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Christine Schiffner

Christine Schiffner

Bureau Chief for the National Law Journal in Washington, D.C. Former newsroom manager for The Associated Press as well as for various international media organizations. Contact her at: [email protected] or follow her on Twitter: @CSchiffnerNLJ .

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June 10, 2022 | National Law Journal

Class Action Defense Lawyers Do Talk About Claim Rates

"Let's talk about claim rates. But let's do it honestly and with a focus on what is reasonable—not arbitrary thresholds."

By Jeffrey Jacobson, Justin Kay, Blake Angelino

8 minute read

June 09, 2022 | National Law Journal

Five Takeaways From a New Ruling That Trump Lawyer John Eastman Disclose His Emails

Trump's followers might learn from the failed Jan. 6 coup attempt. Before 2024, there is plenty of time to regroup. Only a committed and organized citizenry can stop the assault on our democracy and our freedom.

By Dennis Aftergut

5 minute read

June 09, 2022 | National Law Journal

The Firmest Pillar: The Argument for an Independent Investigation Into the Supreme Court Leak

The leak has shaken that pillar, but the thoughtful and careful handling of this issue, perhaps through an independent investigation, could help settle the trembling and restore confidence in our courts.

By Joe D. Whitley

5 minute read

June 07, 2022 | National Law Journal

Is the Metaverse Plaintiffs Firms' New Chatbot?

Opening an office in the metaverse is an exciting proposition for a growing number of plaintiffs firms. As with any new technological frontier, firms are weighing business opportunity against data safety concerns.

By Christine Schiffner

5 minute read

June 06, 2022 | National Law Journal

The Justices Should Fix Their Written Recusal Policy Before the 2024 Presidential Election

The 2020 election may well not be the last occasion where family recusal issues arise in presidential post-election disputes—the justices should review and fix their recusal policy.

By Richard D. Bernstein

9 minute read

June 06, 2022 | National Law Journal

NFTs: What Lawyers Need to Know to Help Clients Navigate This Emerging Space

Some call it hype. Others see limitless potential. Either way, it is critical for lawyers and advisers to understand NFTs from a business, technical and legal perspective.

By Michael Kasdan

10 minute read

June 06, 2022 | National Law Journal

Plaintiffs Firms Eye Metaverse as Growth Target for Litigation

From data privacy concerns to cryptocurrency fraud and identity theft, plaintiffs attorneys view the nascent metaverse as a growth market for future litigation.

By Christine Schiffner

6 minute read

June 01, 2022 | National Law Journal

As Biden Pushes for Zero-Emission Fleet, Lawyers Face Challenges to Implement Transition

The transition to a zero-emission federal vehicle fleet will require a clear ESG and legislative strategy—executive orders pushing for this change won't do it alone.

By Christine Schiffner

7 minute read

June 01, 2022 | National Law Journal

Amid Abortion Debate, Could Women's Health Apps Lead to Criminal Prosecution?

Several plaintiffs firms have been litigating against Flo Health over alleged misuse of personal data about their users' menstrual cycles. The current abortion debate might give the app a different kind of relevance.

By Christine Schiffner

6 minute read

May 31, 2022 | National Law Journal

As Tech Giants Push for IP Reform, Plaintiffs Firms See New Momentum for Litigation

Historically hard-pressed to afford lengthy battles with Big Tech, smaller companies—and plaintiffs firms—are seeing glimmers of hope through litigation funding and friendlier juries.

By Christine Schiffner

6 minute read