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Cardinal Dolan Calls for Independent Review Concerning Handling of Sex Abuse Cases

A few weeks after New York Attorney General launched a statewide investigation into how the Catholic dioceses of the state, including the Archdiocese of New York, have handled priest sex abuse cases, Cardinal Dolan of New York has appointed a former judge to review his…

By Joseph H. Saunders

/ 23 Sep 2018

Historic Sex Abuse Settlement in Brooklyn

In what the media is describing as the largest Catholic Church sex abuse settlement for an individual, the Diocese of Brooklyn has come to terms with four boys who were sexually abused by a lay teacher for $27.5 million. Angelo Serrano, who worked at St.…

By Joseph H. Saunders

/ 23 Sep 2018

J&J Videos Promoted Lighter Weight Mesh

Most meshes made for pelvic or hernia repair are heavy weight, small pore mesh. Small pore is considered anything one mm or less. Johnson & Johnson’s small pore, heavyweight mesh is known by its proprietary name Prolene. Whether used to treat incontinence in the form…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 22 Sep 2018

Do I Have a Title IX Claim?

What is Title IX? Title IX is the law that applies to sexual misconduct on college campuses and all schools that receive federal funds. It is a one-sentence law that says any educational program or activity that is receiving federal funds cannot discriminate on the basis of…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 20 Sep 2018

Supreme Court of Colorado Affirms Appeals Court Decision to Not Grant Prejudgment Interest After an Injury with an Uninsured Motorist

The Supreme Court of Colorado viewed a case named Munoz v. American Family Mutual Insurance Company on September 10, 2018. In this case, the court considered whether an insured motorist is entitled to receive prejudgment interest when he or she settles an uninsured motorist claim…

By T. Thomas Metier

/ 19 Sep 2018

Appeals Court of Arizona Affirms Decision to Refuse a Class Action Decision Against an Insurance Company

The Appeals Court of Arizona reviewed Ferrara v. 21st Century N. Am. Ins. CO. The appellant, Cynthia Ferrara, requested review of the trial court’s denial of her motion for class certification made by Rule 23, Ariz. R. Civ. P. The appeals court affirmed after finding…

By T. Thomas Metier

/ 17 Sep 2018

Gas Explosion in Massachusetts Shuts Down Region

A series of natural gas explosions rocked the Merrimack Valley Thursday evening leading to the evacuation of large sections of Lawrence, Andover, and North Andover. Massachusetts State Police say there were over 70 reports of explosions, fires, and gas investigations. Fire crews from across the…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 17 Sep 2018

Gas Explosion in Massachusetts Shuts Down Region

Colorado Court of Appeals Views Case Involving UIM Benefits After a Car Accident With a Negligent Driver

In Bailey v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, the Court of Appeals of Colorado reviews an opinion between Bruce Bailey and State Farm. The plaintiff, Bailey, appeals the trial court’s order granting a motion for a judgment entry in favor of the defendant, State…

By T. Thomas Metier

/ 12 Sep 2018

Nevada Court of Appeals Reviews Case Involving a Warrantless Search of Property After a Hit-and-Run Car Accident with Personal Injury

The Court of Appeals of Nevada reviewed a case named Lastine v. State, which was filed on August 30, 2018. The appellant is Andrew Robert Allen Lastine, and the defendant will be represented by the state of Nevada. Under the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution…

By T. Thomas Metier

/ 10 Sep 2018

Is It Sexual Harassment? You Be the Judge!

Listen in for an informative interview about sexual harassment with an exciting guest: NC Court of Appeals Judge Lucy Inman. Judge Inman gives us a crash course on appeals courts, and explains what a “strong case” looks like for a victim of sexual abuse or…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 10 Sep 2018

Is It Sexual Harassment? You Be the Judge!

DUI Deaths Are Down Nationally, yet Nevada Still Ranks High

Recent national headlines have shared a heartbreaking story that happened right here in the Silver State—a 25-year-old woman accused of driving under the influence wrecked into another vehicle at reportedly more than double the posted speed limit (103 mph in a 45 mph zone) resulting…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 10 Sep 2018

Appeals Court of Arizona Reviews Police Dog Bite Negligence Claim

The appeals court of Arizona reviewed a case named Ryan v. Napier, which was filed on August 23, 2018. The case involves plaintiff Susan E. Ryan as the administrator of the estate of Brian McDonald as well as Mark Napier, the Pima County Sheriff, and…

By T. Thomas Metier

/ 6 Sep 2018