Chen Law Journal - Chen and Chen Law Journal (Page 6)

Jul 2, 2023 2 min read

"Demolishing More Than 20 Years of Research" Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Sues After Janitor Allegedly Turns Off Freezer

A contracted janitor switched off an electric circuit that powered a lab freezer, destroying decades of research, the lawsuit claims. Now the university plans to sue the janitor's employer, Daigle Cleaning Systems, for negligence and breach of contract.

Jun 30, 2023 7 min read

Harvard, UNC Lose Affirmative Action Case, Supreme Court Ruled

Supreme Court bans race-conscious preferences as a determining factor in higher education admissions. Colleges are scrambling to change their admission policies.

Jun 25, 2023 3 min read

“Acted with Bad Faith” New York Judge Fines $5K to Lawyers Who Used AI-Generated Fake Citations.

Along with $5k in fines, U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel ordered lawyers to send letters to each judge falsely identified as the author of the fake “Varghese”, “Shaboon”, “Petersen”, “Martinez”, “Durden” and “Miller” opinions.

Jun 13, 2023 2 min read

New York City Police Union's 'Courtesy Cards' Spark Employment Lawsuit

NYPD traffic officer files lawsuit against police union, alleging employment retaliation for writing tickets.

Jun 10, 2023 3 min read

Historic Climate Trial to Begin in Montana After Judge Approval

Judge Kathy Seely rejects Montana's attempt to dismiss lawsuit by 16 young residents, proceeds to trial.