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Climate Change Attorney Blog

Covers climate change, greenhouse gases, and environmental regulations. By Silverberg Zalantis LLP.

http://www.climatechangeattorney.com/

May 11
CO2 Levels Reach 400 PPM

CO2 Levels Reach 400 PPM

For the first time in what is believed to be 3 million years, carbon dioxide levels were recorded this week at 400 ppm on top of the 11,000 foot Mauna Loa mountain in Hawaii.
May 5
NASA Study Predicts Climate Change Will Increase Extremes in Rainfall and Drought

NASA Study Predicts Climate Change Will Increase Extremes in Rainfall and Drought

NASA released a study predicting that, with increased global warming, areas prone to heavy rains will see increases in rainfall while areas prone to drought will experience even less rainfall.
Mar 31
New Reaserch on Greening of the Arctic

New Reaserch on Greening of the Arctic

A study released on March 31, 2013 projects a significant increase in Arctic tree cover and resultant impacts on climate change into the 2050s.

Rank this Week: 712

Cruise Ship Lawyers Blog

Covers sexual assaults, injuries, passenger disappearances and wrongful death aboard cruise ships. By Leesfield & Partners.

http://www.cruiseshiplawyersblog.com/

May 10
Injured on a cruise ship? You need a cruise ship injury lawyer!

Injured on a cruise ship? You need a cruise ship injury lawyer!

When a passenger sustains an injury while on a cruise ship or while on a shore excursion purchased through the cruise line, a maritime law attorney must be contacted immediately so as to maximize the recovery of a potential personal injury…
Apr 16
Navigating the Obstacles Created by Cruise Lines in Shore Excursion Tragedie

Navigating the Obstacles Created by Cruise Lines in Shore Excursion Tragedie

Article written by Robert D. Peltz and Carol L. Finklehoffe of Leesfield & Partners, P.A. Published in the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys Journal. The allure of exotic foreign ports and exciting new excursions form the…
Mar 15
Third stranded Carnival Cruise Ship prompts U.S. Senator's open letter to Carnival's CEO Micky Arison

Third stranded Carnival Cruise Ship prompts U.S. Senator's open letter to Carnival's CEO Micky Arison

The Carnival Dream is the third ship in less than 2 years that has encountered serious propulsion, and engine issues, severe enough to prompt Carnival to seek rescue from the Coast Guards (Carnival Splendor & Carnival Triumph). The…

Rank this Week: 703

The Sports & Entertainment Law…

The Sports & Entertainment Law Playbook.

Discusses current legal topics in the media, sports, and entertainment industries. By Joseph A. Bahgat.

http://www.sportsandentertainmentlawplaybook.com/

May 10
Could This Mean the End of Porno-Trolling Copyright Litigation?

Could This Mean the End of Porno-Trolling Copyright Litigation?

Earlier this week, U.S. District Judge Otis D. Wright II, from the Central District of California, delivered a shot heard round the legal world, when he issued an 11-page opinion & order condemning the four attorneys who are principally…
Apr 29
NJ Court Rules In Favor of Copyright Troll

NJ Court Rules In Favor of Copyright Troll

For a while, it's seemed like the tides had turned on copyright trolls, as federal court judges appear to be more and more skeptical of the (lack of) merits to the concept and strategy behind mass copyright litigation. But a recent decision…
Apr 5
ESPN Says Rutgers AD Tim Pernetti is Out

ESPN Says Rutgers AD Tim Pernetti is Out

ESPN is now reporting that Rutgers Athletic Director Tim Pernetti has been fired for his handling of the Mike Rice disciplinary procedure. Stay tuned...

Rank this Week: 726

New Jersey Injury Attorney Blog

Covers auto accidents, dog bites and workers compensation. By Lependorf & Silverstein.

http://www.newjerseyinjuryattorneyblog.com/

May 8
NJ DOT Bicycle Safety Tips — Wearing Helmets and Staying Visible

NJ DOT Bicycle Safety Tips — Wearing Helmets and Staying Visible

Courtesy of the New Jersey Department of Transportation, the following advice is offered to keep New Jersey bicyclists safe while they enjoy the ride. Helmets Each year, approximately 1,000 bicyclists lose their lives in the U.S. due to…
Apr 26
Lawrence Township Police: Drunk Driver Hit Pole, Caused Power Outage

Lawrence Township Police: Drunk Driver Hit Pole, Caused Power Outage

According to Lieutenant Mark Ubry, Lawrence Township police spokesman, a car crash shut down electrical service to businesses and residences in the Franklin Road area for several hours. As reported by Lawrenceville Patch, only one vehicle was…
Apr 16
What is the New Jersey Transit Bike Aboard Program?

