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By Michael A. Mora | May 2, 2024
The 89 lawsuits against a corporate defendant in 2023 that resulted in a nuclear verdict of at least $10 million is the largest number of such cases in a single year since 2009.
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By Elkan Abramowitz and Jonathan Sack | May 2, 2024
Campaign contributions can reflect genuine support for a candidate's positions and appreciation for ordinary aid to constituents. They can also become a bribe—that is, part of an illegal quid pro quo for political favors. What should the test be for deciding when a campaign contribution turns into a bribe?
11 minute read
By Abigail Adcox | May 1, 2024
Sidley Austin, Mitchell Sandler and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel have all tapped federal agencies to bolster their ranks.
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By Colleen Murphy | May 1, 2024
"The concern, of course, is that institutions, given a choice, will offer processes that are less robust. But this could be shortsighted on the part of institutions as fewer protections for accused students will inevitably lead to more litigation, which could lead to greater cost for institutions," Patricia Hamill, a member at Clark Hill, told Law.com.
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By Michael A. Mora | May 1, 2024
"You let the jury know about them and you bring them up first so when they hear it from the defense in the case, there aren't any surprises," said John Lukacs Jr., a partner at Raposo & Lukacs.
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By Jerry H. Goldfeder | May 1, 2024
Bar associations and a variety of civic groups across the country are working overtime to preserve our democratic norms and the rule of law—and these efforts are deep and broad.
6 minute read
By Joseph A. Zayas | May 1, 2024
Understanding how elections work is essential to any basic understanding of how democracies function. But New Yorkers, in my experience, know very little about how judges are chosen in our state, even though most people appreciate that the courts have a profound impact on their lives.
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By Frederick P. Schaffer | May 1, 2024
Consolidating city elections with races for president or governor is the easiest way to increase the number of New Yorkers voting in races for key city offices. Not only will this dramatically boost voter turnout, it will lead to a more diverse, inclusive electorate.
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By Norman St. George | May 1, 2024
As a court system, we must educate the public and our youth about the role of the Judiciary and the importance of our courts in our democratic system of government.
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By Richard C. Lewis | May 1, 2024
When more young people vote and get involved, more people listen to their voices. Part of the problem is that Americans—especially young voters—are overwhelmingly not informed about civics and how our government works.
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