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Joe Whitcomb: February 24, 2025
Medical Malpractice and Suicide Liability The Nevada Supreme Court addressed whether a medical provider can be held liable for a patient’s suicide in Bourne v. Valdes. The case involved a wrongful death claim brought by the family of David Bourne,...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 22, 2025
In Hathaway v. Zoot Enterprises, the Montana Supreme Court addressed claims of wrongful discharge and age discrimination brought by a former...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 20, 2025
In Shook v. NCG Acquisition, LLC, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit addressed wrongful termination claims filed by three licensed...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 19, 2025
Jennifer Jackiw, an employee of Soft Pretzel Franchise, suffered a work-related injury that resulted in the amputation of her right forearm. Under...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 17, 2025
The case involved a dispute over how to calculate the estate tax for a deceased shareholder in a closely held corporation. Michael and Thomas...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 11, 2025
Smith v. Social Security Administration revolved around Smith, who sought Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits due to multiple...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 10, 2025
Michael Martin applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, alleging that chronic pain, degenerative disc disease, and...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 09, 2025
The case revolved around a claimant who sought Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits due to multiple medical conditions. The claimant...
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Joe Whitcomb: February 05, 2025
In Johnson v. Cincy Automall, Inc., the Ohio Court of Appeals addressed claims of wrongful discharge and sex discrimination following a dispute over...
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Joe Whitcomb: January 29, 2025
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has upheld the Social Security Administration’s denial of disability benefits to former...
