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Construction Law Musings

Construction Law Musings

Thoughts on the construction law landscape. By Christopher G. Hill.

http://constructionlawva.com
  • May 24

    Stop Losing Proposal Competition

    Stop Losing Proposal Competition
    For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings, we welcome back Matt Handal.  Matt (@matthandal) provides proposal writing strategies that actually work at www.howtowritetheproposal.com. He is the author of Proposal Development…
  • May 22

    Announcement: Get to “Cloud 9″ at the Clio Cloud Conference

    Announcement: Get to “Cloud 9″ at the Clio Cloud Conference
    My friends at Clio, the cloud based practice management software that I have used since starting my solo practice (I recommend you check it out by the way), will be hosting the inaugural Clio Cloud Conference on September 23 and 24, 2013 in…
  • May 20

    Bond Principal Necessary on a Mechanic’s Lien Claim

    Bond Principal Necessary on a Mechanic’s Lien Claim
    As anyone that reads this construction law blog knows, mechanic’s liens are a big part of the Virginia landscape for a construction attorney like me. One option for dealing with a mechanic’s lien here in Virginia that we have not…
Rank this Week: 139

IPWatchdog.com | Patent Copyright…

IPWatchdog.com | Patent Copyright Trademark

Covers patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets and Internet issues. By Gene Quinn.

http://www.ipwatchdog.com
  • May 25

    Patent Claim Drafting 101: The Basic

    Patent Claim Drafting 101: The Basic
    When writing a claim it is important to describe how the various components are structured and how the various components interact and connect. First, include a claim that defines your invention in broad terms, leaving out any and all…
  • May 24

    The Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property: A National Security Plan to Prevent Stolen IP

    The Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property: A National Security Plan to Prevent Stolen IP
    The Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property (IP Commission) released an 89-page report on May 22, 2013 assessing international intellectual property theft with a focus on China’s troubled IP regime and recommendations…
  • May 23

    Trademark Protection: Is Litigation Worth the Cost?

    Trademark Protection: Is Litigation Worth the Cost?
    Anybody who has any involvement with Intellectual Property (“IP”) knows full well that protecting IP means a multi-step process. Obviously, step one is the conception of the invention, idea, trademark, trade name, or other…
Rank this Week: 175

Virginia Injury Attorney Blog

Virginia Injury Attorney Blog

Covers wrongful deaths, medical malpractice, nursing homes and class actions cases, news and legislation. By Avery T. “Sandy” Waterman, Jr.

http://www.virginiainjuryattorneyblog.com/
  • May 25

    Virginia: Vehicle Accident – a Lawyer’s Settlement

    Virginia: Vehicle Accident – a Lawyer’s Settlement
    This month Mr. Waterman settled a car crash claim with the offending motorist’s insurer, Progressive Automobile Insurance, without filing suit. The collision occurred on East Little Back Road near North Kind Street in Hampton, Virginia,…
  • May 22

    Virginia: Vehicle Accident - a Lawyer’s Suit

    Virginia: Vehicle Accident - a Lawyer’s Suit
    On May 20, 2013, Mr. Waterman filed the lawsuit entitled Cynthia M. Ray v. Spencer M. Smith and India V. Parker, No. CL1302098T-01 in Circuit Court for the City of Newport News, Virginia. Defendants’ insurer, USAA, ignored repeated…
  • May 19

    Virginia: Medical Malpractice – a Lawyer’s Recoverie

    Virginia: Medical Malpractice – a Lawyer’s Recoverie
    The May 2013 issue of Trial reported a half-dozen Verdicts & Settlements. Id. at 8-12. One is a medical malpractice lawsuit for negligent laparoscopy that settled for roughly $1,000,000.00 in California. Id. at 8-9. Another is a…
Rank this Week: 305

Endangered Species Law & Policy

Endangered Species Law & Policy

Covers listing decisions, critical habitats and endangered species litigation. By Nossaman LLP.

http://www.endangeredspecieslawandpolicy.com/
  • May 22

    U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Delists Magazine Mountain Shagreen

    U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Delists Magazine Mountain Shagreen
    On May 15, 2013, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) removed (pdf) the Magazine Mountain shagreen (Inflectarius magazinensis) from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife. The Service determined that the threats to the…
  • May 21

    House Republicans Form Endangered Species Act Working Group

    House Republicans Form Endangered Species Act Working Group
    House Republicans recently announced the creation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Working Group, which will be led by House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Doc Hastings (R-WA) and Western Caucus Co-Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). …
  • May 16

    Idaho Enacts Law Declaring the State has Primacy over Resident Fish and Wildlife

    Idaho Enacts Law Declaring the State has Primacy over Resident Fish and Wildlife
    The State of Idaho enacted a law (pdf) this spring asserting that the State has “primacy over the management of fish and wildlife.” The law was introduced as Senate Bill 1061 and signed into law by Governor Butch Otter on March…
Rank this Week: 351

CommLawBlog

CommLawBlog

Covers developments in the entire range of issues addressed by the Federal Communications Commission in its regulation of spectrum-related activities, as well as copyright, trademark, First Amendment and Internet issues. By Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth.

http://www.commlawblog.com/
  • May 24

    2013 Reg Fees: The FCC Proposes a Couple of Alternative

    2013 Reg Fees: The FCC Proposes a Couple of Alternative
    Commission looks to update its methodology for calculating regulatory fees, but proposes a possible alternative approach to cushion the blow this year. One of the time-honored rites of spring – at least at the FCC – is the…
  • May 23

    FM Translator Application Update: Last Chance Settlement Window Opened

    FM Translator Application Update: Last Chance Settlement Window Opened
    Media Bureau provides MX applicants one last opportunity to avoid going to auction. If you’ve still got one or more FM translator applications pending from the infamous 2003 window, listen up! The Media Bureau has opened a 62-day…
  • May 23

    FCC Slams Long Distance Carrier for "Slamming"

    FCC Slams Long Distance Carrier for "Slamming"
    An expensive reminder that the FCC is still policing the long distance industry. If you’ve been thinking that the FCC doesn’t care about “slamming” anymore, think again. The Commission has proposed a multi-million…
Rank this Week: 585

