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Turning Down the Rancor Around DEI: Re-embracing the Value of—and Values Behind—Workplace Diversity Programs

It's time to step back and re-evaluate exactly what diversity, equity and inclusion mean for the workplace and for America's business communities.

By Dave Poston and John Brown

6 minute read

September 15, 2021 | Legaltech News

Avoiding Exposure for Your Employees' Exposure

As sites like OnlyFans have exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, one side effect has been the creation of a minefield for employers, HR professionals, and lawyers to navigate.

By John Browning, Spencer Fane

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June 01, 2020 | Texas Lawyer

Stir-Craziness During the Pandemic

We're all going a little stir-crazy during this pandemic, but sometimes it seems that someone has turned the occasional oddness of the legal system…

By John Browning

5 minute read

December 18, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

Only in Texas

Not long ago, I was reading about a case in North Dakota about a man arrested at an ice hockey arena for DWI—while driving the Zamboni. As it turns…

By John Browning

5 minute read

September 01, 2017 | Texas Lawyer

Five Ways This Column Will Amuse You (And You'll Never Believe Number Four)!

We've all seen "clickbait" titles and maybe we've even clicked on a few in our eagerness to be wowed by "revelations" about our favorite celebrities, or perhaps just to see photos of that internet staple – adorable kittens.

By John Browning

4 minute read

August 29, 2014 | Legaltech News

Dancing Around Facebook Spoliation

It's almost always a bad idea to tell clients to "clean up" their Facebook accounts.

By John Browning

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