McTeague, Higbee, MacAdam, Case, Cohen & Whitney, P.A. v. MacAdam

**Law Firm Partner Dispute Over Money and Clients** This case involved a dispute between a law firm (McTeague, Higbee, MacAdam, Case, Cohen & Whitney) and one of its former partners, MacAdam. When MacAdam left the firm, disagreements arose over money he was owed and how certain business matters should be handled. The firm sued MacAdam for breach of contract, claiming he violated the terms of their partnership agreement. The court made a mixed ruling that partially favored both sides. The judge denied the law firm's request to appoint a special referee to oversee the dispute, saying it was too early for that step. However, the court did grant some protection by ordering that disputed funds be placed in a court-controlled account and requiring the firm to reimburse MacAdam for certain pre-departure expenses. The court also denied MacAdam's request for an injunction regarding insurance notices but required the firm to notify insurers about the competing claims. This case shows that when employees have contractual disputes with employers over money or departure terms, courts will take steps to protect disputed funds while the case proceeds, ensuring neither side can improperly access contested money during litigation.