InjuryBoard Roanoke

InjuryBoard Roanoke

Provides personal injury updates. By the Frith Law Firm.

http://roanoke.injuryboard.com/
  • Jul 29

    CPSC Approves New Testing Requirements for Phthalate

    CPSC Approves New Testing Requirements for Phthalate
    New third party testing requirements for phthalates has been unanimously approved by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The testing aims to ensure that children’s toys and child care articles meet federal limits.
  • Jul 29

    CPSC Approves New Testing Requirements for Phthalate

    CPSC Approves New Testing Requirements for Phthalate
    New third party testing requirements for phthalates has been unanimously approved by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The testing aims to ensure that children’s toys and child care articles meet federal limits.
  • Jan 17

    Study - Toxic Chemicals Found In Pregnant Women

    Study - Toxic Chemicals Found In Pregnant Women
    Pregnant women in the U.S. have dozens of potentially toxic or even cancer-causing chemicals in her body – including such ingredients as those found in flame retardants – according to newly published study in Environmental Health…
Rank this Week: 632

Tarley Robinson Legal Nuggets

Tarley Robinson Legal Nuggets

Covers legal issues facing small businesses and common interest communities (known popularly as HOAs).

http://blog.tarleyrobinson.com/
  • May 7

    2013 Legislative Update for Virginia HOA

    2013 Legislative Update for Virginia HOA
    The Virginia Legislative Action Committee (“LAC”) had a busy 2013 legislative session. This is my third year on the LAC and each year brings new challenges. Our mission is to monitor and influence legislation affecting community…
  • Apr 30

    Virginia HOAs and Olde Belhaven – Guest Post on Construction Law Musing

    Virginia HOAs and Olde Belhaven – Guest Post on Construction Law Musing
    We see many news articles about a big, bad homeowners’ association interfering with Harry Homeowner’s “right” to live peacefully in his neighborhood. Whether it is demanding the removal of a flag pole that is too tall…
  • Apr 23

    What can an HOA Board do if members question whether the President acted properly?

    What can an HOA Board do if members question whether the President acted properly?
    I also would suggest that the board seek education opportunities provided by CAI or by your HOA attorney to include discussion of fiduciary duty, board member responsibilities, the business judgment rule, and conflicts of interest.The post…
Rank this Week: 759

Health Care Investor

Health Care Investor

Covers issues and trends that impact investments in healthcare and life sciences businesses. By McGuireWoods.

http://www.thehealthcareinvestor.com
  • May 22

    Radius Health Raises $43 Million in New VC Funding

    Radius Health Raises $43 Million in New VC Funding
    Radius Health, Inc., has announced it has completed a new equity financing of $43 million. Radius, based in a Cambridge, Mass., is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing new therapeutics for the treatment of osteoporosis and other…
  • May 16

    Physician-Owned Hospitals Continue Fight Against Restriction

    Physician-Owned Hospitals Continue Fight Against Restriction
    In a December report on hospital value-based purchasing from CMS, nine of the top 10 performing U.S. hospitals were physician owned, according to an American Medical News report. In fact, this list identified 48 physician-owned hospitals in…
  • May 15

    Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Harvest Partners Acquires AxelaCare

    Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Harvest Partners Acquires AxelaCare
    Harvest Partners, LP, has announced it has acquired AxelaCare Holdings, Inc., from Excellere Partners. Harvest Partners is a middle-market PE firm based in New York. AxelaCare, based in Lenexa, Kansas, is a full-service home infusion therapy…
Rank this Week: 825

VA-NC Medical Surgery Malpractice…

VA-NC Medical Surgery Malpractice Blog

By Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis & Appleton, P.C.

http://va-nc-medical-surgery-malpractice-attorneys.com/
  • Apr 29

    FDA Announces Recall At Yet Another Compounding Pharmacy Due To Worries About Drug Sterility

    FDA Announces Recall At Yet Another Compounding Pharmacy Due To Worries About Drug Sterility
    By Emily Mapp Brannon, VA/NC Med Mal Attorney What Happened: A Florida compounding pharmacy just announced that it would recall its entire line of sterile products after an inspection by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration raised…
  • Apr 29

    Family Of Girl With Cerebral Palsy Wins $130 Million Verdict Against Hospital

    Family Of Girl With Cerebral Palsy Wins $130 Million Verdict Against Hospital
    By Kevin Duffan, VA/NC Medical Malpractice Attorney What Happened: A major medical malpractice case in New York recently culminated with a $130 million jury award. The family from Long Island sued after they claimed their…
  • Apr 28

    $500 Million Jury Award For Nevada Malpractice Case

    $500 Million Jury Award For Nevada Malpractice Case
    By Richard Shapiro, VA/NC Medical Malpractice Attorney A Nevada medical malpractice case against UnitedHealth and a shoddy medical clinic that infected patients with Hepatitis C, culminated in a massive $500 million punitive damage…
Rank this Week: 1044

Proctor in Admiralty

Proctor in Admiralty

Discusses maritime and transportation law and the logistics industry in the context of 21st century commerce. By Marc Marling.

http://www.proctorinadmiralty.com/proctor_in_admiralty/
  • Feb 23

    The CIA does or doesn't confirm or deny or both or neither...

    The CIA does or doesn't confirm or deny or both or neither...
    The Central Intelligence Agency recently declassified records concerning Project Azorian also known as Project Jennifer.  For those who never heard of Project Azorian (including myself), it was a secret operation in 1973-74 to raise a…
  • Feb 18

    Another Day, Another International Price Fixing Conspiracy!

