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Future of E-Cigarette Litigation Question Mark for Product Liability Bar

Johanna Matloff was quoted in the article “Future of e-cigarette litigation question mark for product liability bar,” which was published by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on August 29, 2019. The article discusses the future of product liability cases against e-cigarette manufacturers and whether or not a link can be established between vaping and serious health risks. […]

Future of E-Cigarette Litigation Question Mark for Product Liability Bar

Johanna Matloff was quoted in the article “Future of e-cigarette litigation question mark for product liability bar,” which was published by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on August 29, 2019. The article discusses the future of product liability cases against e-cigarette manufacturers and whether or not a link can be established between vaping and serious health risks. […]

Law at Work – Family Medical Leave

Originally published by Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine. I have been hearing a great deal about a fairly new Massachusetts law providing paid leave to employees who take leave for illness or family needs.  What can you tell me about this law and what are my obligations as an employer? As most employers are aware, […]

Before Your Child Leaves Home

Do you have a child who is leaving home for the first time for college, travel or employment? If so, before they go, talk with your child about signing a HIPAA release, a healthcare proxy and a power of attorney. A qualified estate planning attorney can talk with the young adult and arrange for the […]

Nine Conn Kavanaugh Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers® List

Conn Kavanaugh is pleased to announce that nine lawyers have been included in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Best Lawyers has been recognizing legal excellence for over three decades and is regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor. This year, the list of outstanding attorneys represents more than 62,000 […]

Special Permit Applicants Must Prove That Proposed Use Complies With Bylaws

If you’re seeking a special permit for a project, be prepared to prove that your proposal complies with the town’s bylaws. First things first. What is a special permit? Generally, a special permit allows an applicant to use land for purposes that are desirable or necessary, but that do not comply with the applicable zoning […]

Developers Must Explicitly Reserve Construction Right in Phased Condominium Project

As any seasoned developer knows, condominium development projects involve a delicate interplay between the developer, unit owners, the condo association, and the lenders that fund construction and acquisition costs. Last month, the Appeals Court addressed two issues that affect the balance of these relationships. First, where the lender granted partial discharges to unit owners upon […]

Civil Litigation Series: Prepping and Taking Depositions

On Friday, April 26, Andrew Dennington will be a panelist at the Boston Bar Association’s program “Civil Litigation Series: Prepping and Taking Depositions.” The program is part of the BBA’s Friday Fundamentals series and will address the aspects of a case to consider when formulating a plan for a deposition and how to properly execute […]

Cannabiz, The Journey Continues

On May 22, 2019, Mary ‘Beth’ O’Neal will present on the panel “Marijuana in the Workplace” at the Cape & Plymouth Business event “Cannabiz, The Journey Continues.” The event will bring together experts to debunk the myths and provide an overview of the business opportunities surrounding the cannabis industry in the Commonwealth. To learn more and […]

James B. Peloquin Admitted to Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States

On Monday, May 13, 2019, James Peloquin was sworn into the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. Jim is a Partner at the firm practicing primarily in the areas of construction, personal injury/insurance, professional and product liability, and commercial litigation. He serves as the chair of the firm’s Litigation Department and is a certified […]