What is the New Jersey Transit Bike Aboard Program?

New Jersey Transit wants to provide bicyclists the greatest amount of accommodations possible. According to njtransit.com, bicycle access to terminals, facilities, and services is encouraged and supported by New Jersey Transit. Permits are…

Rank this Week: 709

Miami Florida Bankruptcy Law

By Jordan E. Bublick.

http://jbublick.blogspot.com/

Mar 7
Bankruptcy Glossary Aadversary proceedingA…

Bankruptcy Glossary Aadversary proceedingA lawsuit arising in or related to a bankruptcy case that is commenced by filing a complaint with the court. A nonexclusive list of adversary proceedings is set forth in Fed. R. Bankr. P.…
Mar 7
The Chapter 13 DischargeThe bankruptcy law…

The Chapter 13 DischargeThe bankruptcy law regarding the scope of the chapter 13 discharge is complex and has recently undergone major changes. Therefore, debtors should consult competent legal counsel prior to filing regarding the scope…
Mar 7
Making the Chapter 13 Plan WorkThe…

Making the Chapter 13 Plan WorkThe provisions of a confirmed plan bind the debtor and each creditor. Once the court confirms the plan, the debtor must make the plan succeed. The debtor must make regular payments to the trustee either…

Rank this Week: 727

Central Ohio DUI-OVI Blog

Discusses topics related to D.U.I. (O.V.I.) in Ohio. By Shawn R. Dominy.

http://centralohiodui-oviblog.blogspot.com/

Dec 22
HOLIDAY GREETING: DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

HOLIDAY GREETING: DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

The holiday season is at its climax. Some of us who would not ordinarily step foot in a mall battle huge crowds to buy last-minute gifts. Most of us attend more parties in two weeks than they we do the rest of the year. All…
Dec 22
HOLIDAY GREETING: DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

HOLIDAY GREETING: DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

The holiday season is at its climax. Some of us who would not ordinarily step foot in a mall battle huge crowds to buy last-minute gifts. Most of us attend more parties in two weeks than they we do the rest of the year. All…
Nov 18
INTOXILYZER 8000 CHALLENGES CONTINUE

INTOXILYZER 8000 CHALLENGES CONTINUE

Previous posts in this blog discussed developments with the Intoxilyzer 8000 breath-testingmachine. On May 3, 2012, the post summarized the Gerome case in Athens. In Gerome, the judge held the defendant is permitted to introduce…

Rank this Week: 722

LawPundit

Covers law, information technology, intellectual property and new media. By Andis Kaulins.

http://lawpunditblog.blogspot.com/

Nov 25
BBC Libel Case Expands to Twitter Tweet

BBC Libel Case Expands to Twitter Tweet

Eric Pfanner has the Story at the New York Times in Libel Case That Snared BBC Widens to Twitter. There is substantial need in society to go after online libelers. The Internet is not a law-free zone.
Nov 25
Law Enforcement and Digital Devices: Cellphone Law Lacks Court Consensus As Congress Legislates Years Behind the Times and Every Judge Hacks Out Algorithmic-Like Solutions in His or Her Judicial Lab

Law Enforcement and Digital Devices: Cellphone Law Lacks Court Consensus As Congress Legislates Years Behind the Times and Every Judge Hacks Out Algorithmic-Like Solutions in His or Her Judicial Lab

Is modern law and jurisprudence failing in fulfilling its obligation to provide society with clear and understandable norms? Take a look at Legal Consensus of Warrantless Cellphone Searches Is Elusive at the New York Times by Somini…
Nov 23
Patent Conference Recap of Santa Clara University SCU Solutions to the Software Patent Problem -- at Written Description

Patent Conference Recap of Santa Clara University SCU Solutions to the Software Patent Problem -- at Written Description

A Software Patent Conference Recap of the Friday Santa Clara SCU conference on Solutions to the Software Patent Problem is found at Written Description. See also links and comments on Twitter at #htli and #patentprom.