    Another Day, Another International Price Fixing Conspiracy!
    The US Department of Justice announced that Parker ITR, an Italian subsidiary of U.S.-based Parker Hannifin agreed to plead guilty and to pay a $2.29 million criminal fine for participating in a conspiracy to rig bids, fix prices and allocate…
  • Feb 10

    ABA resolution regarding Rotterdam Rule

    ABA resolution regarding Rotterdam Rule
    The American Bar AssociationHouse of Delegates passed a resolution on Feb. 8, 2010 at their Midyear meeting in Orlando urging the US Senate to ratify the Convention commonly referred to as the Rotterdam Rules.  Thank you to Warren…
Rank this Week: 1220

Richmond IP Blog

Richmond IP Blog

Provides news and commentary regarding all aspects of intellectual property law and policy. By the University of Richmond Intellectual Property Institute.

http://ipinstitute.blogspot.com/
  • Feb 28

    Richmond IP Blog Switches to New Addre

    Richmond IP Blog Switches to New Addre
    The Richmond IP Blog has now ended its beta phase and is in full swing at its new location: http://lawblogs.richmond.edu/ipi. Please visit us there and update your bookmarks.
  • Feb 2

    Your Super Bowl Party Might Violate Copyright

    Your Super Bowl Party Might Violate Copyright
    Churches and groups across the country are rethinking plans to celebrate the Super Bowl in large gatherings. Rocky Mountain News reports that many churches are cancelling plans to host the event becuase of copyright concerns.The church…
  • Jan 31

    GMail Name Won't Belong to Google in Europe

    GMail Name Won't Belong to Google in Europe
    The widely popular GMail service provided by Google will have to find a new name in Europe, but can GMail by any other name in Europe possibly compete with the success of the service in the United States? According to The Register, Google…
Rank this Week: 1210

Global Immigration Blog

Global Immigration Blog

Covers US immigration law and employment-based visa news. By Jackson Lewis.

http://www.globalimmigrationblog.com
  • May 22

    Immigration Reform Bill Advances to Senate Floor

    Immigration Reform Bill Advances to Senate Floor
    AUTHOR:  Nadine Trinh. Following five days of hearings over three weeks and consideration of 300 amendments, the Senate Judiciary Committee on May 21, 2013, passed the immigration reform bill in a bipartisan 13-5 vote. Three Republican…
  • May 9

    H-1B Work Visa Application Established Employee Contract, New York Court Rule

    H-1B Work Visa Application Established Employee Contract, New York Court Rule
    In a departure from prior interpretations of H-1B sponsorship, a New York state court ruled an H-1B work visa application established an employment contract sufficient to support the employee’s breach of contract claim. Kausal v.…
  • Apr 30

    Elimination of I-94 Cards Begins Today!

    Elimination of I-94 Cards Begins Today!
    AUTHOR:  Nicola A. L. Prall. As reported previously, CBP is eliminating the Form I-94, Arrival / Departure Record, the familiar white card that foreign nationals are asked to complete on the airplane prior to entering the United States.…
Rank this Week: 1292

Personal Injury Cases & News Blog

Personal Injury Cases & News Blog

By Brien Roche Law.

http://www.brienrochelaw.com/blog/
  • May 21

    Prostate Treatment Avoids Surgery

    Prostate Treatment Avoids Surgery
    Prostate Treatment Avoids Surgery from Brien Roche LawA prostate treatment that now enhances the possibility of avoiding surgery is being marketed by a company known as Genomic Health. This genetic test  can identify aggressive and…
  • May 19

    Differential Diagnosis Addressed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer

    Differential Diagnosis Addressed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer
    Differential Diagnosis Addressed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer from Brien Roche LawThe term “differential diagnosis” is well-known to physicians but typically is not appreciated by the patient.  A differential diagnosis means…
  • May 18

    Heart Disease Discussed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer

    Heart Disease Discussed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer
    Heart Disease Discussed By Medical Malpractice Lawyer from Brien Roche LawHeart disease is an ailment that afflicts millions of Americans.   Doctors are well equipped to deal with patients who are at high risk for heart…
Rank this Week: 1286

Virginia Non-Compete Law Blog

Virginia Non-Compete Law Blog

Covers non-compete, non-solicitation and non-disclosure provisions in employment agreements. By the Frith Law Firm.

http://virginianoncompete.blogspot.com/
  • Jan 16

    HOW TO BEAT YOUR VIRGINIA NON COMPETE for your IPAD / IPHONE ETC

    HOW TO BEAT YOUR VIRGINIA NON COMPETE for your IPAD / IPHONE ETC
    Had a great weekend in Tennessee with new friends.Met a hospital administrator from Ohio who told me his facility did not have non-compete agreements for physician employees because they thought taking care of their employees would be a…
  • Jan 10

    NON COMPETES AND COLLEGE FOOTBALL

    NON COMPETES AND COLLEGE FOOTBALL
    I ran across this article this morning and it is excellent. Read it. Enjoy it. Attorney Michael Elkon, member of Fisher & Phillips, a large law firm with a National presence, explains why College football coaches can pick up and move, while…
  • Jan 9

    ROANOKE VIRGINIA NON COMPETE ATTORNEY

    ROANOKE VIRGINIA NON COMPETE ATTORNEY
    Imagine a divorce. The bad kind where people would rather fight than be reasonable. The kind where the only people who win are the attorneys because the financial cost of litigation, coupled with the emotional drain of battle wear the parties…
Rank this Week: 1275

SW Virginia law blog

SW Virginia law blog

Covers law in Southwest Virginia. By Steven Minor.

http://swvalaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 21

    On FOIA and the Attorney General

    On FOIA and the Attorney General
    My old blog friend Waldo Jaquith has been in the news lately in connection with the claim stated on a response he received from the Virginia Attorney General that Virginia's Freedom of Information Act may not apply at all to the Attorney…
  • May 14

    The memorial for Judge William

    The memorial for Judge William
    Thanks to Judge Pam Sargent and all others who made possible the memorial yesterday afternoon for Judge Williams, and to Chief Judge Conrad, Judge Sargent, Judge Birg Sergent, Ronnie Montgomery, Joe Wolfe, David Harless, Randy Ramseyer,…
  • May 8

    What the Supreme Court said about whether a tomato is a vegetable

    What the Supreme Court said about whether a tomato is a vegetable
    Last night I caught the tail end of the seed library presentation at the library in Abingdon and one of the seed people said that a tomato is botanically a fruit but the Supreme Court has ruled that it is a vegetable. So, of course, I had to…
Rank this Week: 1429

Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog

Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog

Covers personal injury, criminal defense, and family law in Virginia.

http://www.livesaymyers.com/blog/
  • Nov 19

    What Servicemembers Need To Know Before Obtaining A Divorce In Virginia: Part One

