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State Department Steps Up Passport Revocations for Child Support Debt - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
6+ day, 15+ hour ago (27+ words) On May 7, 2026, the U. S. State Department issued a press release stating that effective May 8, 2026, in conjunction with the Department of Health and...
Delaware Court Affirms Common Law Subrogation Rights for Out-of-State Insurers - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
4+ day, 21+ hour ago (25+ words) In a significant ruling for insurance practitioners, the Court of Common Pleas for the State of Delaware recently clarified the boundaries of the state's...
When a Hike Turns Deadly: Understanding "Alpine Divorce" Through a Legal Lens - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (781+ words) Like many of us, I spend way too much time each day reading the news feed on my phone. Recently I came across an article about "alpine divorce." Of When a Hike Turns Deadly: Understanding "Alpine Divorce" Through a Legal…...
Delaware Industrial Accident Board Rejects Attempt to Expand Compensable Shoulder Claim - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (352+ words) Search for: Search Entire Site The Delaware Industrial Accident Board recently issued a defense decision in favor of C&S Wholesale Grocers, reinforcing an important limitation on compensability under Delaware workers" compensation law. Acceptance of an initial injury does not…...
New Jersey Slip and Fall Update - The Ongoing Storm Rule/Defense - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (286+ words) Search for: Search Entire Site When the weather outside is frightful, certain property owners can now enjoy their fireplaces and hot cocoa a little longer before running for the salt and snow shovels. Finally, a nice clear, predictable, defense friendly…...
Navigating Liability Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90): How Being a Responsible Party Impacts Your Business - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (225+ words) Search for: Search Entire Site 1. What is OPA 90? 2. Expansive Scope of Liability 3. Strict and Joint Liability 4. Broad Range of Recoverable Damages 5. Who Can Sue? 6. Defenses Are Limited In today's complex regulatory climate, environmental compliance is not just the best practice,…...
Five Fresh New York Third Dept. Workers' Comp Rulings, and a Cherry on Top - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (1163+ words) Five new workers' compensation decisions dropped from the 3rd Dept today, and this update also provides the scoop on a decision from last week. Troiano v. Five Fresh New York Third Dept. Workers" Comp Rulings, and a Cherry on Top Five new…...
Pennsylvania Superior Court Affirms PSQIA Privilege, Limits MCARE Protection in Boyle Decision - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (245+ words) Search for: Search Entire Site On appeal to the Superior Court, the defendants argued that the trial court had erred in (1) ordering production of the PSRS report that defendants claimed was privileged under MCARE and (2) requiring production of patient safety…...
COVID Claims and Career Dreams Collide with Legal Reality in Recent 3rd Dept. Cases - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (700+ words) The Appellate Division handed down two decisions on Oct. 30: 1. Angelo v. Southwestern Central School: The 3rd Dept. is still dealing with COVID-19 cases. COVID Claims and Career Dreams Collide with Legal Reality in Recent 3rd Dept. Cases The Appellate Division handed down two…...
Key Witnesses and Critical Distance: Tranter Reaffirms Venue Transfer Standards - Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (116+ words) Search for: Search Entire Site The Trial Court's Decision & PA Superior Court's Ruling The Superior Court reversed the trial court, remanding case back to Philadelphia County. Appeal to the PA Supreme Court Defendants UPS, Fed Ex, and Penske each separately…...