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One World International Practice…

One World International Practice Blog

Covers judicial and regulatory decisions as well as topics and trends in international litigation, international dispute resolution, and international investigations, regulatory compliance, and enforcement. By Cadwaladar.

http://blog.internationalpractice.org/

Oct 24
Norex Decision, Long in Federal Court, Now Dismissed By State Court Using Borrowing Statute To Shorten Applicable Limitations Period

Norex Decision, Long in Federal Court, Now Dismissed By State Court Using Borrowing Statute To Shorten Applicable Limitations Period

We have posted on the meanderings of the Norex case in federal court (e.g., here). After dismissal from federal court, Norex sued in state court. Norex Petroleum Ltd. v. Leonard Blavatnik, et al., Index No. 650591/11 (Sup. Ct. N.Y.…
Sep 4
Court Denies Non-U.S. Company’s Attempt To Avoid Default, Citing Agency Relationship Between Parent and Sub Justifying Earlier Exercise of Jurisdiction Over Non-U.S. Parent

Court Denies Non-U.S. Company’s Attempt To Avoid Default, Citing Agency Relationship Between Parent and Sub Justifying Earlier Exercise of Jurisdiction Over Non-U.S. Parent

The drywall litigation, arising from the installation into U.S. homes of allegedly defective drywall from China, has included a great many noteworthy international practice issues. Many companies have settled. Others have continued to…
Aug 28
Eleventh Circuit Finds Moot a Post-Judgment Challenge to a Confirmed Arbitral Award, Even When the Challenge Is Made in a Primary Jurisdiction Under the New York Convention

Eleventh Circuit Finds Moot a Post-Judgment Challenge to a Confirmed Arbitral Award, Even When the Challenge Is Made in a Primary Jurisdiction Under the New York Convention

Ingaseosas International Co. v. Aconcagua Investing Ltd., No. 11-10914 (11th Cir. 2012) (unpublished), involves an interesting application of the primary vs secondary jurisdiction doctrine under the New York Convention as well as the…

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Osterberg's Blog

Thoughts on intellectual property and federal court business litigation. By Eric Osterberg.

http://www.osterbergllc.com/blog/

Oct 8
Do patent and copyright law restrict competition and creativity excessively? Posner

Do patent and copyright law restrict competition and creativity excessively? Posner

I am concerned that both patent and copyright protection, though particularly the former, may be excessive. via www.becker-posner-blog.com I disagree with the author regarding fair use. The problem he posits is better addressed by the…
Sep 28
Three Things You Should Have in Your NDA, But May Not

Three Things You Should Have in Your NDA, But May Not

1. A requirement that the party receiving confidential information identify all personnel who are given access to the information, make them aware of the NDA and insure that they are bound by it. Identification is particularly important, in…
Sep 5
The Latest From the Federal Circuit on Injunctions, Sunset Royalties, and Future Royalty Rate

The Latest From the Federal Circuit on Injunctions, Sunset Royalties, and Future Royalty Rate

Even if you win your patent infringement case, you still may not get an injunction prohibiting ongoing infringement. In a case decided last month by the Federal Circuit, ActiveVideo v.

Rank this Week: 3851

Vegas Litigator Blog

Focuses on litigation and related issues of interest. By Donald C. Kudler.

http://vegaslitigator.com/blog

Oct 8
Offers of Judgment in Nevada State Court

Offers of Judgment in Nevada State Court

Nevada has both a Statute and a Court Rule allowing any party to make an Offer of Judgment on an opposing party. The Rules are given a specific purpose: NRCP 68 and [NRS 17.115] are designed to facilitate and encourage settlement. They do so…
May 14
Negligence Per Se as Proof of Fault

Negligence Per Se as Proof of Fault

What happens when a person breaks a law and injures another person? The Law has developed an answer known as “negligence per se.” “Per se” means “in itself” – the negligence per se doctrine holds a person responsible for the…
Feb 10
Sometimes Pride Makes You Write Off Topic

Sometimes Pride Makes You Write Off Topic

So, last night my wife, Ondine Darcyl, got an email that she and her music were featured in a blog about jazz. It’s so great to see Ondine get the recognition she deserves. It’s also great to know that more people might find her music…

Rank this Week: 4213

Northern District of California…

Northern District of California Blog

Covers court orders in primarily civil cases from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. By Michael O'Brien.

http://www.ndcalblog.com/

Oct 7
Question 5 - The Angry Decedent Strikes Again Will

Question 5 - The Angry Decedent Strikes Again Will

This question I would rate as a fastball. There are a lot of issues to fly through, but they are the same issues tested in virtually every Wills question since 1980. If you studied the California Probate Code (CPC) you probably did fine.…
Oct 7
Question 3: Can I get a witness? (California Evidence) California Bar Exam

Question 3: Can I get a witness? (California Evidence) California Bar Exam

This is the first of three criminal questions on this test, the most in recent memory since criminal subjects are rarely tested compared to torts and constitutional law. This question is probably to calibrate the testing group…
Oct 7
Question Four: Who wants to be a Dental Hygienist (Contracts, Remedies)

Question Four: Who wants to be a Dental Hygienist (Contracts, Remedies)

Question Four is a pretty standard contracts and remedies question. I score this one as a curveball because you have to untangle the contract mess in order to get to the remedies question. I provided a pair of pretty good strategies for…

Rank this Week: 1859

My Legal Briefcase Blog

Covers the convergence of law and technology, with a focus on small claims.

http://www.mylegalbriefcase.com/blog/

Sep 11
Parents: Does Your Child’s Public School have Social Media Policies?

Parents: Does Your Child’s Public School have Social Media Policies?

As students return to classrooms in September for yet another (exciting) academic year, parents should think about how the kids’ schools manage access to and use of social media. As today’s youth increasingly becomes plugged into the…
Sep 6
What should one do when the separating parties are in two different countries?

What should one do when the separating parties are in two different countries?

Separation is difficult when both husband and wife are in the same country. When they are in different countries, the challenge to resolve the differences becomes even greater. Take for example a situation where the girl is fromCanadaand the…
Sep 4
How are family violence cases dealt with in Canada?

How are family violence cases dealt with in Canada?

