The Firm is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our friend and colleague, Charles Whited…
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When the Supreme Court confirmed the availability of punitive damages in a maritime tort case in Exxon Shipping Co. v. Baker, 554 U.S. 471 (2008), it dramatically changed the landscape of maritime casualty litigation. …
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On October 18, 2024, the Fifth Circuit resolved an interesting case involving maritime attachment and garnishment of a nonresident defendant’s property…
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Highlighting his extensive experience and deep knowledge in the realm of maritime law, Director Peter B. Tompkins was recently named the recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Maritime Lawyer Award from the New Orleans Bar Association. ...
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Updated 5 September 2023 …
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A look back at some notable 2023 legal moments for the Firm…
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Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court’s seminal International Shoe decision, both civil litigators and corporate entities have operated under the premise that the constitutional due process inquiry for personal jurisdiction necessitated …
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Having opened its doors on July 20, 1992, Murphy Rogers marks a milestone anniversary as of July 2022 - it’s been thirty years! …
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On 13 June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court settled the uncertainty concerning whether 28 U.S.C. §1782 applies for the purpose of compelling domestic evidence for use in a foreign private arbitration. …
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As 2022 gets underway, Murphy Rogers is excited to share some developments at the Firm that have us looking ahead to a prosperous year.
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Director Timothy D. DePaula and Associate Tarryn E. Walsh were recently recognized as names to watch in one of the Firm’s specialties - maritime law.
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This year, the holidays afforded Murphy Rogers the opportunity to both honor one of its treasured employees and provide support for local New Orleans…
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After twenty-eight (28) years with Murphy Rogers, Charles L. Whited, Jr., one of the Firm’s longtime directors, has retired, effective December 31, 2020.
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In tandem with its commitment to providing pro bono legal services to the community, Murphy Rogers is proud to announce…
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The unexpected COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the world into uncertain times …
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