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'A Regressive Institution': SDNY Judge Rakoff Delivers Pointed Remarks on SCOTUS in Recent Appearance

In a recent article and at his Oct. 23 speech at the New York City Bar Association, U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff of the Southern District of New York portrayed the U.S. Supreme Court as a relatively “conservative” branch of government that has long stood athwart progressive legislation.         Click Here To Read The Full […]

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Judge Approves $795K Settlement in Class Action Over Misclassification of Delivery Drivers

“We think this is a very favorable resolution of misclassification and deduction claims under the Massachusetts Wage Act, which provides significant relief to the 47 class members involved,” Olena Savytska of Lichten & Liss-Riordan said of the $795,000 settlement on behalf of delivery drivers misclassified as independent contractors.         Click Here To Read The Full […]

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