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📢 The Avon Bankruptcy Proceedings in Delaware are underway and making headlines. Understanding the nuances of mass tort bankruptcy is critical. Our team at Morris James has the local knowledge and experience to help navigate these cases effectively. Take a look at our FAQs for key insights that could make a difference. #MassTort #DelawareLaw #Talc

Chancery Determines Certain Suits and Investigations Against Amazon Were Insufficient to Meet Credible Basis Standard to Inspect Corporate Books and Records 💡 - In this case, after a previous decision denying a prior books and records request to investigate wrongdoing in connection with Amazon.com’s alleged anticompetitive business practices, a stockholder-plaintiff again sought books and records based on recent investigations and an FTC complaint against Amazon. Authors: K. Tyler O'Connell, Samuel E. Bashman Read More: https://bit.ly/3Mzkcq6  #BooksandRecords #Chancery

📚 Back to school brings new opportunities and challenges. Ensure your institution is legally prepared for the year ahead. Learn how our team can support you: https://bit.ly/4e7bLOH

Court of Chancery Dismisses ABC Proceeding for Failure to Comply with Statute 💡 - This case dealt with the voluntary assignment for the benefit of creditors under 10 Del. C. § 7381, et seq. The ABC statute requires several actions, including the filing of an inventory, which has typically involved the assignee filing a motion for two appraisers. Authors: K. Tyler O'Connell, Samuel E. Bashman Read More: https://bit.ly/4dzTU2Z #Chancery #Dissolution #Receiverships

Tragic incidents like the recent pile-driving accident at Prime Hook Beach remind us of the dangers workers face on the job. You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one has been injured in a work-related or maritime accident. Our experienced team understands the complexities of workers' compensation and maritime law, and we're here to help you navigate your claim, regardless of where you may be. Learn more about how we can help protect your rights: https://bit.ly/3utZuNQ #WorkersComp #Maritime #PrimeHook

🌟 Throwback Thursday! 🌟 Last week, Partner Michael G. Owen had the pleasure of reconnecting at the Top Workplace Awards with Christopher S. Gunter, who used to clerk with us back in 2012. Since then, he graduated from Howard High, DSU, and now works at Capital One! We're proud of our Street Law Inc. Program, where we regularly hire student clerks from Howard High in Wilmington, giving them hands-on experience in the legal field. It's always inspiring to see where our talented clerks end up. #ThrowbackThursday #LawFirmFamily #TopWorkPlace

Our attorneys Barnaby Grzaslewicz and Vincent Cannizzaro presented in partnership with The Knowledge Group LLC's webcast, a session named: 'Unveiling the Legal Landscape: Key Corporate & Commercial Shifts in 2024.' Attendees were provided with valuable knowledge of key practice information and anticipated trends and changes that could shape the legal industry. 

Sharing a few more snapshots from our Top Workplace celebration! We’re so proud to work with such an amazing team. Here’s to the people who make this place truly special! #TopWorkplace #TeamSuccess #DelawareLaw

Chancery Finds Challenge to Stockholders Agreement Both Timely and Ripe 💡 - Here, the Court of Chancery declined to apply equitable defenses to bar a challenge to a stockholders' agreement three years after it was disclosed and before any claims for breach of fiduciary duties arising from the agreement were asserted. Authors: Albert Manwaring, Alena Smith, Albert J. Carroll Read More: https://bit.ly/4dEJiQs #Chancery #DGCL #Justiciability

Welcome to the team, Ashley!