Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Recent SCOTUS Ruling on Certificate of Merit Laws May Have Broader Implications
Federal courts have been split on whether heightened pleading and evidentiary standards established in state “anti-SLAPP” laws apply in defamation cases brought in federal court…
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Being admitted Pro Hac Vice in Kentucky
DBL Law attorneys regularly serve as local counsel or co-counsel with out-of-state lawyers in litigation matters in Kentucky, particularly complex litigation in the state capital…
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Federal Hemp/THC Reform and the Kentucky Economy: Legal Challenges & Strategic Implications
A Turning Point for Kentucky’s Hemp Industry Congress’s recent spending bill includes sweeping new restrictions on hemp-derived products containing THC, effectively closing the “loophole” created…
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Preserving for Appeal a Trial Court’s Denial of a Jury Challenge for Cause
A recent decision of the Kentucky Court of Appeals highlights an important common-law procedure relating to preservation of error of a trial court’s denial of…
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Federal Court Ruling Signals Shift in False Claims Act Litigation: What Healthcare Providers Need to Know
In a recent landmark decision, a federal judge has declared certain provisions within the False Claims Act (FCA) unconstitutional, a ruling that could have significant…
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The Evolving Landscape of False Claims Act Litigation: What the Supervalu Ruling Means for Businesses
The False Claims Act (FCA) has long been a critical tool in addressing fraud against the government, particularly in the healthcare sector. But a recent…
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New Three-Year Statute of Limitations for Employment Claims in Kentucky: What Employers Need to Know
Beginning on July 15, 2024, employees will now have three years to bring claims under the Kentucky Civil Rights Act and Kentucky’s wage and hour…
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New US Supreme Court Ruling Hands Arbitration Another Win Favorable to Employers
The United States Supreme Court decided a case in favor of arbitration agreements, which is a win for employers. The Court specifically determined that a…
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RAPpin’ the Civil Rules
A Handy Cross-reference between Kentucky’s New Stand-alone Appellate Rules and the Civil Rules They Replaced or Complement By David Kramer, Chair, Litigation and Dispute Resolution…
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