Cases of Interest

“Ordinary consumer expectations” test not applicable where expert testimony will be essential to assist jury in understanding pros and cons of plaintiff’s arguments.

In order to grant summary judgement, the moving party must meet their burden of proof and address all causes of action in their separate statement

The Court found that a father providing financial support to his adult son was not liable for the death of the son’s girlfriend due to an overdose of drugs supplied by the son. 5 7

Where an employer requires employees to undergo mandatory exit searches of bags and technology devices brought to work purely for personal convenience, this time is compensable.

Joint, unapportioned 998 to multiple defendants (one of whom had been previously dismissed) was invalid and did not shift expert witness fees and costs. Parties’ agreements to split costs precluded prevailing party from later recovering those costs after trial.