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Ocean City Approves New Cellphone Tower to Resolve Verizon Lawsuit and Enhance Wireless Coverage

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Ocean City, NJ — Ocean City is set to see the construction of a new 120-foot cellphone tower at the southern tip of the island, following a city council resolution passed earlier this week. This move comes as a result of a settlement agreement with Verizon, which had previously sued the city for breaching federal telecommunication regulations. The decision was finalized Thursday when the City Council approved the settlement and introduced an ordinance to permit the construction on municipally-owned land on Bay Avenue. The community will have the opportunity to voice their opinions before the … Read more

European Law Firms Navigate an Ocean of Uncertainty Amid Geopolitical and Economic Challenges

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Amid the bustling streets of Brussels, Belgium, Europe finds itself navigating a storm-riddled period, grappling not only with geopolitical tensions from Ukraine’s ongoing conflict and fluctuating U.S.-EU trade policies but also facing a myriad of challenges closer to home, including pivotal elections in Germany and strict EU regulations. The continent’s legal sector, a fundamental pillar in maintaining Europe’s legislative and economic framework, is also confronting its share of disruptions. Law firm leaders, traditionally adept at foresight and adaptability, find themselves tested by a series of unprecedented upheavals that have rocked the foundations of their planning … Read more

Ocean City Allies in Legal Battle Against Offshore Wind Farm Initiative

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Ocean City, Maryland – In a significant legal move, the town of Ocean City, together with several local entities, has initiated a lawsuit against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) concerning a proposed offshore wind project by US Wind. This collaborative action includes participants such as the Town Council of Fenwick Island, Worcester County Commissioners, and various associations representing industries from hotels and real estate to fishing. The lawsuit, announced via a press release from the town’s website, underscores the community’s concerns over the potential environmental and economic impacts of erecting 1143 wind turbines … Read more

Ocean County Beach Association Wins $4.7 Million in Landmark Beach Replenishment Lawsuit

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Toms River, NJ — In a landmark decision that marks a significant stance on environmental and property rights issues, an Ocean County jury awarded a local beach association $4.7 million in a case centered around beach replenishment. The verdict was handed down after protracted legal proceedings that highlighted the tension between public environmental initiatives and private landowner interests. The lawsuit stemmed from a dispute involving the local government’s effort to carry out a beach replenishment project intended to combat erosion and buffer against future storms. The Midway Beach Condominium Association, a collective of homeowners from … Read more