Physical violence in the family is treated as an assault in Canada in about the last 15 years. Violence takes many forms and it can be verbal, psychological, or physical. It is more common than is realized because it is not always talked…

Rank this Week: 4840

California Business Litigation…

California Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers bustiness litigation issues. By Bassi Edlin Huie & Blum LLP.

http://www.californiabusinesslitigationlawyerblog.com/

Jul 27
Did Mensing Sound The Death Knell For Metoclopramide Cases In California?

Did Mensing Sound The Death Knell For Metoclopramide Cases In California?

Last year the United States Supreme Court held in Pliva, Inc. v. Mensing, No. 09-993 (June 23, 2011) that the Hatch-Waxman Amendments to the federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) preempted state law, failure to warn claims against…
Jun 1
Federal Appeals Court To Decide If "Liking" A Facebook Page Is Protected Speech

Federal Appeals Court To Decide If "Liking" A Facebook Page Is Protected Speech

In an earlier post I discussed the case of Bland v. Roberts, Civ. Action No. 4:11cv45 (Apr.
May 30
Federal Appeals Court To Decide If "Liking" A Facebook Page Is Protected Speech

Federal Appeals Court To Decide If "Liking" A Facebook Page Is Protected Speech

In an earlier post I discussed the case of Bland v. Roberts, Civ. Action No. 4:11cv45 (Apr.

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New York Injury Attorney Blog

Covers recent court decisions and injury topics. Published By New York injury lawyer, Mark A. Eskenazi

http://www.newyorkinjuryattorneyblog.com/

Jul 24
Sports Injuries: Watch the Birdie

Sports Injuries: Watch the Birdie

New York Appellate Division, Second Department: Gibbons v. Pine Bush Central School District One tends not to think of badminton as a contact sport, but apparently dangers lurk on the court.
Jun 1
Slander Per Se: Gay New World?

Slander Per Se: Gay New World?

New York Appellate Division, Third Department: Yonaty v. Mincolla
Apr 16
Domestic Animals: Horsing Around Doesn’t Pay

Domestic Animals: Horsing Around Doesn’t Pay

New York Appellate Division, Third Department: Bloomer v. Shauger The Third Department revisits injuries caused by domestic animals in the sad tale of loss between lifelong equine pals.

Rank this Week: 4721

Alaska Law Blog

Alaska Law Blog covers commercial, business, banking, construction, engineering, real estate, and employment law litigation. By the Anchorage, Alaska Litigation Law Firm of Atkinson, Conway & Gagnon.

http://www.alaskalawblog.com/

Jul 18
Commercial & Residential Landlord-Tenant Law Seminar

Commercial & Residential Landlord-Tenant Law Seminar

On September 27, 2012, Christopher Slottee, a partner with Atkinson Conway & Gagnon, will be participating in a seminar on Commercial & Residential Landlord-Tenant Law. Mr. Slottee will be presenting information and materials on Alaska law…
Jul 2
Atkinson Conway & Gagnon Attorneys Contribute To Legal Publication On Attorney Malpractice

Atkinson Conway & Gagnon Attorneys Contribute To Legal Publication On Attorney Malpractice

Atkinson Conway & Gagnon is pleased to announce that Bruce E. Gagnon and Christopher J. Slottee have contributed to a new publication, The Law of Lawyers Liability, a collection of articles discussing the state of legal malpractice law in all…
Mar 20
Where To Go To Resolve Your Securities Claims? FINRA Abritration.

Where To Go To Resolve Your Securities Claims? FINRA Abritration.

Most people know that it is a good idea to hire an attorney when entering contracts, creating a will or trust, or engaging in litigation. What you may not know is that you can, and often should, hire an attorney for arbitrations. With…

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E-Discovery Bytes

A practical resource for issues in e-discovery. Published Quarles & Brady.

http://ediscovery.quarles.com/

Jul 11
Florida Supreme Court Juices Up E-Discovery Requirement

Florida Supreme Court Juices Up E-Discovery Requirement

On July 5, 2012, the Florida Supreme Court adopted seven amendments to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure (“Fla. R. Civ. P. ___”). See In re Amendments to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure -- Electronic Discovery, ____ So.3d ____,…
Jul 2
"One Ring to Rule Them All?" E-Discovery Search Methodology in Patent Litigation in Light of Recent Model Orders and Case Law

"One Ring to Rule Them All?" E-Discovery Search Methodology in Patent Litigation in Light of Recent Model Orders and Case Law

Two Model Rules from the E-discovery-Kings under the sky: Five or eight custodians for Tech-Lords in their courts of stone; The vast production of metadata, perhaps doomed to die; Five or ten search terms for the Dark Lord's e-mail on his…
Jun 26
Be Careful What You Ask For: Two New Cases Seek to Limit Burdensome E-Discovery Request

Be Careful What You Ask For: Two New Cases Seek to Limit Burdensome E-Discovery Request

Most of you know the story: either the plaintiff wants everything under the sun from the defendant as part of discovery but has no documents of its own to produce, or two big companies hit each other with unreasonable discovery requests to…

Rank this Week: 3992

Austin Personal Injury Blog

Litigation and injury news, cases and commentary. By Perlmutter & Schuelke, LLP.

http://www.civtrial.com/blog/

Jun 12
Do Personal Injury Lawyers Make A Difference?

Do Personal Injury Lawyers Make A Difference?

