New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Ralph A. Catalano | September 27, 2018
No matter the reasons driving the decision to retain one lawyer for many defendants, the possibility that conflicts of interest may emerge among the clients lurks ominously over the entire arrangement, potentially threatening any prospect of a harmonious defense, and perhaps resulting in an ethical calamity for the attorney.
By Ellis Kim | September 27, 2018
In a twist in the saga over sexual misconduct allegations against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich of the District of Columbia denies an anonymous tip suggesting she was abused by the judge in the late 1990s.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Fara A. Cohen | September 27, 2018
Due to the popularity and appeal of college sports, sports-related scandals are usually the ones making the headlines. For example, in May 2016, Art Briles was dismissed as head football coach of Baylor University for mishandling sexual assault allegations against his student-athletes.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Carolyn R. Mirabile | September 27, 2018
Discovery in divorce is an important tool for attorneys that are often underutilized. Practitioners overlook the discovery process and often do not know what they are looking for or how the discovery process works.
By Ellis Kim | September 26, 2018
A third accuser has come forward, a Senate Democrat has filed a long shot lawsuit to block any vote, and Kavanaugh's attorney has hit the cable news circuit.
By Amanda Bronstad | September 26, 2018
At times against the objections of the lawyers, particularly for the defense, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Margaret Oldendorf interviewed jurors, reiterated jury instructions, ordered more oral arguments and replaced a juror with an alternate.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Andrew J. DeFalco | September 26, 2018
To many businesses, so-called “noncompetition” agreements are essential, particularly where employees or independent contractors will have access to confidential or proprietary business information during the course of their employment.
By Jenna Greene | September 26, 2018
When a solo practitioner called a "menace to the profession" by the Ninth Circuit has a higher Avvo score than Ted Olson, you know there are some flaws in the system. Avvo should thank the NY AG for forcing them to change.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Michael L. Hyman | September 26, 2018
The recent $7.5 million verdict for a St. Petersburg, Florida, condominium resident to compensate him for the injuries that he sustained in his community's hot tub is a telling example of the potential ramifications that can result when any defects in the working condition of these amenities are not properly addressed.
Delaware Business Court Insider | Commentary
By James H.S. Levine and Douglas D. Herrmann | September 26, 2018
Over the past 25 years, the emergence of electronic communications has dramatically altered the landscape of discovery. As new technologies develop and become more prevalent, the scope of what is considered appropriate or necessary in e-discovery continues to evolve.
Presented by BigVoodoo
Join General Counsel and Senior Legal Leaders at the Premier Forum Designed For and by General Counsel from Fortune 1000 Companies
Celebrating achievement, excellence, and innovation in the legal profession in the UK.
Join the industry's top owners, investors, developers, brokers and financiers for the real estate healthcare event of the year!
The County Counsel's Office is recruiting for a Litigation Attorney. These positions provide legal advice, assistance and representation in ...
Harter Secrest & Emery LLP is seeking a mid- to senior-level Employee Benefits attorney for the firm s Rochester, Buffalo or Albany offi...
***Location is in Edison, New Jersey*** We are a busy Central New Jersey Defense Firm specializing in Workers Compensation Law. We service...