The National Law Journal

March 24, 2008 | National Law Journal

The Wrongful Convictions Tax Relief Act of 2007 would furnish certain tax benefits to exonerated prisoners without prior felony convictions. But for the vast majority of inmates released on grounds of innocence taxes are the least of their worries. Few have a right to any indemnity for their horrendous ordeal: Only 22 states, the District of Columbia and the federal government have laws providing for compensation. Society owes a huge debt to exonerees � which it has failed even minimally to repay thus far.

By Vivian Berger / Special to The National Law Journal

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August 22, 2005 | National Law Journal

Justice O�Connor�s role on the Supreme Court was special, casting many decisive votes in politically charged cases. While Roberts� credentials are impressive, some worry that the Beltway insider�s nomination may cost the court the balance provided by O�Connor�s populism.

By Craig GreenSpecial to The National Law Journal

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October 20, 2008 | National Law Journal

Organizations that cannot bring to bear a diversity of ideas and perspectives to fashion and facilitate creative solutions to difficult issues are at a competitive disadvantage. Simple logic also compels the conclusion that diversity is important. In any increasingly diverse world, it is important to understand the people and communities with which one does business. These propositions lie at the heart of the Call to Action diversity initiative and are what prompted a summit of general counsel and law firm leaders in April to boost efforts to diversify the legal profession.

By Rick Palmore / Special to The National Law Journal

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December 05, 2005 | National Law Journal

Highlighted by Pres. Bush as he signed the CAFA into law, Illinois has earned a reputation as a favorable forum for the plaintiffs' class action bar. But the Illinois Supreme Court has reversed the entry of more than a $1b judgment and a lower court�s certification of a nationwide class.

By David Z. SmithSpecial to The National Law Journal

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June 23, 2008 | National Law Journal

Given the current market conditions and fierce competition among private equity funds for traditional target companies, many private equity funds are choosing to invest in the highly regulated health care services industry, either as part of a diversified portfolio strategy or as a primary investment focus. Legal counsel experienced in health care services transactions can help to guide investors through the continually shifting regulatory landscape and address the deal structuring necessary to manage risk and achieve investment objectives.

By Eric Klein / Special to The National Law Journal

13 minute read

September 26, 2005 | National Law Journal

When United Kingdom Home Secretary Charles Clarke recently announced tough anti-terrorist measures he particularly targeted for deportation firebrand Muslim clergy whose preaching stokes the fires of extremism. In doing so, he immediately raised human rights issues.

By Harry Reicher Special to The National Law Journal

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November 27, 2006 | National Law Journal

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is once again reviewing its media ownership rules. These are the rules that dictate the extent to which various types of media outlets may be commonly owned.

By Randolph J. May/Special to The National Law Journal

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September 04, 2006 | National Law Journal

Of all the urban legends about life as a first-year associate, the one that is debunked the fastest is the myth that first-years don't ever deal with, talk to or have an impact on clients.

By Kathleen Leicht/Special to The National Law Journal

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July 18, 2005 | National Law Journal

A trend is emerging in the field of white-collar crime that is unrelated to recent, well-publicized financial scandals. Local and federal prosecutors nationwide are increasingly considering criminal charges against corporations and their managers in connection with workplace injuries and deaths.

By Stephen G. Sozio and Earnest B. GregorySpecial to The National Law Journal

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August 01, 2005 | National Law Journal

Michigan House Bill No. 4752 would prohibit a guardian, who is the ward's spouse, from making a medical treatment decision to withhold or withdraw treatment, nourishment, or hydration from the ward that would result in the ward's death if the guardian has a marital conflict of interest.

By Lance TibblesSpecial to The National Law Journal

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