One of my favorite things is disbursements — giving clients their checks from settlements or judgments. Today, I’m making disbursements in a settlement of a car wreck case, and the case is an example of how personal injury lawyers can…
Jun 12
Eagle Ford Shale and Trucking Accident

Eagle Ford Shale and Trucking Accident

The past two weekends, I’ve had to make working trips to the Texas coast (and I didn’t even see the beach on either trip). The one thing that struck me on the drives was the increase in traffic, especially trucking traffic.
Jun 11
Motorcycle Accidents: ROT Rally Motorcycle Fatalitie

Motorcycle Accidents: ROT Rally Motorcycle Fatalitie

Austin’s annual Republic of Texas (ROT) Rally has come and gone, and again we’ve had too many motorcycle fatalities. This year, three motorcyclists were killed during the weekend. In the first incident, a rider crashed into a…

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Video and the Law

Covers the history, the apps and the players that use video in litigation. By Chris Ballard.

http://www.videoandthelaw.com/

Jun 11
VIDEO ENHANCEMENT: New Law Enforcement Video System Premiere

VIDEO ENHANCEMENT: New Law Enforcement Video System Premiere

Now, more than ever, you have another golden opportunity to discover forensic video of your accident site. As previous discussed in a separate blog post, there are 5 or 6 different avenues to find video and/or stills of your accident…
May 25
Trial Presentation: Apple's War Strategy for Trial

Trial Presentation: Apple's War Strategy for Trial

Get the duct tape or gaffer's tape ready! Every trial presentation expert already knows to follow the old Boy Scout's rule and always be prepared. That's why they pack duct or gaffer's tape in their trial bag, ready to tape down cords and…
Mar 26
iPad in Law Practice: Giving Clients iPad

iPad in Law Practice: Giving Clients iPad

3 million iPad 3's were sold over its recent launch weekend. Since its inception over 55 million iPads are in use today. Like doctors and airlines, architects and car dealers, law firms are discovering new ways to utilize the power of…

Rank this Week: 1995

The e-Discovery Myth

Dispelling misconceived notions related to e-Discovery. By LeClair Ryan.

http://e-discoverymyth.com/

May 24
E-Discovery: It’s What’s For Lunch

E-Discovery: It’s What’s For Lunch

Electronic discovery presents so many new challenges to the practice of law. At our Discovery Solutions Practice (“DSP”), projects are typically large and complex, and the stakes are high.
May 21
eDiscovery Can Improve with Lessons Learned from “oDiscovery”

eDiscovery Can Improve with Lessons Learned from “oDiscovery”

In college, I joined Navy ROTC. The summer of my first year, I was a midshipman aboard a “fast frigate” for a month. I spent a great deal of time chipping paint. I spent the first week using a handheld paint chipper. The second week,…
May 8
Are You Ready for the Next Step in Document Review Technology?

Are You Ready for the Next Step in Document Review Technology?

Adding to this week’s Da Silva’s appeal affirmation is the Circuit Court of Loudoun County, Virginia’s support of the use of predictive coding as a culling method for document review. In Global Aerospace, Inc. v.

Rank this Week: 4199

Ross' Arbitration Blog

Covers labor and employment arbitration. By Ross Runkel.

http://www.lawmemo.com/arbitrationblog/

May 20
Arbitrator improperly imposed class arbitration

Arbitrator improperly imposed class arbitration

The 5th Circuit has held that an arbitrator improperly imposed class arbitration where the agreement was silent on that point. The dispute must be arbitrated, but on an individual basis rather than as a class action. Reed v. Florida Metro…
Jan 22
NLRB arbitration deferral to change?

NLRB arbitration deferral to change?

Here is the NLRB's January 20 press release, announcing the General Counsel's intent to try to get the Board to change its arbitration deferral policy: Citing concerns about delays in processing grievances through parties’…
Jan 10
Credit card holders must arbitrate claim

Credit card holders must arbitrate claim

The US Supreme Court held today that the Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA) does not trump the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) requirement that an arbitration agreement must be enforced according to its terms. CompuCredit Corp v.…

Rank this Week: 1640

TortDeform

A civil justice defense blog. By the Drum Major Institute for Public Policy.

http://www.tortdeform.com/

May 20
The Politics Behind Tort Reform

The Politics Behind Tort Reform

Hello, and welcome back after that fifteen-month intermission. I've been too busy helping people to blog about the forces that want to prevent me from helping people. To dip my toe back in the blogging water, I thought I'd give a…
Feb 17
The value of a human life and damage cap

The value of a human life and damage cap

Even if we go with the Bush-era figure of $6.8 million, you’re far above the often-proposed cap of $250,000 for noneconomic damages. I’m morally opposed to ANY damage cap because I don’t believe that you can set a flat rate on every…
Feb 9
Business Litigation vs. Malpractice Litigation–Let’s Get Some Perspective

Business Litigation vs. Malpractice Litigation–Let’s Get Some Perspective

Which is a greater tragedy: A child dying at the hands of an incompetent doctor, or a toy company ripping off the design of a doll from another toy company? Brian Wilson discusses how out-of-whack our priorities are regarding…

Rank this Week: 1087

Class Action Defense Blog

Covers CAFA, class certification, employment law, FCRA, FDCPA and multidistrict litigation. Published by Michael Hassen of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP.

http://classactiondefense.jmbm.com/

Apr 15
Class Action Defense Cases–Brinker v. Superior Court: California Supreme Court Affirms, Reverses And Remand Class Action Certification Ruling In Labor Law Class Action Clarifying Meal And Rest Break Requirement

Class Action Defense Cases–Brinker v. Superior Court: California Supreme Court Affirms, Reverses And Remand Class Action Certification Ruling In Labor Law Class Action Clarifying Meal And Rest Break Requirement

In Considering Class Action Certification Order in Labor Law Class Action, California Supreme Court Holds Rest Periods Not Mandated Prior to Meal Periods, and Employer must Provide Meal Breaks but need not Ensure Employee Takes Meal Break
Nov 28
Class Action Defense Cases–KPMG v. Cocchi: Supreme Court Reiterates Requirement That State Courts Follow Concepcion And Enforce Arbitration Agreements Under The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)

Class Action Defense Cases–KPMG v. Cocchi: Supreme Court Reiterates Requirement That State Courts Follow Concepcion And Enforce Arbitration Agreements Under The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)

State Courts Erred in Denying Defense Motion to Compel Arbitration Under FAA (Federal Arbitration Act) because They Failed to Consider Whether Any Claims were Subject to Arbitration
Oct 31
Richard Watts: "Fables of Fortune: What Rich People Have That You Don't Want"

Richard Watts: "Fables of Fortune: What Rich People Have That You Don't Want"

California Attorney Richard Watts Publishes Book Based On His Experience In Representing The "Super-Wealthy" Richard Watts, a personal friend of the author and a superb lawyer, has published a book based on his 30-year career representing…

Rank this Week: 1584

Tennessee Appellate Law Blog

Provides Tennessee appellate news and analysis. Covers Tennessee's Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Court of Criminal Appeals, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

http://www.tennesseeappellatelaw.com/

Mar 14
Supreme Court Grants Five Appeal

Supreme Court Grants Five Appeal

The Tennessee Supreme Court granted three appeals from Knoxville and one each from Nashville and Jackson; the Court also denied forty-four applications. Three of the cases are from the Court of Criminal Appeals.
Mar 10
Tennessee Adopts Federal Double-Jeopardy Rule

Tennessee Adopts Federal Double-Jeopardy Rule

The Tennessee Supreme Court, in an opinion written by Chief Justice Cornelia Clark, unanimously adopted the federal double-jeopardy rule from Blockburger v. United States. Tennessee courts since 1996 have applied a different test…
Mar 2
Weekly Review of Habeas Petition

Weekly Review of Habeas Petition

Judge D. Kelly Thomas affirmed the circuit court's dismissal of petitioner's petition for writ of habeas corpus.

