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Malfunction Theory - Jurisdictions Comparative Chart 50 State Summary on Malfunction Theory

March 21, 2018

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

This document summarizes the 50 states’ opinions on malfunction theory. It explains if the state has a theory of circumstantial evidence to prove a product defect, whose authority it is under, the standard of proof, and if there is any authority involving products that have caused fires.


Pa. PUC Converts Commission-Approved Rates into Temporary Rates in Wake of Tax Act [Utility, Environmental & Energy Alert]

March 19, 2018

Publication - Utility & Energy

Jonathan Nase discusses the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission' temporary rates order that converted commission-approved rates of most large Pennsylvania public utilities into “temporary rates” for a period of six months in response to the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.


Latest Decision on Intersection of Reclamation Rights and DIP Liens

March 19, 2018

Publication - Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Restructuring

Simon Fraser, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Restructuring Department, wrote an article for the American Bankruptcy Institute Journal focusing on reclamation rights and DIP liens.


FAA’s Automated UAS Approval System — A Significant Step Forward [Aviation Alert]

March 19, 2018

Publication - Aviation Litigation, Aviation Regulatory, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) / Drones - Aviation

Bill Walsh discusses the FAA's LAANC system, next steps in implementing it nationwide, and how this will impact the drone industry and lead to the day of the drones.


The New York Note – Friday, March 16

March 16, 2018

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

This Week in New York – Preliminary Budget Hearings, Chief Technology Officer Steps Down, and a Legislation Update


April 2018 Visa Bulletin Has Been Released – EB-1 India and China Will Retrogress [Immigration Alert]

March 16, 2018

Publication - Immigration Policy & Strategy

Fran Rayer discusses significant changes in the visa availability for Indian and Chinese nationals in the employment-based first-preference category (EB1).


Criminal Restitution and Recovery by Insurance Cos [Jurisdictions Comparative Chart]

March 15, 2018

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

Criminal Restitution and Recovery by Insurance Companies - Jurisdictions Comparative Chart


Joint and Several Liability [Jurisdictions Comparative Chart]

March 15, 2018

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

Joint and Several Liability - Jurisdictions Comparative Chart -Doctrine of Joint and Several Liability: One liable party may be held responsible for the entire amount of damages caused by all liable parties. Doctrine of Several Liability: All liable parties may be held responsible for damages only in proportion to their respective percentages of fault. Table properties: Law, Exception(s), Authority.


Federal Judge to Rule on “Fundamental Clash” Between PA’s Medical Marijuana Act and Federal Law [Cannabis Alert]

March 15, 2018

Publication - Cannabis

Thomas G. Wilkinson and Thomas M. O’Rourke discuss a case pending in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania that could seriously undermine the ability of medical marijuana businesses to operate.


U.S. Companies with Foreign Ownership Face Reporting Deadline [International Alert]

March 14, 2018

Publication - International

Barbara Müller discusses the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) requirement that all U.S. entities with 10 percent or more foreign ownership file a mandatory benchmark survey called Form BE-12 by May 31, 2018 (June 30, 2018, if the survey is filed via the BEA’s online system).


Harassment Training in #MeToo Era Moves From Computers to Classrooms

March 14, 2018

News - Labor & Employment

David Barron, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Labor & Employment department spoke with Bloomberg Law about the involvement of the human resources department with anti-harassment programs at work.


Philly Council panel wants to develop workplace guidelines on medical marijuana

March 14, 2018

News - Labor & Employment - Cannabis

George Voegele, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Labor & Employment department, was invited to discuss the intersection of medical marijuana and the law during a session at Philadelphia City Hall.


Jeff Greenspan Named Subcommittee Chair of News and Development and Web Editor for the Trial Practice Committee for the Section of Litigation of the ABA

March 14, 2018

Press Release - Commercial Litigation

Chicago attorney Jeff Greenspan, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Litigation Department, has been named Subcommittee Chair of News and Development and Web Editor for the Trial Practice Committee for the Section of Litigation of the American Bar Association.


Jennifer Brandt Talks Recent Fertility Clinic Malfunctions

March 13, 2018

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt, co-chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, joined Good Day Philadelphia to help viewers understand the larger picture of recent fertility clinic failures.


U.S. Supreme Court: Reporting to the SEC Is a Prerequisite for Dodd-Frank’s “Whistleblower” Anti-Retaliation Protection

March 11, 2018

Publication - Commercial Litigation

Jeffrey Greenspan, Subcommittee Chair of News and Development and Web Editor for the Trial Practice Committee for the Section of Litigation of the ABA, authored, "U.S. Supreme Court: Reporting to the SEC Is a Prerequisite for Dodd-Frank’s “Whistleblower” Anti-Retaliation Protection."


Your Storm-Related Insurance and Employment Questions

March 11, 2018

News - Labor & Employment

David Hackett, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Labor & Employment department, joined NBC10 Philadelphia on Live at Issue to answer questions on how a storm can impact employees.


The New York Note – Friday, March 9

March 09, 2018

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

This Week in New York – DoITT’s Design RFP, A Nightlife Mayor, New School Chancellor & Next Week’s City Council Hearings


Jennifer Brandt Discusses Football Custody Dispute with Good Day Philadelphia

March 09, 2018

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt, co-chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, discussed a Pittsburgh father's decision to go to court to prevent his son from playing high school football.


Maryland Law Alum And Chief Culture Officer Lynnette Espy-Williams On Honing Your Craft, Finding A Mentor, And Changing Cities [Above the Law]

March 09, 2018

News

Lynnette Espy-Williams, Cozen O'Connor's Chief Culture Officer, spoke with Above the Law about her new role in the firm and shared her thoughts on moving to Washington, D.C., advice for those just starting out on their career journeys, and strategies for finding mentors and sponsors in the workplace.


Pre/Post Judgement Interest [Jurisdictions Comparative Chart]

March 07, 2018

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

Jurisdictions Comparative Chart - Pre/Post Judgement Interest. This document contains a chart listing the type of action payable, the accrual date, and the interest rate for rejudgement interest for each state in the U.S.

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