    What Servicemembers Need To Know Before Obtaining A Divorce In Virginia: Part One
    Are you a servicemember who is contemplating a divorce or separation from your spouse? For most servicemembers, the failure of a marriage is one of the most stressful experiences of their lives.
  • Nov 14

    Termination Of Parental Rights In Virginia

    Termination Of Parental Rights In Virginia
    One of the most frequently asked questions of Virginia family law attorneys is how a parent’s parental rights can be terminated. Often times a custodial parent wants to terminate the rights of the noncustodial parent because (s)he is not…
  • Nov 12

    The Pros And Cons Of Divorce Based On Adultery

    The Pros And Cons Of Divorce Based On Adultery
    If you believe your spouse is engaging in an extramarital sexual relationship, you are probably considering filing for divorce on the ground of adultery. Adultery is not only a ground for divorce in Virginia, but it is also a class four…
Rank this Week: 1410

Intellalegal IP News

Intellalegal IP News

Features intellectual property news concerning patents, trademarks and copyrights

http://www.intellalegal.com/
Rank this Week: 1532

Business Brawls Blog

Business Brawls Blog

Covers business litigation issues. By Kaufman Law.

http://www.businessbrawls.com/blog
  • May 21

    Is a settlement agreement an enforceable contract?

    Is a settlement agreement an enforceable contract?
    A settlement agreement and a contract are synonymous.  So the question is really, is there a contract to settle the case?  What are the elements of contract?  Offer, yep.  I will dismiss my case if you dismiss yours and…
  • May 14

    When You Should Appeal

    When You Should Appeal
    Some attorneys like to appeal every case that the client can afford to pay for.  Others don’t agree and file an appeal only when they see clear error.  I don’t agree that there is a blanket rule for appeals.  It…
  • May 7

    Zealous Representation? Or Deliberate Overkill?

    Zealous Representation? Or Deliberate Overkill?
    Sometimes you run into lawyers and clients who just don’t seem to have any idea of proportionality.  I won’t name names, but a couple of national firms are that way.  So they might take case worth a few thousand and…
Rank this Week: 1545

Questions & Answers About Divorce…

Questions & Answers About Divorce and Family Law

Answers common questions regarding divorce, separation agreements, child support, annulment, child custody and other family law matters. By The Garrett Law Group.

http://vabeachdivorceattorney.net/questions-answers/
  • May 22

    How Do I File For A Modification Of My Child Support Or Child Custody and Visitation Order?

    How Do I File For A Modification Of My Child Support Or Child Custody and Visitation Order?
    When a court issues an order for child custody and visitation or for payment of child support, that order is based upon the circumstances existing at the time of the order. Over time, it is not uncommon for those circumstances to change in…
  • May 18

    For A Virginia Divorce May We Be Separated And Live In The Same House?

    For A Virginia Divorce May We Be Separated And Live In The Same House?
    Under Virginia law, it is required that spouses live separate and apart for a period of either six or twelve months (depending on whether there are minor children) prior to finalizing a divorce. Maintaining separate households for this time…
  • May 15

    How Does A Parent Sign Over Parental Rights And Not Be Obligated For Child Support?

    How Does A Parent Sign Over Parental Rights And Not Be Obligated For Child Support?
    This is a frequently asked question by both mothers and fathers alike. The answer lies in who is the beneficiary of the child support. Child support, as it is called, is support for the child, not the custodial parent. It is the child’s…
Rank this Week: 1676

The HMA Law Firm Blawg

The HMA Law Firm Blawg

Covers immigration and criminal law. By Hassan M. Ahmad.

http://www.hmalegal.com/blawg.html
Rank this Week: 1629

Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer

Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer

Examines personal injury cases and precedents throughout the country with a particular focus on Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. By Price Benowitz LLP.

http://www.virginia-personalinjurylawyer.com/#entries
Rank this Week: 1873

Health Information Technology and…

Health Information Technology and Privacy Blog

Provides guidance to health care providers and facilities as they move into a new electronic era of privacy and security concerns under HIPAA and the HITECH Act. By Ober Kaler.

http://oberhealthinformationtechnology.com/
  • May 23

    NOIs Due Soon to Apply for 2014 ACO Program

    NOIs Due Soon to Apply for 2014 ACO Program
    The Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) for accountable care organizations (ACOs) established under the Affordable Care Act is about to kick-off its second year with a new round of applications for the January 1, 2014 start date. As part…
  • Jan 24

    HHS Overhaul of HIPAA: Summary of New Obligations for Covered Entities and Business Associate

    HHS Overhaul of HIPAA: Summary of New Obligations for Covered Entities and Business Associate
    On January 17, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) posted Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, Enforcement, and Breach Notification Rules [PDF] (the Final Rule) under the authority of the HITECH Act and the…
  • Jan 17

    New HIPAA Rule Released Today

    New HIPAA Rule Released Today
    The new HIPAA/HITECH rule in an unpublished version was released today and can be found at www.federalregister.gov/articles/2013/01/25/2013-01073/modifications-to-the-hipaa-privacy-security-enforcement-and-breach-notification-rules.…
Rank this Week: 1865

Virginia Business Law Update

Virginia Business Law Update

Covers news and legal developments affecting Virginia businesses. By PCT Law Group.

http://www.virginiabusinesslawupdate.com/
  • Apr 23

    Fourth Circuit Substantially Reduces Jury's Emotional Damages Award in False Claims Act Case

    Fourth Circuit Substantially Reduces Jury's Emotional Damages Award in False Claims Act Case
    In the Fourth Circuit (the federal court with appellate jurisdiction over the district courts in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, South Carolina and North Carolina), six-figure compensatory damage awards are frequently viewed as excessive. …
  • Apr 23

    Fourth Circuit Substantially Reduces Jury's Emotional Damages Award

    Fourth Circuit Substantially Reduces Jury's Emotional Damages Award
    In the Fourth Circuit (the federal court with appellate jurisdiction over the district courts in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, South Carolina and North Carolina), six-figure compensatory damage awards are rarely upheld on a motion for…
  • Apr 22

