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Judges' Pay Hike Boosts Pensions, Creating Incentive To Retire Early

"One of the reasons advanced for boosting New Jersey judges' pay was to keep experienced jurists from bolting to the private sector. But thanks to their first sizable salary hike in nearly a decade, the most seasoned judges have a greater incentive to retire early with their pensions fully vested."

Reduced-Benefit Family Leave Bill Passed by N.J. Senate Committee

"A state Senate committee on Monday recommended passage of legislation that would make New Jersey the third state to allow paid leave to care for a newborn or adopted child or a sick relative."

Court Weighs Punitive Damages for Purposes of General Deterrence

"The New Jersey Supreme Court is taking up the question whether punitive damages can be awarded not only to penalize malicious or grossly negligent conduct but also to deter others - a doctrine that could deepen the pockets of recovery for many a plaintiff."

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