The Maine Supreme Judicial Court recently held that two attorneys verbally entered a binding settlement agreement during a deposition in a probate matter, even though no formal written agreement was ever signed or agreed to. This case highlights the importance of using clear language during negotiations that no agreement is final until a formal, written… Read more »
Gene R. Libby selected for inclusion in Best Attorneys in Maine 2014
Gene R. Libby has been selected by his peers to be included in the Best Lawyers 2014 Edition of The Best Attorneys in Maine. Gene is a founding partner of Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC of Kennebunk, Maine, and he has been recognized by Best Lawyers both nationally and in Maine for the past 10… Read more »
Timothy O’Brien and Tyler Smith obtain favorable decision for client in “whistleblower” action
Timothy J. O’Brien and Tyler J. Smith recently obtained a recommended decision favorable to their client on a motion for summary judgment filed in the United States District Court for the District of Maine. Tim and Tyler represented an employer who discharged an employee for insubordinate behavior. After being discharged, the employee filed a complaint in… Read more »
FTC pushes to regulate corporate cyber security
As reported in the Wall Street Journal (Tuesday, April 8, 2014), United States District Court Judge Esther Salas in New Jersey has rejected claims by Wyndham Worldwide Corp. that the FTC does not have power to regulate corporate data security issues. According to the WSJ, the federal court ruled on Monday that the FTC’s authority allowed it to bring… Read more »
U.S. Supreme Court rules that severance payments are taxable wages
The U.S. Supreme Court has recently ruled that severance payments are taxable wages under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). In a unanimous decision issued on March 25, 2014, the Court overturned a decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit, which had earlier ruled that severance payments are not taxable wages. … Read more »
16th annual Mary’s Walk raises nearly $300,000 for cancer research in Maine
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion is pleased to have been a major sponsor of the 16th annual Mary’s Walk and Kerrymen Pub 5K Road Race held in Saco, Maine on Sunday, March 16, 2014. Mary’s Walk began in 1999 as a unique way to recognize and remember Mary Kerry Libby, a much-loved mother, wife, sister,… Read more »
Brian L. Champion selected as a “Top 100 Litigation Lawyer” in Maine
Brian L. Champion has been selected by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA) as one of the top 100 litigation lawyers in the State of Maine for 2014. The ASLA is an invitation-only, nationwide organization of elite lawyers in practice today who combine stellar legal credentials with a proven commitment to community engagement and… Read more »
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC selected by U.S. News & World Report for “Best Law Firms 2014 – Maine”
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC has been recently honored with a recognition by U.S. News & World Report in its selection of “Best Law Firms 2014 – Maine.” Selection is based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations and peer review from leading attorneys in their field. With over 100… Read more »
Maine increases license suspensions for Operating Under the Influence
A new law took effect recently that increases the length of a license suspension for a first offense drunk driving charge, or operating under the influence (OUI) as it is referred to in Maine. Prior to December 1, 2013, the license suspension for a first offense OUI charge in Maine (without any aggravating circumstances) was… Read more »
Gene R. Libby recognized by Maine House of Representatives
Gene R. Libby was recognized by the Maine House of Representatives for being named in the 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The House recognition (SLS 716) also recognized Gene for being selected to The Best Lawyers in America for the past ten years. The recognition was sponsored by Representative Barry Hobbins, Representative… Read more »