Something’s Missing in Fear-Mongering Editorial on Arbitration
Something is missing from Bruce Stern’s November 27 guest editorial in the Star Ledger lambasting arbitration - a recognition that there is really no such thing as “forced arbitration.”
Assembly Committee Taking Up Liability Laden Credit Check Bills
On Monday, December 14, 2015, at 10:00 AM, the Assembly Labor Committee is holding a hearing on a package of bills that would prohibit employers from conducting credit history checks on employees and job applicants.
Testimony on Bad Faith Bill Highlights Need for Engagement
On December 10, the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee held an informational hearing on A231, which would create a private cause of action for bad faith in settlement of certain insurance claims. NJCJI testified against the bill, which would have devastating effects for New Jersey's business community and raise insurance premiums for most New Jersey residents.
Cast Your Vote for 2015’s Most Ludicrous Lawsuit
A lot of ridiculous lawsuits were filed in New Jersey this year, but only one can be crowned 2015’s Most Ludicrous Lawsuit. Cast your vote now for this year’s “winner.”
Oral Arguments Reveal Court Considering More Changes to Arbitration Law
On December 2, the New Jersey Supreme Court held oral arguments in an arbitration case that is shaping up to be a follow-up to last year’s groundbreaking ruling in U.S. Legal Services Group, L.P. v. Atalese. It was clear from the oral arguments that our state’s high court is not done tinkering with the rules governing arbitration.
NJCJI Applauds Court’s Commitment to the Rule of Law in Complex Medical Malpractice Case
The New Jersey Supreme Court has today released its opinion in the interesting medical malpractice case, DeMarco v. Stoddard. Rather than overturning existing law on the weak argument that medical malpractice insurance should be treated like auto insurance, the court took a strong stand against fraud and for strict statutory construction, holding 5-2 that the statutory law governing this area is clear, and cannot be brushed aside by public policy concerns.
Learn More About the NJ Supreme Court’s Latest Arbitration Case
On Thursday, December 3, at noon, the New Jersey Civil Justice Institute is holding a policy teleforum on Morgan v. Sanford Brown Inst., a case that will provide greater insight into what direction the New Jersey courts are heading in arbitration cases. The featured speaker will be Gavin J. Rooney of Lowenstein Sandler LLP, the lead author of NJCJI’s amicus brief in this case.
Don’t Let This Happen to You
If you participated in one of the New Jersey Civil Justice Institute’s CLE events (or an event sponsored by us when we were known as the New Jersey Lawsuit Reform Alliance), and need a copy of the certificate of attendance for your records before the upcoming reporting deadline, please contact Emily Kelchen, NJCJI’s Director of Public Affairs, as soon as possible.
If You Can’t Beat ‘Em… Sue ‘Em?
As traditional taxis have lost market share to ride-sharing aps they have gone on the offensive. Legislative and regulatory tactics have failed to stop people from flocking to companies like Uber and Lyft, and PR campaigns designed to deter riders from embracing new technology have fallen flat, but the sharing economy may yet meet its demise. There are a number of lawsuits working their way through the court system that would undermine the business model that is toppling the taxi cartel.