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 »
Senate introduces Data Security Act
On January 15, 2014, Sens. Tom Carper (D-Del.) and Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) introduced legislation to improve safeguards for consumer information. The Data Security Act would require companies that accept credit or debit card payments to have policies and procedures in place to protect consumer data from hackers and to act on breaches. According to the… Read more »
Gene R. Libby selected for 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America
Gene R. Libby has been selected by his peers to be included in the 2014 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in the areas of criminal defense and family law. Libby, a founding partner of Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC of Kennebunk, Maine, has been named in Best Lawyers for… Read more »
How to Manage Competing Viewpoints as a Business Litigator
By Brian L. Champion. Typically, a business litigator is geared for battle, ready to seek justice on the client’s behalf, or to vigorously defend against an unjust claim. The client, meanwhile, usually just wants to get back to business; the case is merely an impediment. These competing viewpoints present unique challenges for business litigators. They… Read more »
New Maine law allows for future modification of spousal support award
The Legislature recently enacted a change to Maine’s spousal support laws. Under the older version of the law, a divorce judgment could expressly read that a person’s spousal support obligation is not subject to future modification. 19-A M.R.S. § 951-A(4). In other words, the Court had the authority to bind the parties to a specific… Read more »
Gene R. Libby joins York County Committee of Campaign for Justice
Gene R. Libby recently joined the York County Committee of the Campaign for Justice. Celebrating its 10th Anniversary year, the Campaign for Justice raises funds to support organizations in Maine that provide legal aid and access to justice to thousands in our state who would not otherwise be able to afford legal services. By mid-August… Read more »
Child Support Obligor may be required to notify court of increases in income for child support purposes
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court recently held that a person can be required to notify the Court of increases in income for child support purposes, and ordered to pay past due support as a sanction if the person fails to do so. In Dostanko v. Dostanko, 2013 ME 47, the divorce judgment required that the… Read more »
Gene R. Libby presents at program about aggressive litigation tactics
On October 19, 2012, Gene R. Libby was a presenter at a Continuing Legal Education program entitled: “Aggressive Litigation Tactics: How to Deal with the ‘Rambo’ Litigator.” Gene’s portion of the program focused on teaching attorneys how to deal with frivolous discovery objections and inappropriate behavior of opposing counsel at depositions, as well as how to make sure… Read more »
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion Announce New Location of Massachusetts Office
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC is pleased to announce that our office in Massachusetts is moving! Effective June 1, 2013, we will be located at One Burlington Business Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Our new address is 67 South Bedford Street, Suite 400W, Burlington, MA 01803. Our telephone number will continue to be (508) 479-1065.… Read more »