Rank this Week: 707

Mesothelioma Legal Information…

Mesothelioma Legal Information Center

Covers mesothelioma and asbestosis. From Deaton Shaw.

http://www.mesothelioma.net

Oct 24
Union Carbide Guilty of Cover-Up

Union Carbide Guilty of Cover-Up

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentLos Angeles Court Finds Union Carbide Corp. Guilty of Cover-Up in Mesothelioma Case It is a case of cover-up and negligence, and Dow Chemical’s subsidiary, Union Carbide Corp., is being held responsible.…
Oct 10
Japan Earthquake Still Causing Asbestos Concern

Japan Earthquake Still Causing Asbestos Concern

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentOn March 11, 2011, Japan was rattled by a massive earthquake that caused health concerns around the world. The magnitude of the quake caught Japan’s leaders off guard and prompted them to manage the most…
Sep 5
Libby Seeing Small Light at the End of a Long, Grueling, Asbestos-Filled Tunnel

Libby Seeing Small Light at the End of a Long, Grueling, Asbestos-Filled Tunnel

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentIt is no secret that Libby, Montana is the site of the most riveting asbestos story in the country to date. The tiny town of approximately 3,000 people was blanketed in so much asbestos from a mine just…

Rank this Week: 705

Construction Industry Blog

Follows the construction industry and related legal topics. By Womble Carlyle.

http://wombleconstruction.blogspot.com/

Jul 20
Paradoxe

Paradoxe

For the past six months or so, I've been using ConsensusDOCS agreement forms wherever I can reasonably do so ---- meaning that I'm using them for projects on which there is not an owner or architect who insists on using AIA documents. I…
Jun 18
ConsensusDOCS for Public Contracts? Yes, In South Dakota

ConsensusDOCS for Public Contracts? Yes, In South Dakota

It will be interesting to see how quickly South Dakota begins using ConsensusDOCS for public contracts after the February 2009 legislation permitting the use of the "ConsensusDOCS 200 Standard Agreement and General Conditions Between Owner…
Mar 23
How do you measure damages when a construction blunder saves an owner $200 million?

How do you measure damages when a construction blunder saves an owner $200 million?

A recent story out of Las Vegas, covered in the NY Times, poses an interesting question for construction and real estate lawyers ---- what would be the measure of damages for defective construction, the result of which is estimated to save…

Rank this Week: 714

Stand Pat

Commentary, opinion and advice on U.S. and PCT patent prosecution practice. By Graham Alig.

http://standpat.blogspot.com/

Dec 19
I Give Up

I Give Up

If you actually read this, (which I'm sure many people don't), here's a quick announcement: Due to the time that it takes to continuously post things on here, I'm not going to do it anymore. If you want to read my stuff, just do it on FanIQ.…
Nov 17
A Case Of The Monday

A Case Of The Monday

Picking On The Pollster
Nov 17
Blogging Day Of Rest

Blogging Day Of Rest

Jim Fassel Wants To Work For This Man.------------------------------------------------You Can Indeed Have A Tie Game In The NFL.Hockey Fight Of The Day

Rank this Week: 706

Property Insurance Coverage Law…

Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog

Covers property insurance coverage matters. By Merlin Law Group.

http://www.propertyinsurancecoveragelaw.com/

May 18
Florida Public Adjusters Make Progress Fighting Code Change

Florida Public Adjusters Make Progress Fighting Code Change

This spring, a hot topic for Florida public adjusters has been proposed changes to sections of the administrative code that govern public adjusters. Listen to the complete 25-minute audio recording from the recent DFS hearing here. Two of the…
May 17
Insurance Policy Conditions (a/k/a/ Land Mines): Part 29 - Subrogation

Insurance Policy Conditions (a/k/a/ Land Mines): Part 29 - Subrogation

Most insurance policies contain a subrogation condition. Subrogation is “[t]he principle under which an insurer that has paid a loss under an insurance policy is entitled to all the rights and remedies belonging to the insured against a…
May 17
Insurance Agent Experts and Insurance Agent Errors and Omission Case

Insurance Agent Experts and Insurance Agent Errors and Omission Case

Insurance agents usually promise a bunch of service and sell thier trust to policyholders at the point of sale. Most of the time, there is no loss or the loss is less than the deductible so even if the agent blundered and did not obtain the…

Rank this Week: 757

Virgin Islands Law Blog

Covers U.S. Virgin Island law and politics. By Tom Bolt.

http://lawblog.vilaw.com/

May 17
What Type of Insurance Do You Need for Your Small Business?

What Type of Insurance Do You Need for Your Small Business?

