By: Hristo Zevlikaris [1]   On January 7, 2021, the New Jersey Supreme Court ordered the resumption of virtual civil trials under a two-phase approach, beginning with eight counties on February 1, 2021.  Virtual jury trials will then be expanded, statewide to all counties starting on April 5, 2021.  A complete copy of the… [Read More]

  By: Samantha E. Hahn[1] and Yi Zhu[2]   Governor Phil Murphy has settled the debate on the 2020 Workers’ Compensation “Hand and Foot” Bill. The new law, originally signed on January 21, 2020, increased workers’ compensation permanency awards for injuries involving fingers, hands, and feet. The bill went into immediate effect and clearly impacted… [Read More]

  GRSLBG&B is pleased to announce that David A. Visco has joined the Firm’s Litigation Department as an Associate in our New York office. David concentrates his practice primarily in the areas of General Liability and Construction. He represents insurance companies and self-insured companies in the defense of these claims. David graduated with a B.S…. [Read More]

By: Rey O. Villanueva, Esq.[1] and Joseph C. Valenzuela, Esq,[2]   On September 1, 2020, New Jersey adopted Rule 4:25-8, a new Court Rule, which addresses motions in limine.  The process of implementing Rule 4:25-8 was initially prompted by the Appellate Division’s decision in Cho v. Trinitas Regional Medical Center, 443 N.J. Super. 461 (App…. [Read More]

GRSLBG&B is pleased to announce Minal J. Acharya joined the Firm’s Litigation Department as an Associate in November 2020. Minal concentrates her practice in the area of General Liability. She represents insurance companies and self-insured companies in the defense of these claims. Minal graduated from Rutgers University in 2009 with B.A. in Political Science and… [Read More]

  By: Samantha E. Hahn [1] and Yi Zhu [2]   Two bills are currently pending in the New Jersey State Legislature that would significantly alter employers’/carriers’ subrogation rights under Section 40 of the Workers’ Compensation Act. The first bill, S2721/A1014, seeks to remove limitations on suit expenses and attorney’s fees from third party liability… [Read More]

  GRSLBG&B is proud to announce the Firm’s selection in the “Best Law Firms” list by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® 2021, receiving Metropolitan tier rankings in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation – Construction. Obtaining a tier designation exemplifies the high level of respect a firm has earned among… [Read More]

GRSLBG&B is pleased to announce that Mark J. Feuerstein joined the Firm’s Litigation Department as an Associate in October 2020. Mr. Feuerstein concentrates his practice in General Liability. Prior to joining GRSLBG&B, Mr. Feuerstein served as an Assistant Prosecutor for the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Victim’s Unit, where he prosecuted criminal complaints, including domestic… [Read More]

GRSLBG&B is pleased to announce that Aran O’Gara joined the Firm’s Litigation Department as an Associate on September 21, 2020. Mr. O’Gara concentrates his practice in General Liability and Construction. He represents insurance companies and self-insured companies in the defense of these claims. Mr. O’Gara graduated from The University at Albany with his B.A. in… [Read More]

  By: Hristo Zevlikaris [1]   On September 22, 2020, the Judiciary issued a Notice to the Bar and Public, Update on Court Operations During “Phase 2.5” of the Supreme Court’s Post-Pandemic Plan.  Under Phase 2.5, in-person events may be scheduled where parties have been unable to participate using virtual formats.  In-person events, may include… [Read More]