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DepoTexas Court Reporting Blog

Covers court reporting and litigation support.

http://blog.depotexas.com/

Mar 5
Houston Court Reporting and Legal Video, a Match Made in Heaven

Houston Court Reporting and Legal Video, a Match Made in Heaven

Some things are just meant to go together… When it comes to litigation support services, the combination of Houston court reporting and legal video is a dynamic duo that can go a long way toward helping an attorney provide the best service…
Mar 1
Where to Find the Best Houston Court Reporter

Where to Find the Best Houston Court Reporter

Attorneys in Texas have a significant amount of options to choose from when looking for the best Houston court reporters. The role of a court reporter is extremely important, as their ability to precisely transcribe testimony during…
Feb 28
Internet Deposition Streaming Technology Connects San Antonio Court Reporters with Remote Counsel

Internet Deposition Streaming Technology Connects San Antonio Court Reporters with Remote Counsel

For situations where an attorney has multiple depositions scheduled in different locations, or is looking to reduce travel costs, internet deposition streaming is a powerful litigation support tool that enables busy attorneys to virtually be…

Rank this Week: 5268

352nd District Court

Features summaries of interesting and notable cases from the 352nd District Court of Texas. By Judge Bonnie Sudderth.

http://352nddistrictcourt.wordpress.com/

Feb 25
2008 – The Tragic Mother and Child Reunion

2008 – The Tragic Mother and Child Reunion

The plaintiff’s attorney began the Original Petition for his client with this succinct statement: ”This is a case of great sadness, high emotion and the need for precise and immediate action by the Court.”
Dec 11
2011 – Death and Taxes … and Chicken

2011 – Death and Taxes … and Chicken

The sole issue in this case was at what point in the life of a chicken does the chicken lose its tax-exempt status as poultry? When this lawsuit was filed in 2011, Pilgrim’s Pride was the second-largest chicken producer in the world. A…
Nov 20
1998 – The God Pod

1998 – The God Pod

Two former Tarrant County jail inmates and a college professor filed suit in the 352nd District Court against Tarrant County and the Tarrant County Sheriff for operating a particular jail “pod” designated as the CEU (Chaplain’s…

Rank this Week: 3062

Deliberations

Covers laws, news, and thoughts on juries and jury trials. By Anne Reed.

http://jurylaw.typepad.com/deliberations/

Feb 21
Hmmmmm... Should I Facebook Friend the Defendant?

Hmmmmm... Should I Facebook Friend the Defendant?

Without question, the numbskull of the week award goes to Jacob Jock (seriously, that’s his name). The 29 year old juror was dismissed after he attempted to Facebook friend the defendant (a young woman) during jury selection. He was…
Jan 24
What Great Basketball Coaches Can Teach Us About Trial Prep

What Great Basketball Coaches Can Teach Us About Trial Prep

Dean Smith, the hall-of-fame University of North Carolina basketball coach, was a master at preparing his players for opponents. I once heard a story that described a time when Coach Smith had to get his Tarheels ready for an opposing team…
Jan 18
Don’t Call Me Fluffy: One Perspective on Mock Trial

Don’t Call Me Fluffy: One Perspective on Mock Trial

As a profession, litigation consulting sometimes faces a fluctuating level of credibility within the legal community. At times, trial attorneys question the necessity and even the validity of some trial consulting techniques. Similar to the…

Rank this Week: 1858

North Carolina Litigation Blog

Covers litigation in North Carolina including construction law, personal injury, insurance, N.C. Court of Appeals and N.C. Supreme Court opinions. By Angela Jolly.

http://northcarolinalitigationblog.com/

Feb 15
Child Support

Child Support

Reblogged from N.C. Family Law Blog: Child Support
Feb 9
Rising Flood Waters in Charlotte Mean Higher Insurance Cost

Rising Flood Waters in Charlotte Mean Higher Insurance Cost

If you live in the Charlotte area then you that when the heavy rains come so does the flooding and it’s only getting worse. NC flood maps are being updated so be sure to check your address to see if your house is now in a flood zone. If so…
Jan 9
Insurance rates are about to skyrocket, study say

Insurance rates are about to skyrocket, study say

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Rank this Week: 4910

Mass Tort & Class Action Blog

Cover class actions regarding consumer products, food, and medical devices. By Calvo Fisher & Jacob LLP.

http://www.masstortclassaction.com/

Jan 12
CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT CLASS ACTION CASES TO WATCH IN 2012

CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT CLASS ACTION CASES TO WATCH IN 2012

There are a number of cases pending before the California Supreme Court that should be on everyone’s watch list this year. This article summarizes the top seven.
Dec 29
California Supreme Court Clarifies Test For Exempt Employee

California Supreme Court Clarifies Test For Exempt Employee

The California Supreme Court issued an important decision today clarifying the test to determine whether employees should be treated as exempt from overtime requirements, in Harris v. Superior Court (Liberty Mutual Insurance Company). The…
Dec 19
FDA Panel Recommends Changes To Transvaginal Mesh Approval Proce

FDA Panel Recommends Changes To Transvaginal Mesh Approval Proce

Women suing for injuries arising from implantation of surgical mesh used for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence received validation from an FDA advisory panel in September 2011. After two days of hearings,

Rank this Week: 2687

ABA Litigation Podcast: Tips &…

ABA Litigation Podcast: Tips & Tactics for the Practicing Trial Lawyer

The Litigation Podcast delivers practical tips and tactics for all phases of trial â€" from pretrial case development to appellate argument. Brought to you by the Section of Litigation of the American Bar Association.

http://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/section_audio.html

Jan 10
Spoliation of Electronic Evidence: A Judicial Boiling Point?

