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implied waiver in New Hampshire

12 New Hampshire opinions name it 1 courts 1983–2015 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by New Hampshire courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (13)

CaseFollowedCited
Desclos v. Southern New Hampshire Medical Centergreen
nh · 2006 · cited in 2 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
2 sentences

2011Indeed, in the civil context, "[t]here is broad agreement ... that the holder of a psychotherapist-patient privilege will impliedly waive the privilege by bringing a cause of action that requires use of the privileged material to prove the elements of the case." Desclos, 153 N.H. at 613 , 903 A.2d 952 (emphasis added). *818 The defendant urges us to "recognize that a similar implied waiver of [the] physician/psychotherapist-patient privilege applies in the criminal context, just as [we] ha[ve] recognized the implied waiver of the attorney-client privilege when a defendant claims ineffective as

2011Indeed, in the civil context, "[t]here is broad agreement ... that the holder of a psychotherapist-patient privilege will impliedly waive the privilege by bringing a cause of action that requires use of the privileged material to prove the elements of the case." Desclos, 153 N.H. at 613 , 903 A.2d 952 (emphasis added). *818 The defendant urges us to "recognize that a similar implied waiver of [the] physician/psychotherapist-patient privilege applies in the criminal context, just as [we] ha[ve] recognized the implied waiver of the attorney-client privilege when a defendant claims ineffective as

22
Petition of Deangreen
nh · 1998 · cited in 3 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2006–2011
2 sentences

2011See id. at 612-15 , 903 A.2d 952 (medical negligence case); Petition of Dean, 142 N.H. 889, 890-91 , 711 A.2d 257 (1998) (ineffective assistance of counsel case).

2011See id. at 612-15 , 903 A.2d 952 (medical negligence case); Petition of Dean, 142 N.H. 889, 890-91 , 711 A.2d 257 (1998) (ineffective assistance of counsel case).

13
Gianola v. Continental Casualty Co.green
nh · 2003 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015“Thus, an implied waiver must be predicated upon acts or conduct of the insurer, after knowledge of a breach, tending to show a recognition of the validity of the policy, and an intent to relinquish the right to avoid it for the known breach.” Id. (quotation, ellipsis, and emphasis omitted).

2015See id.

11
Rose v. Clarkgreen
scotus · 1986 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009Clark, 478 U.S. at 574 , 106 S.ct. 3101 (quotation omitted).

2009Clark, 478 U.S. at 574 (quotation omitted).

11
Nelson v. Lewisgreen
nh · 1987 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
1 sentence

2006Nelson v. Lewis, 130 N.H. 106, 110 (1987); Dean, 142 N.H. at 890-91 . “[Implied] waiver is only partial.

11
A. W. Therrien Co. v. Maryland Casualty Co.green
nh · 1951 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003Thus, an implied waiver must be predicated upon “acts or conduct of the insurer, after knowledge of a breach,... tending to show a recognition of the validity of the policy, and an intent to relinquish the right to avoid it for the known breach.” Therrien, 97 N.H. at 183 (quotation omitted; emphasis added).

11
Richard L. Conkling, Cross-Appellee. v. Bert S. Turner, Nichols Construction Corp., David R. Carpenter, Cross-Appellantsgreen
ca5 · 1989 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
1 sentence

1995Id. at 581 ; accord Mountain States Tel. & Tel., 780 P.2d at 543-44 ; Conkling v. Turner, 883 F.2d 431, 434 (5th Cir. 1989).

11
Mountain States Telephone & Telegraph Co. v. DiFedegreen
colo · 1989 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
1 sentence

1995Id. at 581 ; accord Mountain States Tel. & Tel., 780 P.2d at 543-44 ; Conkling v. Turner, 883 F.2d 431, 434 (5th Cir. 1989).

11
Bow v. Plummergreen
nh · 1918 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11
Wooster v. Plymouthgreen
nh · 1882 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
1 sentence

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11
Sousa v. Stategreen
nh · 1975 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11
Logic Associates, Inc. v. Time Share Corp.green
nh · 1984 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1985–1985
2 sentences

1985See Logic Associates, Inc. v. Time Share Corp., 124 N.H. 565, 571 , 474 A.2d 1006, 1010 (1984) (waiver may be inferred from a course of conduct).

1985See Logic Associates, Inc. v. Time Share Corp., 124 N.H. 565, 571 , 474 A.2d 1006, 1010 (1984) (waiver may be inferred from a course of conduct).

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State v. Butlergreen
nh · 1977 · cited in 1 New Hampshire opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
2 sentences

1983This case, however, illustrates the danger of relying on an implied waiver, as we warned in State v. Butler, 117 N.H. 888, 891 , 379 A.2d 827, 829 (1977).

1983This case, however, illustrates the danger of relying on an implied waiver, as we warned in State v. Butler, 117 N.H. 888, 891 , 379 A.2d 827, 829 (1977).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in New Hampshire. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (6)

CaseCitedYears
North Country Environmental Services, Inc. v. Town of Bethlehem green
nh · 2001
1 sentence

2015Id.

12015–2015
Renovest Co. v. Hodges Development Corp. green
nh · 1991
1 sentence

2001“Whether an implied waiver occurred is a question of fact, and we will not overturn the trial judge’s determination that . . . waiver occurred, unless such a finding is clearly erroneous.” Id.

12001–2001
Hearn v. Rhay green
waed · 1975
1 sentence

1995Id. at 581 ; accord Mountain States Tel. & Tel., 780 P.2d at 543-44 ; Conkling v. Turner, 883 F.2d 431, 434 (5th Cir. 1989).

11995–1995
Kleban v. Morris green
mo · 1952
2 sentences

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11991–1991
39th-40th Corp. v. Port of New York Authority green
nysupct · 1946
1 sentence

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11991–1991
Jackson County v. McGlasson neutral
tenn · 1934
1 sentence

1991Although the plaintiff has presented us with authority from several jurisdictions finding an implied waiver when a State’s agent filed only a general appearance or failed to raise sovereign immunity in a timely fashion, see, e.g., Kleban v. Morris, 363 Mo. 7 , 247 S.W.2d 832 (1952); 39th-40th Corporation v. Port of New York Author., 65 N.Y.S.2d 712 (1946); Jackson County v. McGlasson, 167 Tenn. (3 Beeler) 311, 69 S.W.2d 887 (1934), the offered precedents do not persuade us that New Hampshire courts may hear an action where the State Legislature has not vested the courts with subject matter jur

11991–1991

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NH § N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 330-A:32 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

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