    Government Contractor Teaming Agreement Ruled Unenforceable

    Government Contractor Teaming Agreement Ruled Unenforceable
    In the world of government contracts, companies frequently team together to put forward the most persuasive bid in response to a Request for Proposal (“RFP”). Such teaming arrangements often result in a teaming agreement between…
Rank this Week: 1926

Northern Virginia Lawyer

Northern Virginia Lawyer

Commentary and insight on Virginia law and procedure.

http://northernvirginialawyer.blogspot.com/
  • May 21

    Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad

    Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad
    Ken Cuccinelli has gone public in a new television spot with a side of himself that I thought would forever remain private. In 2006, just a couple of months after the conclusion of the General Assembly session Ken Cuccinelli's close friend…
  • May 2

    Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair

    Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair
    In the case of former chef to the Executive mansion Todd Schneider, AG Cuccinelli's office (as predicted) has been let out of the case.In response to discovery motions implicating Governor Bob McDonnell, AG Cuccinelli's office moved the court…
  • Apr 30

    Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement

    Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement
    An Attorney General seeking a governorship, a well-heeled businessman paying a substantial amount toward the Governor's  daughter's wedding, a disgruntled former employee being prosecuted for embezzlement, and an off year election make…
Rank this Week: 2161

DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice…

DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog

Covers medical malpractice, product liability, public health and tort reform. By Regan Zambri & Long.

http://www.dcmedmalblog.com/
  • May 13

    Senate Drafts Bill to Regulate Compounding Pharmacie

    Senate Drafts Bill to Regulate Compounding Pharmacie
    Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner   Following the recent debates over how to regulate the compounding pharmacy business, the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee of the U.S. Senate has drafted a bill…
  • Apr 24

    Analysis of 25 Years of Paid Malpractice Claim

    Analysis of 25 Years of Paid Malpractice Claim
    Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner   A recent article published by BMJ Quality and Safety studied the diagnosis-related claims from the National Practitioner Data Bank maintained by the federal…
  • Apr 16

    Compounding Pharmacy Report Reveals Limited Regulation

    Compounding Pharmacy Report Reveals Limited Regulation
    Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner   The push to regulate compounding pharmacies is beginning to gain more attention on the national front. According to a congressional report released on April 15, 2013, the…
Rank this Week: 2179

Thoughts on Wills & Estate…

Thoughts on Wills & Estate Planning

Covers estate planning in Virginia and Maryland. By Scott R. Zucker.

http://estateplanninginfoblog.com
  • Jan 4

    Federal Estate and Gift Tax Rules for 2013, Including Example

    Federal Estate and Gift Tax Rules for 2013, Including Example
    By passing the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (“ATRA”), President Obama and Congress have agreed on a first step towards solving our fiscal cliff problem.  While neither Democrats or Republicans seem overly…
  • Dec 2

    My 21 Favorite Estate Planning Insults and Comeback

    My 21 Favorite Estate Planning Insults and Comeback
    When you achieve a certain level of success in estate planning law, complaining about the billboards, the yachts, the keys to the cities, the authorized (and unauthorized) documentaries about your life, etc. seems a bit petty. Then again, the…
  • Nov 30

    The Fiscal Cliff and Your Estate Planning (Part III): The Impact on You

    The Fiscal Cliff and Your Estate Planning (Part III): The Impact on You
    In the first post of this series, we discussed the fiscal cliff and its impact on our economy.  In the previous post, we covered the proposals most likely to be considered by Congress in the coming weeks.  In this final post of the…
Rank this Week: 2087

Peter John Louie Law Blog

Peter John Louie Law Blog

Covers Virginia traffic and criminal law.

http://www.peterlouielaw.com/law-blog/
  • May 24

    Virginia State Police to Increase Traffic Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend

    Virginia State Police to Increase Traffic Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend
    Whether you are headed to Virginia Beach for some sun or headed from a city like Chesapeake or Norfolk to Busch Gardens for some fun, please drive safely out there this weekend. The Virginia State Police will boost patrols over interstates…
  • May 16

    Does Ontario Care about Traffic Tickets in Virginia?

    Does Ontario Care about Traffic Tickets in Virginia?
    If you have a driver’s license from Ontario and received a traffic ticket in Virginia, you may be wondering how Ontario will view an out of state traffic ticket conviction. While I am not an attorney licensed in Ontario, their Ministry…
  • May 13

    May I Prepay my Reckless Driving Ticket Summons?

    May I Prepay my Reckless Driving Ticket Summons?
    In Virginia, you may not prepay a reckless driving ticket. Actually, calling that yellow carbon paper form you received a “driving ticket” understates the matter. The Virginia Uniform Summons form is what law enforcement agencies…
Rank this Week: 2416

Virginia Business Litigation…

Virginia Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers news and updates in business litigation, IP, trademark, copyright law. Published By BerlikLaw, LLC.

http://www.virginiabusinesslitigationlawyer.com/
  • May 20

    Prior to Derivative Suit, Shareholder Demand Must Clearly Identify Wrong and Demand Action

    Prior to Derivative Suit, Shareholder Demand Must Clearly Identify Wrong and Demand Action
    A shareholder acting on behalf of a corporation may bring a "derivative suit" against corporate directors and management for fraud, mismanagement, self-dealing or dishonesty. Before bringing such a suit, the shareholder must make a written…
  • Apr 15

    An Unsigned Contract is No Party for Wiz Khalifa

    An Unsigned Contract is No Party for Wiz Khalifa
    Musical artist Cameron Jibril Thomaz, better known as "Wiz Khalifa," recently saw his breach of contract case against It's My Party get dismissed. Mr. Thomaz had hired The Agency Group as his booking agent for a new tour which would have…
  • Apr 2

    Res Judicata: Double Jeopardy's Civil-Lawsuit Cousin

    Res Judicata: Double Jeopardy's Civil-Lawsuit Cousin
    When Cecil Addison was passed over for promotion, he sued Volvo Trucks North America and Ivan Mitchell in the Western District of Virginia for breach of contract and discrimination. Volvo Trucks had a contract agreement with the United Auto…
Rank this Week: 2410

Thomson Law Firm Q & A

Thomson Law Firm Q & A

Answers common questions about car accidents, medical malpractice and other serious issues that can involve lawsuits.

http://www.myvirginiainjurylawyer.com/q-a/
  • May 15

    Do I Need To License To Operate A Boat Or A WaveRunner In Virginia?