Spoliation of Electronic Evidence: A Judicial Boiling Point?

As the pace of technological development has accelerated, the legal profession has struggled to keep up. How does new technology affect discovery obligations?
Nov 28
Curb Your Enthusiasm: The Ethical Bounds of Zealous Advocacy

Curb Your Enthusiasm: The Ethical Bounds of Zealous Advocacy

Some lawyers have tried to play the "zealous advocacy" card to escape the consequences of their misbehavior.
Oct 30
Brand Enforcement on Social Networking Site

Brand Enforcement on Social Networking Site

In today's Web 2.0 world, businesses have inexpensive and far-reaching mechanisms through which to promote their brands and advertise their goods and services.

Rank this Week: 3778

Structured Settlement Blog

By Paul J. Lesti.

http://www.structuredsettlement.pro/

Nov 18
Medicare indemnification request by defense counsel is unethical - Florida Bar Staff Opinion 30310

Medicare indemnification request by defense counsel is unethical - Florida Bar Staff Opinion 30310

A lawyer should not agree to personally indemnify an opposing party, as it violates Florida rules and a lawyer should not require that another attorney enter into an agreement to personally indemnify an opposing party, as that also violates…
Nov 8
Structured Settlement article on cbsnews.com

Structured Settlement article on cbsnews.com

This is a good article about Structured Settlements. The quote by Professor Christopher Coyne, a St. Joseph's University finance professor is very insightful. He said, "Conventional investing logic doesn't apply for plaintiffs in injury or…
Mar 2
American General Life Insurance Company

American General Life Insurance Company

AIG recently posted Frequently Asked Questions regarding recent news and American General Life Insurance Company. Frequently Asked Questions March 2, 2009

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Washington Trial Law

Focuses on the art and craft of trial advocacy. Published by Robert M. Boggs of Lyon, Weigand, and Gustafson, P.S.

http://www.yakimalawtalk.com/

Oct 27
Is a covenant not to compete reasonable?

Is a covenant not to compete reasonable?

In Washington all questions surrounding whether or not a covenant not to compete is reasonable involve the following three factors: 1. Whether restraint is necessary for protection of business or goodwill of the employer. 2. Whether the…
Oct 27
iphone 4 now syncs with task

iphone 4 now syncs with task

One of the shortcomings of the iphone 4 was it's inability to sync Outlook Tasks. Now the problem is solved. The software on the iphone 4 has been updated to OS5 and now syncs with Outlook tasks. You can download the new software via…
Oct 13
Apps, apps and more apps.

Apps, apps and more apps.

Check this out for a list of apps useful for lawyers.

Rank this Week: 4948

Colorado Business Litigation…

Colorado Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers business litigation risks and strategies. By The Gilbert Law Group

http://www.coloradobusinesslitigationlawyerblog.com/

Oct 26
Update: Court Order Issued -- Will Dalbey Education's Cash Flow Business Dry Up?

Update: Court Order Issued -- Will Dalbey Education's Cash Flow Business Dry Up?

In June, we told you about the lawsuit filed against Colorado's Dalbey Education Institute whose infomercial "Winning in the Cash Flow Business", hosted by Gary Collins, was under fire for being deceptive and misleading.
Sep 2
Patent Trolls - No Longer Hiding Under the Bridge

Patent Trolls - No Longer Hiding Under the Bridge

In the 1990s, the "patent troll" carried a negative connotation, a person or company that aggressively enforced its patents through assertive lawsuits. However the troll of the 2000s translates into an entirely different hobgoblin.
Aug 31
Industrial Art's Impact on Scenic Colorado Prompts Citizens' Lawsuit

Industrial Art's Impact on Scenic Colorado Prompts Citizens' Lawsuit

Artist Christo Vladimirov Javacheff, "Christo", famous for suspending huge curtains of orange fabric over bridges, buildings and other public spaces throughout the world, has embarked on yet another art project. Christo and his wife…

Rank this Week: 2580

South Carolina Appellate Lawyer

Covers appellate practice in South Carolina. By Christian Stegmaier.Covers appellate practice in South Carolina. By Christian Stegmaier.

http://southcarolinaappellatelawyer.wordpress.com

Oct 1
Supreme Court Replaces Form 4 with new Form 4C in Civil Trial Matter

Supreme Court Replaces Form 4 with new Form 4C in Civil Trial Matter

On September 22, the Supreme Court issued an administrative order, which replaces the current Form 4 used for judgments/dispositions in civil matters in the Circuit Court with Form 4C. The new Form 4C, which can be found here at…
Oct 1
Re-Rolling Out South Carolina Appellate Lawyer

Re-Rolling Out South Carolina Appellate Lawyer

I’ve spent the day re-reading the Advance Sheets from the last several months. While reviewing the recent decisions of our Court of Appeals and Supreme Court, I thought about South Carolina Appellate Lawyer and regretted that I had let it…
Dec 31
Supreme Court Issues Administrative Order Regarding Revisions to Family Court Coversheet

Supreme Court Issues Administrative Order Regarding Revisions to Family Court Coversheet

In conjunction with the development of the Family Court Case Management System and the Child Support Enforcement System, the Family Court Coversheet has been revised to improve statistical information and reporting in Family Court. Click…

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Online Jury Research Update

Answers questions about trying cases to juries based on jury research. By Kathy Kellermann.

http://www.kkcomcon.com/CCOnlineJuryResearchUpdateByDate.htm

Sep 21
What do jurors think of attorney voir dire questions? (September, 2011, Issue 1)

What do jurors think of attorney voir dire questions? (September, 2011, Issue 1)

Jurors sometimes withhold information during voir dire. In 1994, a prospective juror refused to answer several items on her juror questionnaire, maintaining that questions about her income, religion, television and reading habits, political…
Aug 17
Are jurors biased against ethnic minority attorneys? (August, 2011, Issue 4)

Are jurors biased against ethnic minority attorneys? (August, 2011, Issue 4)

