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Depositions in shorts after the pandemic? Remote depositions are likely becoming the norm, but dress-down shouldn’t

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The legal industry has adapted rather quickly in order to minimize the pandemic’s impacts on the practice of litigation by enacting orders, rules, and practices to keep the wheels of justice turning.  This includes the...more

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Florida Supreme Court Issues New Guidance on Statewide Court Operations

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On June 16, 2020, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady issued two new administrative orders and a new “best practices” memorandum adopting changes to guidelines for state court pandemic operations....more

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Ninth Judicial Circuit (State) Court Transitions to More In-Person Proceedings

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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court (State Court) has remained open, relying primarily on teleconference or videoconference for hearings. Starting yesterday, the Ninth Judicial Circuit is...more

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French Court Orders Insurer to Indemnify Restauranteur's COVID-19-Related Business Interruption Losses

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While U.S. policyholders are primarily still in the early stages of the claim process and likely coverage litigation regarding COVID-19-related business interruption claims, a French court has struck an early blow against an...more

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Courts Continue to Loosen COVID-19 Restrictions in Civil Litigation and to Push Civil Cases Forward

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As the weeks under shelter or stay at home orders approach months, more courts are trying to resume closer to “normal” operations, while acknowledging in some cases that certain procedures are still not viable due to the...more

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Civil Litigation Continues to Feel the Effects of COVID-19

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We continue to track the impact of COVID-19 on court operations and parties in civil litigation across the country.  As the weeks pass, COVID-19’s impact on civil litigation is becoming more varied, and sometimes is yielding...more

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Litigation During the Pandemic: Remote Depositions

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No one knows how long we will be living in this COVID-19-inspired Twilight Zone episode. Estimates vary widely over how long shelter in place rules will remain in effect around the country, and no one knows how things will be...more

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Helpful Links to Virtual Courts for Commercial Division Litigators

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Three months ago very few of us regularly communicated by virtual videoconferencing.  Today, it’s fast become a daily routine, and in all likelihood will become a more permanent part of our practice.  Who would have guessed...more

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COVID-19 UK: Litigation – English civil courts remain committed to administering justice during the pandemic – Update

Remote trials - In Re Blackfriars Ltd, the High Court rejected arguments that the restrictions imposed in response to the COVID-19 crisis were sufficient reason to adjourn a five-week trial. The trial, which is scheduled...more

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Impact of COVID-19 on Dutch legal proceedings

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As a result of the measures taken by the Dutch government concerning COVID-19, the courts have decided to change the normal course of events. Below you will find the most important information about the current state of...more

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COVID-19 and Force Majeure Under French Law

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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in France has led to travel bans and restrictions, including the quarantine of individuals. These measures have disrupted many businesses’ supply chains and operations, including factory...more

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COVID-19 Update: Litigation, Incarceration, and Investigation in the Time of COVID-19

I. Introduction - In ways unimagined less than three weeks ago, the face of in-court litigation in civil and criminal matters transformed seemingly overnight and continue at near breakneck speed....more

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Obtaining Emergency Relief In Commercial Cases Amidst The COVID-19 Crisis

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Civil litigation often starts with an emergency request to maintain the status quo during the lawsuit or ensure the ability to collect damages after victory. To obtain a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction,...more

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How New York Courts Are Navigating the Coronavirus Crisis

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A few weeks back, my colleague Chris Clarke reported on the response of the New York court system to the commercial chaos arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic, including in the court system generally, the Appellate Division,...more

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Buchalter Client Alert COVID-19: California Local Court Orders Regarding Closure

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During this unprecedented period of COVID-19, we strive to provide our clients with the most accurate and up to date information regarding the status of court operations. To that end, below is a chart with the local court...more

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation in New Jersey Courts

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As community spread of COVID-19 increases throughout the United States, New Jersey joins the growing list of states that have issued a statewide stay-at-home order. To further combat the spread of COVID-19, the Governor of...more

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