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An overview of the Commonwealth’s model litigant obligation
Since the early 20th century, Australian courts have emphasised the obligation for the Commonwealth to act as a ‘model litigant’ in court proceedings.
COVID-19’s enduring impact on statutes of limitations: Take caution
New York Law Journal
United States | Publication | October 2023
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is fading, Governor Andrew Cuomo’s tolling of statutes of limitations during the emergency period will create an enduring surprise for many years to come.
Statutes of limitation are critical considerations for all practitioners. It is not uncommon for parties to hotly litigate whether a suit has been filed by the required deadline. Among other issues, disputes can center on determining the time and place a cause of action accrues, which state’s statute of limitations applies and whether any doctrines can toll or extend the limitations period.
Governor Cuomo’s executive orders overlaid further complexity on what will remain a complicated, case-by-case matter for the foreseeable future.
Download the full New York Law Journal article, "COVID-19’s enduring impact on statutes of limitations: Take caution."
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