Recent Publications

Race-Based Traffic Stop Data No Longer Required
June 2010

Since 2002 law enforcement agencies in Maryland have been required to adopt policies against race-based traffic stops and to collect data relating to traffic stops. Maryland law no longer the collection of the data. Please click here to read the bulletin.

Supreme Court Brief of Amicus Curiae Aetna Inc. in Support of Petitioner
January 2010

Funk & Bolton attorneys recently filed an amicus curiae brief in the Supreme Court of the United States. The brief focuses on whether an action seeking coverage and benefits under a plan covered by the Federal Employees Health Benefits Act (FEHBA) is subject to complete preemption and removable to federal court. The Seventh Circuit determined complete preemption was inapplicable and directed remand to state court. Oral argument is scheduled for March 2010. The collaborative briefing effort was led by Counsel of Record, Bryan D. Bolton, with strong support from Michael P. Cunningham and Scott R. Jamison. A copy of the brief may be found in the firm's brief bank.

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News and Notes

Jennifer Lubinski elected President of Maryland Defense Counsel
June 2010
Jennifer S. Lubinski was elected President of Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc. on June 3, 2010. Maryland Defense Counsel, the local affiliate of the Defense Research Institute, is a statewide organization of defense attorneys dedicated to the integrity and preservation of the civil justice system.

Maryland Daily Record Article Quotes Karen Kruger
March 2010
In his article "A Delicate Condition: Pregnancy Discrimination Claims on the Rise," Steve Lash quotes Funk & Bolton member Karen Kruger on the subject of lawsuits under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. Read the article here.

Advocate Features Elissa Levan
January 2010
The Advocate of Westminster & Finksburg recently published an article about Funk & Bolton member Elissa D. Levan beginning her position as attorney for the City of Westminster. Read a copy of the article here or visit the website.