    Do I Need To License To Operate A Boat Or A WaveRunner In Virginia?
    The short answer to that question is “YES”.  Virginia has started the phasing in of a law requiring all personal watercraft and motorboat operators to be licensed by 2016. This schedule, posted on The Smith Mountain Lake…
  • May 7

    Day Care Accident Causes Death Of A Child In Pulaski County

    Day Care Accident Causes Death Of A Child In Pulaski County
    My thoughts and prayers are with the family of a six year old boy in Pulaski County tonight.  Their son was taken from them in a day care accident this morning. Accidents in home day care facilities and centers are increasing across…
  • Apr 25

    Is The Tough Mudder Worth Dying For?

    Is The Tough Mudder Worth Dying For?
    Looking for something fun and exciting to post on your Facebook Page?  Something that says to your friends, “I’m adventurous, in great shape, and living life to the fullest!”  Well, some would have you believe that…
Rank this Week: 2318

Robert Weed Bankruptcy Law

Robert Weed Bankruptcy Law

Provides bankruptcy information for Northern Virginia.

http://robertweed.com/blog/
  • Apr 30

    Do people get sued by the second mortgage after a short sale?

    Do people get sued by the second mortgage after a short sale?
    Saw three couples this month who needed to file bankruptcy, because they were getting sued–garnished in one case–by the second mortgage after a short sale. It was surprising that they were surprised.   At the peak of the…
  • Apr 18

    After Bankruptcy: Bank of America Can’t Stop Themselve

    After Bankruptcy: Bank of America Can’t Stop Themselve
    This is a story about how Bank of America violated the bankruptcy discharge, hacking off Gus and Nikoleta, and me.  (I’ve changed the names of Gus and Nikoleta–all the rest of this is true.)  And then hit Gus…
  • Mar 30

    Can they put a lien on the house I bought after the bankruptcy?

    Can they put a lien on the house I bought after the bankruptcy?
    Did you put off filing bankruptcy until after somebody got a judgment against you? Pre-bankruptcy judgments are liens on property you own before the bankruptcy.  (Sometimes they can be removed;  sometimes they…
Rank this Week: 2470

Maryland Injury and Disability Law

Maryland Injury and Disability Law

Covers injury and disability issues. By Greenberg & Bederman, LLP.

http://www.mdinjurydisabilitylaw.com/
  • Apr 3

    Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare

    Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare
    One aspect of our practice is working with some of our injured clients to help them get through the Social Security Disability Insurance process. We don’t have to do this with all of our clients. Some of our clients suffer injuries that…
  • Apr 3

    Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury

    Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury
    Petula Dvorak is a columnist for the Washington Post, but not the sort of columnist that grabs national headlines or gets invited to cable talk shows. She covers Washington, DC, the place where regular people work and live, and not…
  • Mar 14

    Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio

    Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio
      As far as car accidents go, you really can’t get much worse than this: “A car crash in Ohio this weekend killed 6 teens. The Honda Passport was carrying eight teenagers when it crashed into a guardrail just south of Warren,…
Rank this Week: 2314

Government Contractor Insights

Government Contractor Insights

Features comments on recently-published decisions about Federal Government Contracts law and public procurement topics. By Albo & Oblon, L.L.P.

http://www.procurement-lawyer.com/government-contractor-insights/
  • Feb 11

    Court of Federal Claims Tucker Act Implied-in-Fact Contract Jurisdiction

    Court of Federal Claims Tucker Act Implied-in-Fact Contract Jurisdiction
    The Tucker Act, 28 U.S.C. § 1491, creates the Contract jurisdiction of the United States Court of Federal Claims. Included within section (a)(1) of this statute are money-mandating Contracts of the United States, and these…
  • Nov 5

    What Is “Arbitrary and Capricious” Agency Action?

    What Is “Arbitrary and Capricious” Agency Action?
    There are two Grounds for challenges to Agency Action which may be asserted in a Procurement Protest: (a) Agency Action in violation of statute, regulation, or controlling Agency guidelines, 5 U.S.C. § 706(2)(A), (C) and 28 U.S.C. §…
  • Jul 20

    “Hard Facts” Are Required To Establish a Significant Potential Organizational Conflict of Interest

    “Hard Facts” Are Required To Establish a Significant Potential Organizational Conflict of Interest
    In Turner Construction Co., Inc. v. United States, et al., Fed Cl. No. 10-195C, July 16, 2010, the United States Court of Federal Claims overturns the Army’s adoption of a “Recommendation,” of the United States Government Accountability…
Rank this Week: 2455

Maier & Maier, PLLC IP Blawg

Maier & Maier, PLLC IP Blawg

Covers patent litigation, prosecution and searches.

http://www.postgrant.com/
  • Nov 15

    New USPTO Satellite Office

    New USPTO Satellite Office
    The new Elijah J. McCoy Satellite USPTO Office has opened in Detroit  Michigan.  The Office is located on the Detroit River at 300 River Place South, Suite 2900, Detroit, MI 48207.  The Detroit Office provides access to the USPTO's…
  • Oct 19

    Another Decision in the Apple-Samsung War

    Another Decision in the Apple-Samsung War
    In the latest decision in the Apple-Samsung mobile devices war, the United Kingdom's Court of Appeals unanimously upheld the decision of the Patents County Court, Birss, J., in finding that Samsung had not infringed on Apple's registered…
  • Oct 2

    Fee Schedule Change

    Fee Schedule Change
    A new fee schedule is set to begin October 5, 2012 that raises patent fees.  The fee increase is allegedly to account for inflation and will thus minimally raise fees between 0-3%.  However, it should be noted that a larger fee increase is…
Rank this Week: 2290

Virginia Trucking Accident Injury…

Virginia Trucking Accident Injury Attorneys

Covers truck accidents and legal issues affecting trucking law in Virginia and beyond. By the Cooper Hurley Law Firm.

http://www.virginia-truck-accident-attorney-help.com/
Rank this Week: 2839

Class Action Countermeasures

Class Action Countermeasures

Covers class action defense. By McGuireWoods LLP.

