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Apple to Settle Class-Action Lawsuit Over Rogue App Purchases By Kids

Apple Inc. has reportedly agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over applications (apps) purchased through its online marketplace. Five parents sued the company after their children inadvertently made purchases in apps that purported to be free. According to the plaintiffs’ complaint, “Apple failed to adequately disclose that third-party Game Apps, largely available for free and […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

March 15, 2013

High Rate of Student Loan Defaults Fails to Deter Investors

Student Loan Default Can not be Dismissed Through Bankruptcy More Americans are carrying student loan balances now than ever before and defaulting on their balances at even higher rates. Despite the risky nature of this borrowing category, however, it appears that student loan securities are in high demand by investors. The Federal Reserve Bank of […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 14, 2013

Student Athletes Beware: March Madness Gambling Has Serious Consequences

Student Athletes joining in on a campus pool for March Madness is harmless fun, right? Don’t bet on it! The chance to earn a little money through March Madness gambling brackets and betting pools may be enticing and seemingly harmless to student athletes. However, many may not be aware that small “friendly wagers” constitute a […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 13, 2013

Former Chicago Bears' Chris Zorich Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

Chris Zorich, the former lineman for the Chicago Bears, plead guilty to tax evasion, including failing to file federal income taxes for four years. The ex-NFL star allegedly failed to file federal returns between 2006 and 2009, and is also being charged with generating income relating to work for his charity, deferred payments from the Bears, […]

Author: James F. McDonough

March 13, 2013

Tax Evasion

U.S. Aluminum Producer Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

U.S. aluminum producer Ormet Corporation is seeking protection under Chapter 11 bankruptcy law. The company filed for protection in a U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. In court documents, it cited falling aluminum prices and growing operational costs as the reason for its financial distress. The company said it agreed to sell itself to investment firm Wayzata Investment Partners, […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 12, 2013

New Jersey Sports Betting Dealt Major Setback

Legalized sports betting will likely not be in place for next year’s Super Bowl. U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp recently issued a permanent injunction against New Jersey’s sports gambling law. As we have previously discussed on this Business Law Blog, the Department of Justice, along with NBA, MLB, NHL, NFL, and NCAA, have challenged the […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

March 12, 2013

Federal Judge Blocks New Jersey Sports Gambling Law

A federal judge has barred New Jersey from legalizing the sports gambling legislation signed by Gov. Chris Christie in 2012. “After careful consideration, the Court has determined that Congress acted within its powers and the statute in question does not violate the United States Constitution,” U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp wrote in his ruling, according […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 11, 2013

Israeli Banks May Be Target of U.S. Tax Evasion Case

The U.S. has entered into agreements with several countries to help curb the incidence of tax law violations on the part of Americans. While many foreign banks have admitted to facilitating Americans in hiding income, the U.S. government may soon set its sights on two Israeli banks for complicity in tax evasion. Zvi Sperling, an […]

Author: James F. McDonough

March 11, 2013

Court Rules Airlines Can Require Credit Cards For In-Flight Services

For frequent fliers hoping to leave their credit cards in their wallets, “cashless” cabin policies appear to be here to stay. New Jersey’s Appellate Division recently rejected a lawsuit alleging that Continental Airlines’ credit card requirement for in-flight purchases violated the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (CFA). The plaintiff in the case, Rosen v. Continental […]

Author: Charles A. Yuen

March 11, 2013

Union Members Protest Patriot Coal Bankruptcy

Members of the United Mine Workers union launched a series of protests against the Patriot Coal company’s bankruptcy, which stands to jeopardize the pension and health benefits of thousands of workers and their families. The protests revolved around a string of proposed benefits cuts, following a request to extend more than $6 million in bonuses […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 8, 2013

Patriots' Kraft Blasts Critics Who Argue Tom Brady Contract is a 'Fake' Deal

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft had some stern words for critics who question the veracity of a three-year, $27 million extension contract signed by quarterback Tom Brady. Brady is being praised by many for accepting a smaller payout to remain on the team, but others argue that the deal is “fake” and will be […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 8, 2013

Plaintiff’s Bad Behavior Dooms NJ Employment Lawsuit

A recent decision by the Appellate Division should serves as an important warning to New Jersey litigants. The court dismissed a plaintiff’s employment discrimination lawsuit after she failed to comply with discovery requests and related court orders. The Facts of the Case In Fik-Rymarkiewicz v. University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the plaintiff […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

March 8, 2013

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