When starting your own business, insurance is an important consideration. Protecting your business investment with insurance minimizes the risks that can arise from unforeseen events, liabilities, and losses. Finding the…
May 15
Avoiding Foreclosure: First Talk to Your Lender

Avoiding Foreclosure: First Talk to Your Lender

Money troubles can be embarrassing. Some people take it as a sign of weakness, and many people don't like to admit that they need help. This is the main reason that people avoid contacting their mortgage lenders when they have…
May 12
Tax Ramifications of Selling a Busine

Tax Ramifications of Selling a Busine

There are many reasons and motivations for selling a business. On this list somewhere towards the top is the idea of cashing out and making money. Part of this is concern over how much money you will actually keep and how much you…

Rank this Week: 745

Lawyer 2 Lawyer

J. Craig Williams and Robert Ambrogi bring us their and their guests views on a variety of hot legal topics. Part of the Legal Talk Network.

http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/lawyer-2-lawyer/

May 17
Private Prisons, Profits, and Prisoners’ Right

Private Prisons, Profits, and Prisoners’ Right

On this edition of Lawyer2Lawyer host Bob Ambrogi discusses private prisons with Susan Herman, president of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and Adrian Moore, vice president of the Reason Foundation, a non-profit in support of…
May 3
Will Accused Boston Marathon Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Get the Death Penalty?

Will Accused Boston Marathon Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Get the Death Penalty?

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the surviving brother of the accused for the Boston marathon bombings, has become a face of the media lately. His prosecution and potential sentence raises many questions for both the public and the legal world. Attorneys…
Oct 31
Lawyer2Lawyer: A Retrospective

Lawyer2Lawyer: A Retrospective

We started Lawyer2Lawyer back in August of 2005 with the idea of providing quality content and discussion of timely legal news and information for the legal profession with regularly published podcasts and often videos too. Since our…

Rank this Week: 736

Southern California Defense Blog

Covers criminal defense law issues and topics. Published by Southern California criminal defense law corporation, Wallin & Klarich.

http://www.southerncaliforniadefenseblog.com/

May 17
How can Wallin & Klarich help me clean up my record through an expungement? – California Penal Code (PC) 1203.4

How can Wallin & Klarich help me clean up my record through an expungement? – California Penal Code (PC) 1203.4

Having a clean criminal record is important to you for several reasons. You may be seeking gainful employment or a prestigious career; or perhaps you are a college student on a career path to becoming a professional. A criminal...
May 14
National Safety Board Recommends Dropping DUI Limit From 0.08 To 0.05

National Safety Board Recommends Dropping DUI Limit From 0.08 To 0.05

On May 14, 2013, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that all states drop the legal limit for a DUI from 0.08 to 0.05. If this law were to be passed in California it would drastically increase the number...
May 13
Indecent Exposure in California – PC 314

Indecent Exposure in California – PC 314

An indecent exposure charge can have long-lasting severe consequences on your life. Not only is your freedom at stake but your reputation is also in harms way. If you face indecent exposure charges under PC 314, it is important that...

Rank this Week: 742

Mid South Trial Lawyer

Covers personal injury news and developments. By Tim Edwards and Ed Wallis.

http://www.midsouthtriallawyer.com

May 17
Mirena Lawyer Comments on Centralization of Cases for Perforation of Uteru

Mirena Lawyer Comments on Centralization of Cases for Perforation of Uteru

FREE NATIONWIDE CASE EVALUATIONS: CALL 1-800-632-1404 Our team of attorneys are now investigating claims and prepared to file Mirena lawsuitsinvolving the intrauterine contraceptive device Mirena®. Manufactured by Bayer Healthcare…
May 9
Transvaginal Mesh Attorney (TVM Attorney) Highlights Risks and Benefit

Transvaginal Mesh Attorney (TVM Attorney) Highlights Risks and Benefit

FREE CASE EVALUATION: 1-800-632-1404 Tens of thousands of women receive a transvaginal mesh (TVM) device each and every year from numerous suppliers: American Medical Systems, C.R. Bard, Boston Scientific, Coloplast, and Johnson & Johnson…
May 9
Transvaginal Mesh Lawyer (TVM Lawyer) Notes On Study Highlighting Risk

Transvaginal Mesh Lawyer (TVM Lawyer) Notes On Study Highlighting Risk

FREE CASE EVALUATION: 1-800-632-1404 Tens of thousands of women receive a transvaginal mesh (TVM) device each and every year from numerous suppliers: American Medical Systems, C.R. Bard, Boston Scientific, Coloplast, and Johnson & Johnson…

Rank this Week: 750

Duffy Law Office

Covers estate planning and elder law in Iowa.

