By Cheryl Miller | June 6, 2018
The election results close the book on a divisive campaign that raised difficult questions about how the judicial system handles violence against women, how the public views judicial decision-making and independence and how judges under political fire should respond.
By Tony Mauro | Marcia Coyle | June 4, 2018
Misconduct in the federal courts is more than "isolated," a judiciary working group reports. “Of the inappropriate behavior that does occur, incivility, disrespect, or crude behavior are more common than sexual harassment,” the report, released Monday, stated.
By Cheryl Miller | June 1, 2018
Five judge—including Aaron Persky, the target of a recall campaign—could lose their jobs on Tuesday. Here's what to know.
By Cheryl Miller | June 1, 2018
Brown's superior court selections include Duane Morris partner Richard Seabolt; Wendy W. Y. Chang, a partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson; and William Crowfoot, an assistant U.S. attorney and former senior associate at Paul Hastings. Scroll down for a full list of the appointments.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Scott Silverman | June 1, 2018
The jury trial is sacred in American jurisprudence. It is enshrined in our state and federal constitutions. It the reason courthouses have courtrooms and not just chambers.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By James M. Beck | May 31, 2018
Pennsylvania appellate practitioners recite like a mantra the necessity of filing post-trial motions prior to an appeal—and not without reason. Pa R. Civ. P. 227.1 requires that post-trial motions be filed within 10 days of the final decision to preserve issues for appeal.
The Legal Intelligencer | Expert Opinion
By Samuel C. Stretton | May 31, 2018
I saw the proposed amendments to the Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct, particularly Rule 8.4(g). This involves professional discipline for harassment or discrimination. Has this been adopted yet?
By Samantha Joseph | May 31, 2018
Broward Circuit Court, Broward County and Fort Lauderdale are collaborating to create neighborhood justice centers that focus on rehabilitation and recovery rather than punishment.
Delaware Business Court Insider | Commentary
By Ellis E. Herington | May 30, 2018
What obligations does a board of directors owe to a controlling stockholder? What actions can a board of directors take against a controlling stockholder?
By Tony Mauro | May 30, 2018
Justice Neil Gorsuch's recusal made it possible that the court was divided 4-4 on the outcome in City of Hays v. Vogt—which sometimes has led the court to dismiss cases. The high court sometimes explains its reasons for dismissing a case, but not this time.
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