyright cases.
Cyberattacks Push Companies to Specialty Insurance Policies
July 02, 2014
As insurers refine coverage defenses and expand exclusions for cyber events, business will have to turn to specialty cyber policies for protection against data theft or loss.
General Schemes vs. Specific Claims
July 02, 2014
The <I>qui tam</I> provisions of the False Claims Act, which allow private individuals ("relators") to bring suit on behalf of the federal government and keep a percentage of the proceeds, continue to be some of the most potent weapons in the government's antifraud arsenal.
Accommodation of Religious Grooming and Garb in the Workplace
July 02, 2014
On March 6, 2013 the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued new guidance in the form of a fact sheet and question-and-answer sheet on religious garb and grooming in the workplace. Here is what you need to know.

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