The American Bar Association reports that fewer than 10% of attorneys are minorities, with African Americans at 3.9%, Hispanics at 3.3%, and Asian Americans at less than 1%. The rate of entry into the legal profession for African Americans…
Aug 15
How does a juror's social status affect participation in deliberations? (August, 2011, Issue 3)

How does a juror's social status affect participation in deliberations? (August, 2011, Issue 3)

Jurors with higher occupational statuses, higher levels of education, and higher incomes have higher social status. Social status disparities affect our communication activities and social behaviors, including jurors' behavior on juries. York…

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Expert Fuze Blog

Covers experts, expert searching, expert witnesses.

http://info.expertfuze.com/blog

Sep 2
Injunctive Relief

Injunctive Relief

Under any type of employment agreement, including a consulting agreement, confidential information may be disclosed by the employer. Such confidential information may include any information not known to the public that if disclosed could…
Aug 2
Injunctive Relief

Injunctive Relief

Under any type of employment agreement, including a consulting agreement, confidential information may be disclosed by the employer. Such confidential information may include any information not known to the public that if disclosed could…
May 16
Term of an Expert Consulting Agreement

Term of an Expert Consulting Agreement

Generally, an expert consulting agreement works like a standard employment agreement – at will – where either party can terminate the relationship at any time.

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Lawyer Hatton

Covers cases and topics of interest to solo or small firm practices. From Tennessee attorney Tim Hatton.

http://lawyerhatton.blogspot.com/

May 27
Anthony Trial - Day Three

Anthony Trial - Day Three

Yesterday was the most interesting day yet of the Anthony trial. The state continues to build on the story that they told during their opening statement by presenting witness testimony regarding Ms. Anthony's activities while her daughter…
May 26
Anthony Trial - Day Two

Anthony Trial - Day Two

Day two of the Anthony trial in Florida was uneventful. The state is presenting its case exactly as they laid it out in the opening statement. They began by focusing on showing the jury how Ms. Anthony went about living her life and seemed…
May 24
Anthony Trial - Day One

Anthony Trial - Day One

While working today, I set up a feed of the Anthony trial in Florida on my monitor so I could watch it. Today was opening statements. It is a fascinating case. The defense has a very interesting theory of the case and I am going to enjoy…

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Res Ipsa Loquitur

Covers civil litigation, insurance, technology and other topics of interest to Canadian legal practitioners. By Pamela Pengelley.

http://canadianlaw.wordpress.com

Apr 21
And the Winner is….

And the Winner is….

OTTAWA! Congratulations! All the hard work paid off. This success was well deserved.
Apr 21
Willem C. Vis Moot 2011 - Top 2 Team

Willem C. Vis Moot 2011 - Top 2 Team

Ottawa and. Montevideo!!!!! Wow!!!
Apr 20
Willem C. Vis Moot - 2011 Pic

Willem C. Vis Moot - 2011 Pic

Some Memorable Moot Moment

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Lean and Mean Litigation Blog

Covers lean litigation practices. By Stewart Weltman.

http://leanlitigation.typepad.com/weltman/

Apr 1
What's That You're Wearing - Or An Old School Approach To Courtroom Attire

What's That You're Wearing - Or An Old School Approach To Courtroom Attire
Feb 9
FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: @LeanMeanLaw

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: @LeanMeanLaw

For those readers who have enjoyed my posts, I apologize for having let the Lean and Mean Litigation Blog languish without a fresh post. As those of you who have followed this blog may realize, I try to ensure that most of my posts are…
Apr 22
Dealing With Greased Pigs and other Similar Witnesse

Dealing With Greased Pigs and other Similar Witnesse

I welcoming myself back to my blog. After a long hiatus during which I was very very busy, I just didn't have time to post. But now, even though I am still very very busy, I am told that I should start posting again. So here goes. What…

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Minority Defense Litigator

Address issues relevant to minority trial lawyers who defend civil litigation. By Charles E. Griffin.

http://minoritydefenselitigator.wordpress.com

Feb 15
MISSISSIPPI SUPREME COURT JUSTICE JAMES E. GRAVES, JR.’S NOMINATION TO THE U.S. COURT OF APPEALS CONFIRMED BY UNITED STATES SENATE

MISSISSIPPI SUPREME COURT JUSTICE JAMES E. GRAVES, JR.’S NOMINATION TO THE U.S. COURT OF APPEALS CONFIRMED BY UNITED STATES SENATE

The United States Senate confirmed Mississippi Supreme Court Justice James Graves nomination to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Congratulations, Justice Graves.
Feb 11
U.S. Senate to Consider Justice James E. Graves, Jr.’s Nomination on Monday

U.S. Senate to Consider Justice James E. Graves, Jr.’s Nomination on Monday

According to the The Hill’s Floor Action Blog , the U.S. Senate is scheduled to consider Mississippi Supeme Court Justice James E. Graves, Jr.’s nomination to the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday, February 14, 2011…
Feb 3
Justice James E. Graves, Jr. Receives Approval From Judiciary Committee For U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal

Justice James E. Graves, Jr. Receives Approval From Judiciary Committee For U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal

This morning the Senate Judiciary Committee approved Justice James E. Graves, Jr.’s nomination , en banc, to the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. It is expected that Graves nomination, and several others, will now move…

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Legal PR Blawg @ Bork.com

News and commentary about legal and litigation public relations. From Robert H. Bork, Jr.

http://www.legalprblawg.com/

Feb 9
The risks of big-agency pr

The risks of big-agency pr

Message by LegalPRBlawg.com on 12/7/2006 EST Today's frontpage of The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) tells the interesting story of Edelman PR's efforts on behalf of Wal-Mart . Couple that with the Journal's Q&A with…
Feb 9
Editorial: "Now they tell us"

Editorial: "Now they tell us"

Message by LegalPRBlawg.com on 11/21/2006 EST The editors at The New York Sun make the point today that we made in our last post: "So where does Dow Corning go to get its $3.2 billion back." But they go further to link this most…
Feb 9
What Ponzi Scheme?

What Ponzi Scheme?

