Municipalities

Governor Murphy Defends New Jersey’s Immigrant Trust Directive Amid Trump Administration Lawsuit Targeting Local Municipalities

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TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy responded strongly to a recent lawsuit filed by the Trump administration, which he claims is improperly targeting four municipalities within the state. The governor emphasized that New Jersey is not involved as a party in this litigation and defended the state’s Immigrant Trust Directive, a policy aimed at protecting public safety. Murphy asserted that the directive has been validated by the courts and forms an essential part of New Jersey’s crime-fighting strategy. He explained that the initiative allows law enforcement officers to prioritize the investigation and prosecution … Read more

Jury Rules in Favor of Stamford in Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit, Protecting Municipalities

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STAMFORD, Connecticut — A Stamford jury has reached a verdict in a slip-and-fall case, favoring the defendant, the city of Stamford, under a law that protects municipalities. The plaintiff, Daniel Young, suffered injuries after slipping and falling on ice outside an elementary school. His injuries were severe enough to require a back-fusion surgery, and his medical expenses exceeded $500,000, as documented in court records. Following the incident, Young filed a lawsuit against the city of Stamford. However, the jury’s decision ultimately favored the defendant, ruling in favor of the city under the municipal protection law. … Read more