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Special Section: 2024 Women in Law
In The Legal Intelligencer's Women in Law special section, find tips and insights from a rising attorney, balancing work and personal aspirations, and finally, check out our biannual roundtable discussion.
Pa. Bill Would Raise State Damages Cap, but Plaintiffs Attorneys Are Not On Board
The plaintiffs bar has long fought to change the cap, but some lawyers said SB 1300 is not the way to do it.
With Potential Whistleblowers Around Every Corner, Companies Under Pressure to Sharpen Compliance
"Sometimes I have to say, 'Well, what about this? What about that?'" said Barbara Barrett, chief compliance officer of Reliant Care Management.
Pennsylvania Voters to Decide Key Statewide Races in Fall Election
Here is a look at Pennsylvania's major party candidates for attorney general, auditor general and treasurer.
Phila., Del. Firms Handling UArts' Ch. 7 Petition Fall Far Below Top Bankruptcy Rates
Fox Rothchild's Michael Menkowitz, formerly the firm's financial restructuring and bankruptcy chair, has the highest rate among all the attorneys listed on the matter, bringing in $1,160 per hour.
People in the News—Oct. 14, 2024—Barley Snyder, Duane Morris
Barley Snyder partner Latisha Bernard Schuenemann has been selected as the newest member of the Special Needs Alliance.
US Supreme Court Takes On Reverse Discrimination Case
On Oct. 4, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court granted certiorari to hear Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, a case from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The plaintiff in Ames alleged discrimination on the basis of her membership in a majority group—that is, Ames is what has come to be known as a "reverse discrimination" case.
America's Seniors Need Our Help
A 2021 survey by Legal Services Corp. showed that 62% of low-income seniors (those 65 and over) and 70% of those households had at least one civil legal problem in the preceding year. Among their findings: During this period, low-income seniors did not receive any or enough legal help for over 90% of their problems.
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring: Legal Considerations and Best Practices
As AI increasingly influences critical decisions in recruitment, important legal questions arise, particularly regarding bias, discrimination, transparency and accountability.
Finding a Place for Zoning and Pro Bono Service
Although the zoning board requires every case to offer facts and evidence establishing codified legal standards, one of the most vital aspects of any zoning case is the presentation of the outcome of a required community engagement process.Trending Stories
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