Legal News & Precedents Archive
This archive preserves significant legal news, case studies, and precedents established by the attorneys of the former Howard Law LLP. These historical cases highlight important developments in New Jersey law, particularly concerning the protection of vulnerable nursing home residents and victims of medical malpractice.
Landmark Nursing Home Abuse Cases
Case Study: Rejecting Forced Arbitration in Nursing Homes
A historical look at a precedent-setting New Jersey Appellate Court decision rejecting a corporate nursing home's attempt to force a resident's neglect lawsuit into private arbitration, thereby protecting the constitutional right to a jury trial.
Medical Malpractice Verdicts
Case Study: Informed Consent in Plastic Surgery
A review of a $1 million Bergen County Superior Court verdict regarding a plastic surgeon's failure to obtain proper informed consent before performing eyelid surgery, underscoring the legal importance of patient autonomy.