http://www.duffylawoffice.com/blog/

May 17
Economic Debacle Impacted Boomer Inheritance

Economic Debacle Impacted Boomer Inheritance

The economic downturn that started in 2007 had some wide-ranging impact as we all know. However, one of the things that you may not think about is the effect that this debacle had on the inheritances that baby boomers will be receiving. From…
May 15
Addressing Contingencies Elders Often Face

Addressing Contingencies Elders Often Face

On the surface estate planning can seem like a purely financial endeavor. However, most senior citizens experience a gradual decline before they pass away. You are generally not completely healthy one day and dead the next. There are certain…
May 13
A Look at Tax-Free Gifting

A Look at Tax-Free Gifting

The federal estate tax and the gift tax are unified. There is a unified $5.25 million exclusion in 2013. As a result, you could give $5.25 million in taxable gifts throughout your life without incurring any gift tax liability. However, if you…

Rank this Week: 735

Think Outside the Cage

Covers criminal law. By the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition.

http://thinkoutsidethecage2.blogspot.com/

May 16
Denver women's prison has highest rate of reported staff sex assaults in nation

Denver women's prison has highest rate of reported staff sex assaults in nation

the Denver Post More than one of every 10 women at the Denver Women's Correctional Facility claim staff members sexually assaulted them, according to a national study. The study indicated that 10.7 percent of 160 inmates at the prison…
May 14
Corrections Should Honor Tom Clements Legacy..

Corrections Should Honor Tom Clements Legacy..

the Denver Post In the days following Colorado Department of Corrections Director Tom Clements’ death, his family, his colleagues and Gov. John Hickenlooper expressed admiration for his compassion and his fundamental belief that all…
May 13
Do you have a story to tell?

Do you have a story to tell?

Rank this Week: 760

Wait A Second!

Covers civil rights opinions of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. By Bergstein & Ullrich, LLP.

http://secondcircuitcivilrights.blogspot.com/

May 16
Mixed result on appeal over NYC Fire Department racial hiring practice

Mixed result on appeal over NYC Fire Department racial hiring practice

Litigation over the hiring practices of the New York City Fire Department has raged on for years. This time around, the Court of Appeals vacates summary judgment in favor of the firefighters who claim that the FDNY intentionally …
May 14
Some workplace slights are too trivial to support a discrimination lawsuit

Some workplace slights are too trivial to support a discrimination lawsuit

Not everything that management does to you is enough to file an employment discrimination lawsuit. The courts require that the plaintiff show that she suffered an "adverse action" that would make the lawsuit worthwhile. At one end of the…
May 10
Deadlines are sacred

Deadlines are sacred

The Court of Appeals is laying down the law. Deadlines are written in stone. Failure to meet that deadline in perfecting the appeal can result in dismissal of the appeal, and your life will be worth garbage.The case is RLI Insurance v. JDJ…

Rank this Week: 744

Carter Law Firm Blog

Covers intellectual property and social media. By Ruth Carter.

http://carterlawaz.com/blog/

May 16
Could Amy’s Baking Company Bring Legal Action For Online Comments?

Could Amy’s Baking Company Bring Legal Action For Online Comments?

So social media blew up this week after Amy’s Baking Company, owned by Samy and Amy Bouzaglo, was featured on Kitchen Nightmares where Chef Ramsey walked away after he felt that the owners of the restaurant were not willing to listen to…
May 9
Reddit’s New Privacy Policy – How Terms of Service Should Be Written

Reddit’s New Privacy Policy – How Terms of Service Should Be Written

Are you on Reddit? I love Reddit. It’s a great way to connect with the various online communities that matter to you. Reddit recently announced that its new privacy policy is going into effect on May 15th. You can read the text of the…
May 2
Should Star Wars Fans Fear Disney Cease & Desist Letters?

Should Star Wars Fans Fear Disney Cease & Desist Letters?

