Jersey

$14 Million Verdict Reached in Case Against New Jersey Doctor Accused of Sexual Abuse

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NEWARK, N.J. — In a landmark ruling, a New Jersey jury awarded $14 million in damages to four former patients who were sexually abused by Dr. Robert Hadden, a prominent gynecologist. This decision culminates a lengthy legal ordeal that centered on the conduct of Hadden, who pleaded guilty in 2016 to charges related to sexual abuse during medical examinations. The multiple victims, associated with Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, expressed relief and vindication following the juridical outcome, articulating hopes that this ruling would amplify awareness around sexual misconduct in medical settings. The … Read more

New Jersey Court Debates Timing of Lawsuits in Landmark Legal Malpractice Hearing

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TRENTON, N.J. — A notable legal debate unfolded in New Jersey on Tuesday, where appeals court judges deliberated over the nuances of when exactly a malpractice claim against attorneys can be initiated. The discussion, which could potentially expand the scope of lawsuits against legal professionals, centered around a case involving the now-defunct service dog organization, Merlin’s Kids. During the hearing, the Superior Court Appellate Division panel addressed arguments from Merlin’s Kids, which contended that their lawsuit was timely based on the state’s six-year statute of limitations. The organization argued that their attorney’s failure to file … Read more

New Jersey Courts Consider Centralizing Multiple Roundup Injury Lawsuits Against Monsanto and Bayer

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In Trenton, New Jersey, a notable legal development has occurred as plaintiffs are mounting a new offensive against agrochemical giants Monsanto Co. and Bayer AG. A second application aiming to consolidate several lawsuits over injuries allegedly caused by the weed killer Roundup was submitted for designation as multicounty litigation in the New Jersey Supreme Court. This legal effort underscores the ongoing controversies surrounding the safety of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup. The filing signals a significant step for the numerous plaintiffs who claim they have been adversely affected by the herbicide. They argue that … Read more

New Multicounty Litigation Bid Against Monsanto and Bayer Over Roundup Exposure Filed in New Jersey

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TRENTON, N.J. — In a recent legal maneuver, attorneys have submitted a new application to the New Jersey Supreme Court seeking to consolidate several lawsuits against Monsanto Co. and its parent company, Bayer AG. The lawsuits allege injuries from exposure to Roundup, a popular weed killer produced by the companies. This application marks the second attempt to have these cases designated as multicounty litigation, emphasizing the significance and scope of the claims involved. The push for multicounty litigation underscores the complexities and shared characteristics of the lawsuits, which claim that exposure to Roundup has resulted … Read more