Senator Murphy Warns of National Abortion Ban Threat During Connecticut Debate, Opponent Corey Accuses Fear-Mongering

Hartford, Conn. – Amid the ongoing national debate surrounding abortion rights, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut has voiced concerns that even in states like Connecticut, where abortion rights are protected under state law, these rights could be at risk if a national ban is enacted. During a recent televised debate, Murphy expressed fears about the potential sweeping changes to abortion rights under the Republican Party platform, stating that no state would be exempt from such federal laws. Murphy, currently favored to win re-election, emphasized the gravity of the situation, suggesting that a reinterpretation of … Read more

Gov. Murphy Enacts Stringent New Measures to Combat Home Invasions and Burglaries in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed into law a stringent new measure aimed at curbing the rates of home invasions and burglaries. The legislation, which imposes severe penalties for these crimes, reflects the state’s commitment to bolstering public safety and reducing property crime. Under the new law, which takes effect immediately, individuals convicted of home invasion will face significantly tougher consequences. These include longer sentences and higher fines, a move that legislators hope will serve as a deterrent to would-be offenders. The law also includes provisions that increase penalties for repeat … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kenneth Murphy Returns to DLA Piper, Aims to Mentor Next Generation of Lawyers

PHILADELPHIA — After a brief tenure at Tucker Law Group, Kenneth Murphy, a prominent former partner at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, has rejoined the ranks of a major law firm. Murphy has been appointed as of counsel at DLA Piper’s Philadelphia office where he began his legal career. Murphy spent a significant part of his career at Faegre Drinker and its predecessor, Drinker Biddle & Reath, where he dedicated 15 years as a partner. His specialized work in products liability cases, particularly representing corporate giant Johnson & Johnson, has distinguished him in the legal … Read more

Sen. Chris Murphy Credits Bipartisan Safer Communities Act with 12% Reduction in Urban Homicides

Hartford, Connecticut – President Joe Biden’s age has been a subject of speculation regarding his ability to govern, but his allies are refuting claims that it hinders his effectiveness. Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut highlighted the president’s involvement in passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which he asserts contributed to a 12% decrease in urban homicides in the United States. The legislation, signed by President Biden in June 2022, combined gun safety measures with mental health and school security resources, marking the first major gun control law in nearly 30 years. Experts and criminologists have … Read more