http://www.classactioncountermeasures.com
  • May 23

    Fail-Safe Classes and One-Way Intervention

    Fail-Safe Classes and One-Way Intervention
    The merits based (or "fail-safe") class (e.g., "everyone who was a victim of defendant's fraud") has long been considered one of the best examples of a poorly-defined class: because the class is defined in terms of the merits, the class size…
  • May 21

    Coupon Settlements Revisited - Feder v Frank

    Coupon Settlements Revisited - Feder v Frank
    Just about anyone who owns a printer has strong opinions on toner cartridges. An enterprising group of plaintiffs' lawyers sought to capitalize on consumer annoyance with printer cartridges by filing three class actions in the Northern…
  • May 16

    Class Action a la Francais? - The Approach of the French Group Action

    Class Action a la Francais? - The Approach of the French Group Action
    The Economist is reporting that the French president Francois Hollande's government just presented a class action bill to the Council of Ministers on May 2. While the bill still must be debated and passed, it has already generated a fair…
Rank this Week: 2891

Questions & Answers About Arrests…

Questions & Answers About Arrests & Criminal Procedures in Virginia Beach

Answers common questions regarding criminal law and criminal charges. By Garrett Law Group, PLC.

http://www.garrettlawgroup.com/questions-answers/
  • May 22

    Can You Afford Not To Hire An Attorney For A Reckless Driving Ticket In Virginia Beach?

    Can You Afford Not To Hire An Attorney For A Reckless Driving Ticket In Virginia Beach?
    According to studies, the average cost of car insurance in Virginia is just over $1300 per year. A single reckless driving conviction will add six points to your Virginia driving record. Other research indicates that one reckless driving…
  • May 17

    My Roommate Is On Probation, May Their Probation Officer Search My Room Without A Warrant?

    My Roommate Is On Probation, May Their Probation Officer Search My Room Without A Warrant?
    Any person who is placed on supervised probation for a felony conviction in Virginia is subject to random searches by their probation officer or any law enforcement officer. As a condition of their probation, they must sign a waiver of their…
  • May 11

    An Arrest Warrant Was Issued In Virginia Beach But I Live Out Of State

    An Arrest Warrant Was Issued In Virginia Beach But I Live Out Of State
    We get frequent calls from individuals who have recent warrants, and even warrants that are several years or a decade old, in Virginia Beach. Most of these warrants are based on traffic tickets, like reckless driving, or simple misdemeanors,…
Rank this Week: 2705

Ryan Alley Intellectual Property…

Ryan Alley Intellectual Property Law Blog

Follows recent developments in US Patent and Intellectual Property Law and offers practitioners feedback and lessons for dealing with these changes.

http://alleylegal.com/blog
  • May 20

    Incorporations by Reference – Vol. 20

    Incorporations by Reference – Vol. 20
    Brief mentions of IP stories floating around in the past few weeks that might be of interest. -The Supreme Court continues to offer the last word on many patent issues, already issuing two patent decisions this…
  • May 16

    In re Hubbell – Family & Priority Lessons (Part II)

    In re Hubbell – Family & Priority Lessons (Part II)
    Case No. 2011-1547 (Newman, O’Malley, Wallach) Federal common law is alive and well in patent jurisprudence. The courts have created several patent doctrines without any statutory basis, and those that do have statutory backing often…
  • May 7

    Santarus v. Par Pharms – Family & Priority Lessons (Part I)

    Santarus v. Par Pharms – Family & Priority Lessons (Part I)
    Case Nos. 2010-1360 (Rader, Newman, Moore) Happy patent families are all alike; every unhappy patent family is unhappy in its own way. (I’m sure this is how Tolstoy really meant it.) Properly managing a portfolio of related…
Rank this Week: 2714

Consumer Bankruptcy Law

Consumer Bankruptcy Law

Covers consumer bankruptcy issues. By Robert S. Brandt.

http://brandtlawfirm.com/bankruptcy/blog
  • May 20

    I thought my mortgage and car payment was not part of the bankruptcy?!

    I thought my mortgage and car payment was not part of the bankruptcy?!
    I THOUGHT MY MORTGAGE AND CAR PAYMENT WAS NOT PART OF THE BANKRUPTCY?! One of the most difficult and annoying things for people to understand when they file a chapter 7 bankruptcy case is that while they may be filing bankruptcy on the credit…
  • May 10

    How to Deal with Bill Collectors?

    How to Deal with Bill Collectors?
    WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I STOP PAYING ON MY CREDIT CARD OR OTHER ACCOUNT? Let’s start with the basics. Typically, particularly with credit card accounts, the answer is calls, calls and more calls. Then what? Well, normally, most creditors…
  • Jan 25

    WILL I LOSE MY TAX REFUND IF I FILE FOR BANKRUPTCY?

    WILL I LOSE MY TAX REFUND IF I FILE FOR BANKRUPTCY?
    WILL I LOSE MY TAX REFUND IF I FILE FOR BANKRUPTCY? The chances are highly unlikely that you will have to forfeit your tax refund if you file for chapter 7 bankruptcy, unless that is….So, what are some of those “unless”…
Rank this Week: 2639

Estate Planning, Explained

Estate Planning, Explained

By One Point One Legal, PLC.

http://www.onepointonelegal.com/category/blog/wills-trusts-and-taxes/
  • May 13

    Resigning as Trustee

    Resigning as Trustee
    Many people seem to think of being a trustee as being like having a job: a trustee has responsibilities to fulfill and gets paid (sometimes). But, in many ways, being a trustee is nothing like having a job. The differencedirect lender payday…
  • Apr 24

    Funding: How to Get Stuff into Your Trust

    Funding: How to Get Stuff into Your Trust
    “Funding” a trust is what estate planning lawyers call the process of getting your assets into the trust. Trust vs. Trustee When we say we want to transfer something to your trust, what we really mean is we want toFunding: How to…
  • Mar 26

    The Affordable Estate Plan Experiment

    The Affordable Estate Plan Experiment
    Since we opened in 2011, we’ve had a number of clients who didn’t really need or want all of the customization and attorney time we offer in our traditional estate planning process, as well as a few who just weren’t…
Rank this Week: 2683

