A reminder on how to accurately determine quantum in motor vehicle collisions.

This blog was co-authored with Jason Hudson, Candidate Attorney.

In February 2023, the Northwest High Court revisited the methods for determining damages suffered to a motor vehicle.

The plaintiff claimed a total of R185 056 in damages for collision damage to a motor vehicle. Despite a judgment on merits being granted in favour of the plaintiff in the Magistrates’ Court, it was held that the plaintiff had failed to prove the quantum of the damages on the motor vehicle.… Read the rest

Outspoken critic on Texas city council seeks to revive lawsuit over retaliatory arrest

Outspoken critic on Texas city council seeks to revive lawsuit over retaliatory arrest

Share

The Petitions of the Week column highlights a selection of cert petitions recently filed in the Supreme Court. A list of all petitions we’re watching is available here.

Four years ago, the Supreme Court ruled in Nieves v. Bartlett that a plaintiff who alleges he was arrested in retaliation for speech protected by the First Amendment must show that police lacked probable cause to arrest him. However, the decision carved out an exception to deal with situations in … Read the rest

Why Small and Mid-Size Law Firms Should Hire a Fractional Marketing Director

Have you considered the power of hiring a fractional marketing director?

Marketing plays a vital role in attracting clients, enhancing brand visibility and driving business growth.

However, many small and mid-size law firms face the challenge of limited resources and time constraints, making it difficult to implement effective marketing strategies. That’s where a fractional marketing director/outsourced CMO like me comes in.

Here are a few compelling reasons why your should consider hiring a fractional marketing director:

  1. Expertise without Breaking the
Read the rest

Supreme Court cabins reach of aggravated identity theft statute

Supreme Court cabins reach of aggravated identity theft statute

Share

The defendant in the case, David Dubin, was convicted of health care fraud for overbilling Medicaid while working as the managing partner of a psychological services company. The government also charged Dubin with aggravated identity theft, which carries a separate two-year sentence. Choosing between the two competing readings, “one limited and one near limitless,” the Supreme Court on Thursday handily rejected the government’s “boundless” interpretation of the aggravated identity theft statute. In an opinion by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the … Read the rest

Court endorses private Section 1983 enforcement of spending clause enactments

Court endorses private Section 1983 enforcement of spending clause enactments

Share

Civil rights plaintiffs scored a significant victory in Health & Hospital Corp. of Marion County v. Talevski on Thursday, with a seven-justice majority reaffirming that private plaintiffs can enforce spending clause enactments through 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and allowing private damages actions to enforce the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987.

FNHRA, a law enacted under Congress’s spending clause powers, requires nursing facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid to “protect and promote the rights of each resident” as … Read the rest

The morning read for Tuesday, June 6

The morning read for Tuesday, June 6

Share

Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Tuesday morning read:

  • Here are the major Supreme Court decisions we’re still waiting for this term (The Washington Desk, NPR)
  • U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on Nebraska ‘home equity theft’ cases (Cindy Gonzalez, The Nebraska Examiner)
  • Most Federal Employees Face More Oversight Than Clarence Thomas and Supreme Court (David Voreacos, Bloomberg)
  • Supreme Court to hear ‘Trump too
Read the rest

Judge Mary Rowland Takes Pride in the Progress of LGBTQ People

Judge Mary M. Rowland came out in the 1980s, as the HIV epidemic gave rise to a renewed anti-LGBTQ movement across America. In recognition of LGBTQ Pride Month, a new video profile explores Rowland’s experience coming out, her pursuit of a career in law, and the social change she has seen.
Judiciary News – United States CourtsRead the rest