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April 07, 2023 | BenefitsPro

'Loud layoffs' at tech companies are sending mixed messages to other employers

The recent high-profile layoffs at Apple, Google and Microsoft may make it seem like the labor market is in trouble, but six in 10 employers say they are not planning layoffs, according to a new report.

By Willa Hart

3 minute read

July 21, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Letter: Advocacy for Action Reacts to Judicial Appointment

"If ... talent, experience, temperament, merit, competence and abilities are necessary qualities for a judge, maybe someone can explain why Governor Kemp appointed a politician with little or no trial experience over a diverse candidate with extensive judicial experience to the Fulton County Superior Court? We cannot," the writers said.

By Retired Superior Court Judge Thelma Wyatt Moore, Former Superior Court Judge Bettianne Hart, Charles Johnson, Suzy Ockleberry, Wayne Kendall (Advocacy for Action)

9 minute read

January 04, 2021 | International Edition

Why Are Women Still Failing to Reach Top Jobs at Law Firms; What Will and Won't Help?

Firms won't improve diversity through initiatives designed just to tick the diversity box.

By Lisa Hart Shepherd, Thomson Reuters

6 minute read

November 05, 2020 | International Edition

Economic Headwinds of COVID 19 – What Legal Disputes Are on the Horizon?

RPC head of disputes Simon Hart assesses the four factors which might define litigation post-COVID.

By Simon Hart, RPC

5 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

COVID-19 Calls for Increased Monitoring of Remote Workforce

Covid-19 has forced many employers to quickly adapt to a remote work arrangement, often without much preparation or consideration of applicable law. Consequently, there is a surge in Covid-19 related litigation. In order to minimize legal risk and to ensure legal compliance, employers are faced with an increased need to monitor remote workers, especially non-exempt employees. This article addresses key issues and best practices for employers to navigate these challenging times.

By Mitchell Boyarsky and Jillian Hart

8 minute read

August 28, 2019 | Legaltech News

Takeaways of an ILTACON First-Timer—Inviting More Lawyers to Come Next Time!

As a recovering lawyer and legal tech entrepreneur, Jennifer Hart attended her first-ever ILTACON by participating in the Startup Hub. Here are her top five takeaways.

By Jennifer Hart, Connective Counsel

6 minute read

June 03, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

How Midsize Law Firms Can Clear a Path to Client Service Innovation

The easiest place to innovate is looking for ways to improve client relationships. Retaining clients and winning new ones has value that every single attorney understands.

By Jennifer Hart

7 minute read

October 19, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal

Opportunity Zones: Guidance on the Horizon

This bipartisan legislation has been heralded as a program with potential to become one of the most impactful federal incentives for encouraging capital investment in low income, distressed communities ever to be enacted.

By Marcy N. Hart

7 minute read

August 06, 2018 | Legaltech News

Five Takeaways from Recent Cybersecurity Developments by Colorado and the SEC

Colorado recently adopted a new law expanding companies' obligations in the event of a cybersecurity incident and establishing new data security and disposal obligations. Recent announcements by the SEC likewise emphasize important responsive points for both companies and their personnel.

By Brian Neil Hoffman, Holland & Hart

2 minute read

April 09, 2018 | Daily Report Online

Georgia Judicial Appointments Are at a Crossroads Concerning Diversity: Letter

The pernicious trope of diversity as antithetical to excellence continues to be used as cover for the appalling lack of inclusivity in the governor's appointments where it matters most.

By Advocacy For Action, Inc. and PAC; Retired Judge Thelma Wyatt Moore; Judge Bettianne Hart; Wayne Kendall; Suzy Ockleberry

5 minute read