Kang Haggerty NewsPhiladelphia, PA (September 8, 2023): Ross M. Wolfe, an associate at Kang Haggerty LLC, was recently named the Young Republican National Federation’s (YRNF) 2023 Man of the Year during the organization’s bi-annual convention, held in Dallas, Texas. Continue reading ›
Legal Intelligencer: Not a Blanket Protection: Understanding Limits of Protections for Settlement Evidence
Although Rule 408 does preclude some settlement evidence from being admitted in litigation, it is a mistake, and potentially a dangerous one, to believe that any documents or communications bearing the label of “For Settlement Purposes Only” will necessarily fall within the scope of Rule 408. Lawyers must have a clear understanding of the limitations to Rule 408’s protection of settlement evidence.
In the August 31, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward Kang wrote “Not a Blanket Protection: Understanding Limits of Protections for Settlement Evidence“. Continue reading ›
Kang Haggerty Attorneys Recognized in 30th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America
Kang Haggerty LLC is proud to have two lawyers recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® and two lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2024 editions. Congratulations to Henry J. Donner, Gregory H. Mathews, Kandis L. Kovalsky and Kyle T. Garabedian. Continue reading ›
David Scott Provides Law360 Expert Analysis on How Judicial Privilege Applies to Wiretap Act Claims
On August 10, 2023, Law360 published an Expert Analysis authored by Kang Haggerty member David R. Scott on Judicial Privilege Applies to Wiretap Act Claims. Continue reading ›
Legal Intelligencer: Beware of Ethical Issues in Today’s E-Discovery Landscape
Ethical issues in e-discovery arise due to the unique challenges and the complex nature of electronic data. The ethical challenges presented demand careful consideration and require lawyers to remain competent in emerging technology and the implications on e-discovery.
In the August 10, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Kelly Lavelle wrote “Beware of Ethical Issues in Today’s E-Discovery Landscape.” Continue reading ›
The Legal Intelligencer: Sophisticated Schemers Beware: Civil RICO Expands Creditors’ Arsenal—Part II
The Supreme Court recently issued its opinion in Yegiazaryan v. Smagin affirming the Ninth Circuit’s holding and providing RICO plaintiffs with a powerful tool against debtors employing fraudulent tactics to avoid payment.
In the July 20, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward T. Kang wrote “Sophisticated Schemers Beware: Civil RICO Expands Creditors’ Arsenal—Part II.” Continue reading ›
The Legal Intelligencer: Emerging ‘Securities’ Litigation in Cryptocurrency
Courts will likely be grappling with questions regarding cryptocurrency for years to come—with the results from the suits against Binance and Coinbase potentially serving as guiding precedent in answering those questions.
In the July 6, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward T. Kang and Kandis L. Kovalsky co-authored, “Emerging ‘Securities’ Litigation in Cryptocurrency.” Continue reading ›
Legal Intelligencer: Fighting Fraud in Health Care Through the False Claims Act in the Third Circuit, Part 2
The statute does not define the term “resulting from,” which has led to differing interpretations of the causation standard required for an AKS violation to be considered a false claim under the FCA. The divergence of views among the circuit courts has created challenges for relators in proving causation. This column is part two of our earlier column relating to AKS and the causation standard.
In the June 15, 2023 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward T. Kang and Kandis L. Kovalsky wrote “Fighting Fraud in Health Care Through the False Claims Act in the Third Circuit, Part 2“ Continue reading ›
The Philadelphia Inquirer: Vanguard Whistleblower Lawsuit Goes to Mediation
The front page of The Philadelphia Inquirer’s business section on June 10, 2023, features an article from reporter Joseph N. DiStefano, “Vanguard and former tax lawyer are in mediation over wrongful termination lawsuit,” detailing the status of former Vanguard attorney David Danon’s whistleblower lawsuit against Vanguard. Continue reading ›
Legal Intelligencer: Safeguarding Data Privacy in the E-Discovery Process
ESI often contains confidential data, such as trade secrets, financial information, and personal data, and attorneys need to be aware of their obligations to protect this information and prevent unauthorized disclosure.
In the June 8, 2023 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Kelly A. Lavelle wrote “Safeguarding Data Privacy in the E-Discovery Process.” Continue reading ›