IPelton

IPelton

Trademark, brand and social media news, analysis and tips. Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC.

http://www.erikpelton.com/resources/
  • May 7

    Great city slogan and branding: DALLAS BIG THINGS HAPPEN HERE (#INTA13)

    Great city slogan and branding: DALLAS BIG THINGS HAPPEN HERE (#INTA13)
    I’m in Dallas for a few days for the INTA conference. The city and the convention center has very nice branding, as throughout the city there are a variety of logos, posters, and promotion for the city of Dallas. Many feature the slogan…
  • May 6

    Leason Ellis LLP law firm sues Patent & Trademark Agency, LLC for sending misleading trademark solicitation

    Leason Ellis LLP law firm sues Patent & Trademark Agency, LLC for sending misleading trademark solicitation
    Last week, New York intellectual property law firm Leason Ellis LLP filed suit against Patent & Trademark Agency, LLC in Federal District Court for the Southern District of New York alleging that the company’s solicitations to…
  • May 3

    Navy amphibious transport dock – a photo journal

    Navy amphibious transport dock – a photo journal
    A few weekends ago, I had an amazing experience as I was present at the US Naval base in Norfolk, Virginia for the official commissioning of the USS Arlington, an amphibious transport dock.  This was my first experience at a…
Rank this Week: 2702

Virginia Trucking Accident /…

Virginia Trucking Accident / Injury Blog

Covers truck accidents and trucking issues in the Commonwealth of Virginia. By Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis & Appleton, P.C.

http://www.virginiatruckingaccidents.com
  • Apr 30

    Five Car Pileup In Charlotte, NC Involves Two Tractor-Trailer

    Five Car Pileup In Charlotte, NC Involves Two Tractor-Trailer
    By Jim Lewis, VA/NC Trucking Accident Attorney One person was hospitalized following a five-vehicle crash on I-77 during the morning rush hour that involved two tractor-trailers. To learn more, read the full story here… “Two…
  • Apr 29

    Truck Driver Charged With DWI Following Deadly Greensboro, NC Crash

    Truck Driver Charged With DWI Following Deadly Greensboro, NC Crash
    By Jim Lewis, VA/NC Trucking Accident Attorney What Happened: The driver of a tractor-trailer in Greensboro, NC has been charged in a fatal wreck that left another driver with life-threatening injuries. Police say the truck driver was…
  • Apr 21

    One Death Results From I-95 Accident Involving Tractor-Trailer

    One Death Results From I-95 Accident Involving Tractor-Trailer
    Virginia State Police announced that a man died after being struck by a tractor-trailer on I-95. The driver’s car had broken down by the side of the road and the driver had exited his vehicle when he was hit by the truck and died at the…
Rank this Week: 2596

Unfair Business Practices

Unfair Business Practices

Focuses on unfair business and trade practices. By Williams Mullen.

http://unfairbusinesspractices.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 2521

Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Covers small business, criminal, IP, and estate planning issues.

http://www.andrewflusche.com
  • May 23

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: Mrs. Uninsured Lawyer

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: Mrs. Uninsured Lawyer
    The Virginia State Bar also keeps track of attorneys who don’t have malpractice insurance. While that might seem like an odd thing to check, malpractice insurance helps protect you. If your attorney botches your case, you might have a…
  • May 22

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: Mr. Disciplined Lawyer

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: Mr. Disciplined Lawyer
    As attorneys we have strict rules about how we have to operate our law firms and handle cases for clients. If an attorney violates a rule, they get disciplined by the Virginia State Bar. Before investing your money in an attorney, you should…
  • May 21

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: The Cheap Lawyer

    Lawyers You Should NOT Hire: The Cheap Lawyer
    You get what you pay for. Sadly, many people don’t understand that principle. It holds true for cars, for houses, and even for defense lawyers. One time in court, a gentleman came up to me and asked “How do I find my…
Rank this Week: 3327

Virginia Defamation Law Blog

Virginia Defamation Law Blog

Covers defamation, internet law and torts. By BerlikLaw LLC.

http://www.virginiadefamationlawyer.com/
  • May 16

    Injunctive Relief Unavailable for False Light Claim, Says Pennsylvania Court

    Injunctive Relief Unavailable for False Light Claim, Says Pennsylvania Court
    Many jurisdictions, including Pennsylvania, follow the old common law rule that equity will not enjoin a libel. The First Amendment carries a presumption against prior restraints, but does not pose an absolute bar to injunctive relief in…
  • May 1

    Google Loathe to Remove Content Claimed to Be Defamatory

    Google Loathe to Remove Content Claimed to Be Defamatory
    The Internet search giant Google periodically issues "Transparency Reports" which summarize government requests for removal of content from the Internet and Google's response to the requests. Google also discloses statistics regarding…
  • Apr 20

    D.C. Defamation Case Filed Against Redskin Fred Davi

    D.C. Defamation Case Filed Against Redskin Fred Davi
    Makini R. Chaka is an owner of Remy Enterprise Group, LLC ("Remy"), an entity that arranges and coordinates logistics for celebrity appearances at public and private events. When Remy arranges a celebrity appearance, either the venue or the…
Rank this Week: 3427

Media and Communications Policy

Media and Communications Policy

Covers First Amendment and communication policy issues. By the Media Institute.

http://www.mediacompolicy.org/
  • May 9

    Putting a Coda to the Myth of That YouTube Video

    Putting a Coda to the Myth of That YouTube Video
    The congressional Benghazi hearings may leave room for debate about why the Administration acted as it did before, during, and after the tragedy, but they surely put to rest any lingering claims that the attack was a consequence of that…
  • May 8

    Facebook Jumps Into the Political Fray

    Facebook Jumps Into the Political Fray
    The resolution of the flap over campaign ads paid for by a group (Fwd.us) funded by some leading tech barons, most notably Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, is going to be revealing of many things. Perhaps for the first time the tech industry…
  • May 2

    Blessings Amid the Gloom

    Blessings Amid the Gloom
    Just as men don’t live by bread alone, bloggers too are people of many parts.  Which is why I give you the following, all courtesy of YouTube. Robby Firman, age 7, a contestant on “Britain’s Got Talent,” who…
Rank this Week: 2975