In Henry Keim v. Above All Termite & Pest Control (A-30-22/087603) (Decided November 21, 2023), the Supreme Court of New Jersey held that an employee’s car accident occurred “in the course of employment” and was therefore compensable under the Workers’ Compensation Act (the Act). In reaching its decision, the Court
In State v. Olenowski (A-56-18) (082253) (Decided November 15, 2023), the Supreme Court of New Jersey held that Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testimony is reliable and admissible under the criteria set forth in Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc., 509 U.S. 579 (1993), albeit with certain limitations. The decision is
Technological innovations continue to raise novel questions before the state’s highest court. The New Jersey Supreme recently granted certification in Goyco vs. Progressive Insurance Co., which asks whether a person riding an electric scooter qualifies as a “pedestrian” for the purposes of a personal injury lawsuit. Facts of the Case
The Supreme Court of New Jersey is taking a closer look at the implications of artificial intelligence, particularly with respect to court operations and the practice of law. In September, the court convened a Committee on Artificial Intelligence and the Courts comprised of judicial and government leaders, judges, attorneys, educators,