Message by LegalPRBlawg.com on 2/5/2009 EST How do you explain being taken in the biggest Ponzi scheme in history? This is the quite real challenge confronting the many investment firms and money managers who invested their clients'…

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Wines and Information Management…

Wines and Information Management (WIM)

In-house counsel blawg on e-disovery, the impact of IT on the law and vice versa, information/knowledge management and wines. By Dominic Jaar.

http://dominicjaar.blogspot.com/

Nov 26
First Annual Canadian Program on Getting Ahead of the eDiscovery Curve- Registration Now Open

First Annual Canadian Program on Getting Ahead of the eDiscovery Curve- Registration Now Open

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE FIRST ANNUAL SEDONA CANADA PROGRAM ON GETTING AHEAD OF THE eDISCOVERY CURVE: THURSDAY-FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23-24, 2008!
Apr 6
Virtual Law Office isn't a law office in New Jersey!

Virtual Law Office isn't a law office in New Jersey!

Yesterday, the ABA's "blog" reported on a news (conveyed to me by Dan Pinnington) that brought me to reopen WIM for this short post: "
May 29
WIM migrates to Ledjit

WIM migrates to Ledjit

To access Ledjit's blog, click here:Version française:

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ericsuter.net

A litigator's blog with numerous other interests slipped in.

http://www.ericsuter.net/

Nov 9
From the Shelve

From the Shelve

War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy My rating: 4 of 5 stars A times an evocative pleasure, at times a...
Oct 17
Rebranding

Rebranding

In honor of the Gap’s silly new logo: Gap yourself here.
Oct 15
From the Shelve

From the Shelve

The Battle of Alamein: Turning Point, World War II by John Bierman My rating: 3 of 5 stars The...

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Houston Litigation Blog

Covers civil trial issues in the South Texas and Gulf Coast area, including complex litigation, construction litigation and trial strategy. By McCormick Hancock Newton.

http://www.houstonlitigationblog.com/

Oct 31
The Use of Facebook as a Discovery Tool

The Use of Facebook as a Discovery Tool

Professor Greg Duhl of William Mitchell College of Law and Jaclyn Millner of Fitch, Johnson, Larson & Held, P.A.
Oct 14
Haygood v. Escabedo

Haygood v. Escabedo
Sep 13
The Importance of Trial by Jury

The Importance of Trial by Jury

I recently read a speech given by Federal Judge William Young on the importance of our country's jury system. No where in the world does the citizenry have the right to play such a vital role in government. Unfortunately, our jury…

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Practica Apelativa

Discussion, analysis and commentary on appellate practice in Puerto Rico.

http://practicaapelativa.blogspot.com/

Jul 23
Impugnación de Subasta

Impugnación de Subasta

He decidido incluir en este blog entradas relacionadas con los trámites de subasta pública en Puerto Rico. Esta decisión responde en parte, y en primer lugar, a que, luego de la adjudicación de la subasta, la Ley de Procedimiento…
Feb 23
Nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil (2)

Nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil (2)

Cuando trabajé en el TA, muchas veces cuestioné la práctica de algunos abogados de recurrir en certiorari a cada momento en un pleito. Las nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil, específicamente el segundo párrafo de la Nueva…
Feb 8
Nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil (1)

Nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil (1)

El 1 de julio de 2010 entrarán en vigor las Nuevas Reglas de Procedimiento Civil de 2010. Como es de suponer, algunas estas Nuevas Reglas modifican la forma es que se realizarán a partir de este verano los trámites apelativos en Puerto…

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Chicago Business Litigation…

Chicago Business Litigation Attorney Blog

Covers breach of contract, implied contract, oral contracts, defamation, and unjust enrichment. By Tamari & Blumenthal, LLC.

http://www.chicagobusinesslitigationattorneyblog.com/

Jul 6
Supreme Court Issues Ruling On Challenging Fairness of Arbitration Clause

Supreme Court Issues Ruling On Challenging Fairness of Arbitration Clause

Ruling in favor of the appellant, the Supreme Court established a standard for challenging the fairness of arbitration clauses in court. See Rent-A-Center, West v. Jackson, 2010 WL 2471058
Mar 2
Supreme Court Applies Stricter Pleading Standard for Civil Action

Supreme Court Applies Stricter Pleading Standard for Civil Action

In Ashcroft v. Iqbal, the Supreme Court reinforced the Twombly Court’s interpretation of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 8(a)(2). Ashcroft v. Iqbal, 129 S.Ct. 1937, (2009). In Twombly, the Court developed a plausibility standard to…
Feb 4
Illinois Courts Define Respondeat Superior

Illinois Courts Define Respondeat Superior

In Illinois, an employer is subject to vicarious liability for his employees under the doctrine of respondeat superior. Bank of America, N.A. v. Bird.392 Ill.App.3d 621, 911 N.E.2d 1239, 331 Ill.Dec. 1009 (2009). Under this doctrine, an…

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Socha Consulting LLC

Covers electronic discovery.

http://sochaconsulting.com/

Jun 10
Draft EDRM Production Standards Available for Comment

Draft EDRM Production Standards Available for Comment

Draft EDRM Production Standards are available for review and comment, at edrm.net/5920. Prepared by Julie Brown of Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease LLP and reviewed by additional EDRM members, the draft EDRM Production Standards document is…
Jun 3
2010 Socha-Gelbmann Electronic Discovery Survey

2010 Socha-Gelbmann Electronic Discovery Survey

It is not too late to participate in the 2010 Socha-Gelbmann Electronic Discovery Survey. We want your input (if we don’t have it already). You can tell us about your organization’s electronic discovery activities. And give us your…
Jan 12
EMC Kazeon Best Practices Webinar: George Socha, Esq. Debunks the Top Five eDiscovery Myth

EMC Kazeon Best Practices Webinar: George Socha, Esq. Debunks the Top Five eDiscovery Myth

Noon – 1:00 pm Central EMC SourceOne eDiscovery – Kazeon presents George Socha, Esq. to Debunk the Top Five eDiscovery Myths. Don’t miss this insightful Best Practices Webinar! Learn how to gain more control of your litigation process,…

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Harvey Kruse, P.C. Blog

Covers Michigan business law and litigation topics.

http://www.harveykruse.com/blog

Apr 1
U.S. Supreme Court Adopts “Nerve Center” Diversity Jurisdiction Test

U.S. Supreme Court Adopts “Nerve Center” Diversity Jurisdiction Test

In Hertz Corp. v. Friend, 2010 U.S. LEXIS 1897 (Feb. 23, 2010), the United States Supreme Court finally resolved a split among the circuits on how to analyze where a corporation’s “principal place of business” is for purposes of…
Oct 19
PROPOSED LEGISLATION WOULD IMPOSE $1 MILLION FINES ON INSURANCE COMPANIES

PROPOSED LEGISLATION WOULD IMPOSE $1 MILLION FINES ON INSURANCE COMPANIES

Several Michigan State Representatives have taken steps to enact legislation to hold insurance companies “accountable” for perceived misdeeds. State Representatives Vicki Barnett, Mike Simpson, Lisa Brown and Jon Switalski have proposed…
Oct 19
Should Your Company Hire National Trial Counsel?

