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Deferred Dismissal for Man Who Acted in Self-Defense
McCarter achieved a positive result for Scott Hayes, a Framingham man charged by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The charge arose from an incident in which Hayes was violently tackled to the ground, causing serious injuries to his neck. When Continue Reading
What’s Next? Managing the Risks and Rewards of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs in an Age of Increased Scrutiny
The past decade saw a rapid increase in formal corporate programs aimed at addressing issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. In the past few years, however, concerns have been raised that some programs have gone too far and violate the nation’s civil rights Continue Reading
Former NJ Transit General Counsel Brian Wilton Joins McCarter & English’s Government Affairs Group as Partner
McCarter & English announces the expansion of its national, bipartisan Government Affairs practice with the addition of Brian Wilton, former general counsel for NJ Transit, who joins as a partner in the firm’s Newark office. Brian marries his government and legal backgrounds to advise Continue Reading
Ex-NJ Transit Legal Chief Joins McCarter & English In Newark
The former general counsel for state-run NJ Transit has joined McCarter & English as a partner in Newark, NJ, expanding the firm's national Government Affairs practice. "As I considered my transition from the public sector, McCarter stood out among the many Continue Reading
Former Lake Como Mayor Brian Wilton Joins Prestigious Law Firm McCarter & English
Former Lake Como Mayor Brian Wilton has joined McCarter & English as a partner in the firm’s Newark office. A Lake Como resident who served as the borough’s popular mayor, Brian will now bring his extensive legal and government experience to the firm’s expanding bipartisan Government Affairs Continue Reading
Man Who Shot Pro-Palestinian Activist in Newton Placed on Pre-trial Probation
Demonstrator Scott Hayes, who was charged with assault and battery following an altercation, may avoid prosecution once he completes pre-trial probation. Upon fulfilling the conditions of his probation, the charges against him will be dismissed. McCarter partner and former federal prosecutor Glenn Continue Reading
Man Who Shot Assailant at Newton Pro-Israel Rally Gets Probation, Officials Say
Charges against a demonstrator who shot his attacker during a rally in Newton, Massachusetts, will be dismissed, allowing him to avoid trial on an assault and battery charge. According to court records, Scott Hayes will have the charges dropped upon completion of pretrial probation. The judge Continue Reading
Pro-Israel Demonstrator Accused of Shooting Man at Newton Rally Reaches Deal with State to Drop Charges
A pro-Israel demonstrator has reached a deal with the state of Massachusetts following his involvement in a shooting incident. McCarter partner and former federal prosecutor Glenn MacKinlay, who represented the demonstrator, spoke with WHDH TV 7 News and said the facts as developed by the Continue Reading
Former NJ Transit General Counsel Brian Wilton Joins McCarter & English’s Government Affairs Group as Partner
McCarter & English today announced the expansion of its national, bipartisan Government Affairs practice with the addition of Brian Wilton, former general counsel for NJ Transit, who joins as a partner in the firm’s Newark office. Wilton brings more than 20 years of experience in government, Continue Reading