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PREP Act Immunity Does Not Preempt Most State Law Tort Claims Against Nursing Homes and Other Senior Living Facilities

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In our May 1, 2020 OnPoint discussing COVID-19 liability issues for nursing homes and other senior living facilities, we cautioned against reliance on state immunity provisions as a shield against COVID-19-related lawsuits....more

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Attorney Has Immunity for Destroying Evidence When Acting Within Scope of Representation

Bethel v. Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser, P.C., (Feb. 21, 2020, No. 18-0595) 2020 Tex. LEXIS 139 - Brief Summary - The Texas Supreme Court held that a claim over an attorney's alleged destruction of evidence...more

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Eastern District of Pa. Again Recognizes Montreal Convention Exclusively Governs Claims

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Action Item: Until there is appellate resolution of the preemptive effect of the Montreal Convention, airlines sued in state court over damages allegedly arising during the course of international transportation should...more

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