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October 28, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Building on a Legacy: Kim Taylor and Nate Brooks Propel JAMS Forward

JAMS may be the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services today, but the company got its start in 1979 with a simple, ambitious…

By JAMS

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October 28, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Tiered Clauses in Dispute Resolution: The Role of Adjudication as an Influence on Mediated Settlements

My first job after law school was as an assistant district attorney in Massachusetts. In my first six months on the job, I probably tried more than 50…

By By Richard Birke

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October 24, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Coastal Flood Rules - The Culmination and Most Controversial of New Jersey's Climate Change Regulatory Reforms

This past summer, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection ("NJDEP") proposed significant regulatory changes to address climate change…

By By John G. Valeri

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October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Mental Health In The Workplace: Reasonable Accommodations Are Not One-Size-Fits-All

Now, more than ever, a spotlight has been placed on the importance of mental health and the often-overlooked need for people to consider and address their…

By Lindsay A. Dischley and Brigitte M. Gladis

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October 14, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Upholding The Election Process – A Call to Action for Pennsylvania Attorneys

As an attorney, you understand the critical importance of the rule of law. Now, more than ever, it is vital for election officials to follow the law and…

By By Melody Clarke

3 minute read

October 02, 2024 | Law.com

What AI is Good For, and What It's Not: Understanding Hallucinations

AI, especially in the realm of large language models (LLMs), is rapidly reshaping industries, from legal services to healthcare. However, it's important…

By By Ruli

5 minute read

September 27, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Mediating Trade Secret Cases: Insights for In-House Counsel

Trade secret disputes involving high-level executives or R&D employees are complex and demand immediate attention due to the high stakes and litigation…

By By Karl Bayer and Gary Fowler

7 minute read

September 27, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Beyond the Courtroom: Embracing Mediation Advocacy

Conflicts are inevitable, but litigation is not. Because mediation is designed to avoid expensive and slow litigation, parties (including those who spend…

By By Jeff Senger

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September 24, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

When and Why General Counsel Should Choose Mediation

Mediation is an effective option for companies looking to minimize the distractions and expense of lengthy litigation matters. When should general counsel…

By By: The Honorable Joseph A. Dickson and Nicholas A. Grieco, Chairs of CSG Law's Alternative Dispute Resolution Group

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September 06, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Growth of Women's Sports Creates a Path for Gender Parity

One of the top stories in the global sports industry has been the spike in consumer and commercial interest in women's sports. In the U.S., the most…

By By The Meritas Sports Law Group

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