Should Your Company Hire National Trial Counsel?

As product liability lawsuits continue to cut into slim margins of profit in recession based sales, many companies are looking for a solution. Repeated lawsuits, even those without merit, are frequently rewarded by settlements that…

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shlep: the Self-Help Law ExPress

News, views and information on self-help law and pro se litigation.

http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/shlep

Feb 19
Help for pro se users in Clark County, Indiana

Help for pro se users in Clark County, Indiana

Commissioners OK legal help center for courthouse New appointment made to fill a void in County Courts By BRADEN LAMMERS Braden.Lammers@newsandtribune.com Judicial matters were the predominant theme at the Clark County Commissioners meeting…
Jan 5
New York Times op/ed piece about self-help representation

New York Times op/ed piece about self-help representation

Two state judges opine about the state of accessibility to the legal system. As the economy has worsened, the ranks of the self-represented poor have expanded. In a recent informal study conducted by the Self-Represented Litigation Network,…
Jan 5
Indianapolis law library closes but self-help center remains open

Indianapolis law library closes but self-help center remains open

Librarian Zoya Golban turned off the lights and locked the doors Wednesday at the Marion County Law Library for the last time. The cozy repository for legal materials and publicly accessible computers on the third floor of the City-County…

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Unstructured Data Blog

Covers electronic discovery. By Digital Reef.

http://unstructureddata.wordpress.com

Aug 4
Steve Akers Interview with BeyeNetwork

Steve Akers Interview with BeyeNetwork

I suggest that if you are interested in intelligent Enterprise search that you listen to Steve Akers being interviewed by BeyeNetworks – it is a long session but well worth the time. Steve discusses a number of things including the…
Jul 23
Whither Thou ILM?

Whither Thou ILM?

Some of you may remember the big buzz around Information Life-cycle Management or ILM. EMC pushed the concept of ILM a few years back and many of their competitors followed them down this winding road. You know that marketing campaigns…
Jun 24
IT Challenge

IT Challenge

Over the years I’ve spoken to hundreds of IT professionals and via research studies gained insight from thousands. The following are some observations that I’ve made that seem somewhat consistent:

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Advocate's Almanac

Focuses on criminal law and evidentiary issues. By Rubin Sinins.

http://advocatesalmanac.blogspot.com/

Aug 1
N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Defendant's Alleged Right to Perjury for Lesser Plea

N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Defendant's Alleged Right to Perjury for Lesser Plea

In State v. Taccetta, the N.J. Supreme Court rejected a defendant's post-conviction relief claim of ineffective assistance of counsel. The decision may be found here. Defendant, an alleged member of an organized crime family, faced murder…
Jul 21
N.J. Supreme Court Reaffirms Particularity Requirement for Warrant

N.J. Supreme Court Reaffirms Particularity Requirement for Warrant

Today the N.J. Supreme Court reaffirmed the principle that warrants must state the place to be searched with particularity. The Court also reaffirmed the concept that the Court cannot delegate to the police the detached, neutral assessment…
Jul 14
N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Missing Witness Jury Charge Against Criminal Defendant

N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Missing Witness Jury Charge Against Criminal Defendant

For years, the decision in State v. Clawans permitted judges, in appropriate circumstances, to charge juries that a party's failure to call a witness who naturally would have been called may give rise to an inference that the witness's…

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jurygeek

Covers jury issues, research, and verdicts. By Clay S. Conrad.

http://jurygeek.blogspot.com/

Apr 16
Testing the waters...

Testing the waters...

I'm thinking of blogging again.I'm inspired by Mark Bennett's Defending People, and I do believe that everyone is entitled to an opinion -- mine. So perhaps I should start sharing it again.However, I intend to be an occasional blogger --…
Apr 13
An Interesting Conversation on Rights, Powers, and Lie

An Interesting Conversation on Rights, Powers, and Lie

Mark Bennett, a Houston criminal defense attorney, recently started a conversation on State's Rights. His position is that the State has no rights; the State has powers.
Nov 21
Definitional Shift -- Jury Reform Pt. II

Definitional Shift -- Jury Reform Pt. II

It is amazing what the passage of time can do to the meaning of a word. Consider, for example, the simple word "jury." Article III, Sec. 2, the Sixth Amendment, and the Seventh Amendment all guarantee Americans the right to a jury in…

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The Appellate Practitioner

Covers appellate practice in California and the Ninth Circuit. By Kimberly A. Kralowec.

http://www.appellatepractitioner.com/

Mar 23
Please visit The UCL Practitioner

Please visit The UCL Practitioner

Over the past couple of months, I haven't had time to keep The Appellate Practitioner updated in the way I'd like to. Therefore, I am putting the blog on hiatus for the time being. Please visit my primary blog, The UCL Practitioner, which I…
Jan 5
"A High Court Training Regimen"

"A High Court Training Regimen"

Friday's Recorder had an article on a new moot program being organized at U.C. Berkeley for attorneys with California Supreme Court cases. It sounds very similar to what Professor Myron Moskovitz has been doing at Golden Gate University…
Dec 8
"The Early Brief Gets the Worm"

"The Early Brief Gets the Worm"

Slate has an interesting jurisprudence essay on the impact of amicus filings at the U.S. Supreme Court level. Adam Chandler, "The Early Brief Gets the Worm: Liberal groups are ceding a key way to influence the Supreme Court," Slate (Dec. 5,…

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