Tag Archives: role of judges

Judge on “dog ownership standard.” It’s a custody battle.

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Naomi

Judge Changes Mind on Dog Ownership Standard Ben Bedell, New York Law Journal November 10, 2015 A Manhattan judge who said he would determine the ownership of “Stevie” the dog according to the “best interests of all concerned”—including the dog—now … Continue reading →

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Defamation: Dear Author and Ellora’s Cave settle…but gee

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Naomi

From today’s Publisher’s Marketplace, this item about a settlement in a defamation case (“terms of the agreement were not disclosed,” natch) brings out a lawsuit component of which I’m sure many are curious. That is, what happens if a lawyer … Continue reading →

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Big jury award appealed and judge reduces damages

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Naomi

I’ve pointed it out previously: big jury awards may make the front pages but when appealed are often reduced considerably. Juries respond emotionally; appellate judges do not. A very good reason to settle your case rather than “winning” it before … Continue reading →

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