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PA Victims Can't Recover Punitive Damages From Insurer, 3rd Says
By Casey C. Sullivan, Esq. | Last updated on
Victims in Pennsylvania who have been awarded punitive damages cannot collect damages against their tortfeasor's insurer, the Third Circuit ruled last Friday....
3rd Circ. Judge Restrepo Is Finally Near Confirmation
By Peter Clarke, JD | Last updated on
The confirmation hearing went well for Judge L. Felipe Restrepo in early June. After long delays for Judge Restrepo, it shouldn't be long before the 3rd...
Curses, Stereotypes Aren't Pros' Misconduct in Medicare Fraud Case
By Casey C. Sullivan, Esq. | Last updated on
The operator of a home hospice care company had his Medicare fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering convictions upheld by the Third Circuit recently. Matthew...
3rd Circuit Dismisses Chaka Fattah Jr.'s Appeal
By Peter Clarke, JD | Last updated on
Chaka Fattah Jr. just wanted to start an education company. Now he's facing a slew of legal issues, including a 23-count indictment. Fattah Jr., son of the...
No Anticipatory Invocation of Miranda, Says Penn. Sup. Ct.
By Mark Wilson, Esq. | Last updated on
Ever since Miranda v. Arizona, the right to remain silent, and its companion, the right to have an attorney present during questioning, has been walked back...
Sanctioned Firm Seeks to Stop Court From Questioning Clients
By Casey C. Sullivan, Esq. | Last updated on
A large class action law firm has filed a writ of mandamus with the Third Circuit, seeking to prevent a court appointed special master from interviewing its...
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