May 4th is Star Wars Day. May the 4th be with you! In light of this geeky holiday and the fact that I will be speaking about the legalities of fan fiction and fan art at Phoenix Comicon this year, I’ve been thinking about what the…

Rank this Week: 761

Illinois Medical Malpractice…

Illinois Medical Malpractice Lawyers Blog

Covers medical malpractice laws, doctor negligence, and defective medical devices and drugs. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.illinoismedicalmalpracticelawyers-blog.com/

May 15
California Malpractice Victims head to Capitol to Protest Financial Cap

California Malpractice Victims head to Capitol to Protest Financial Cap

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins applaud the efforts of the California families who protested at the State Capitol last Thursday, May 9, 2013. These families have all been significantly impacted by medical negligence, and…
May 14
Medicare Data Reveals U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely on Pricing for Same Procedure

Medicare Data Reveals U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely on Pricing for Same Procedure

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight the most recent data released by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The data from 2011 taken from facilities in 13 metropolitan areas reveals that hospitals…
May 8
Missouri Doctor Operates on Wrong Side of Patient's Brain

Missouri Doctor Operates on Wrong Side of Patient's Brain

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report of a recent lawsuit accusing a St. Louis, MO surgeon of operating on the wrong side of a patient's skull and brain. The woman, Regina Turner, is no longer able to speak intelligibly,…

Rank this Week: 758

Privacy and Security Law Blog

Covers biometrics, HIPAA, identity theft, PATRIOT Act, phishing and more. By Davis Wright Tremaine.

http://www.privsecblog.com/

May 14
FCC Clarifies Companies' Liability for Third-Party Marketer TCPA Violation

FCC Clarifies Companies' Liability for Third-Party Marketer TCPA Violation

By: Ronald G. London The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a long-awaited declaratory ruling governing when a company is liable under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and FCC telemarketing and autodialing…
May 9
FTC Denies Requests to Extend Effective Date for COPPA Rule Revision

FTC Denies Requests to Extend Effective Date for COPPA Rule Revision

Industry Must Comply by July 1, 2013, Can Look to Expanded FAQs for Guidance on Updated Rules for Information Collection and Disclosure, Parental Notice, and Requirements for Mobile Apps By: Ronald G. London The FTC has voted to retain…
Apr 16
Dealing with Networks and Regulatory Compliance: The Legal Side of Mobile Retail

Dealing with Networks and Regulatory Compliance: The Legal Side of Mobile Retail

On April 16, 2013, DWT lawyers James Mann and Ronnie London presented on the topic of “Dealing with Networks and Regulatory Compliance: The Legal Side of Mobile Retail” at the RAMP Advanced Commerce and Mobile Retail Services…

Rank this Week: 749

Beyond Structured Settlements

Covers 468B settlement funds, factoring, medicare set-aside arrangements, settlement planning, special needs trusts and structured settlements. By Patrick Hindert.

http://s2kmblog.typepad.com/rethinking_structured_set/

May 14
Future of Elder and Special Needs Law - 1

Future of Elder and Special Needs Law - 1

"You cannot connect the dots looking forward. You can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will connect in the future." - Steve Jobs Despite the challenges of predicting the future, the Spring 2013...
May 9
SEC Bulletin Addresses Structured Settlement Transfer

SEC Bulletin Addresses Structured Settlement Transfer

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Office of Investor Education and Advocacy has issued an Investor Bulletin titled "Pension or Settlement Income Streams: What You Need to Know Before Buying or Selling Them". Although the SEC…
May 6
NAELA 2013 Annual Meeting

NAELA 2013 Annual Meeting

The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) celebrated its 25th anniversary last week in Atlanta - commemorating its past achievements, analyzing current legal and demographic issues and preparing for future growth and development.…

Rank this Week: 756

Law for Real People

Provides information for consumers, elders, and nonprofit directors or staff. By John Gear.

http://www.johngearlaw.com/law-for-real-people-blog.html

May 14
An opportunity to take the fight to the next level

An opportunity to take the fight to the next level

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May 7
Contact your State Rep. and Senator: Say YES to HB 3160!

Contact your State Rep. and Senator: Say YES to HB 3160!

The download to the right explains why it's so important that we all act now to tell Salem to [...]
Apr 17
Sad, but true

Sad, but true

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Rank this Week: 751

Consumer Advocate Legal Update

Covers consumer law, product recalls and defective products. By Khorrami, LLP.

http://consumeradvocatelegalupdate.wordpress.com/

May 14
Lancome Sued for Deceptively Marketing its “24 HOUR MAKEUP”

Lancome Sued for Deceptively Marketing its “24 HOUR MAKEUP”

An Orthodox Jewish woman, Rorie Weisberg, has sued Lancome for failing to live up to the promises made in the marketing of its “24-hour makeup,” Teint Idole Ultra 24H. Teint Idole Ultra 24H claims it can provide…
May 13
False Advertising Class Action Filed Against GNC for Triflex Joint Supplement

False Advertising Class Action Filed Against GNC for Triflex Joint Supplement

GNC customer Michael Lerman has filed suit in California federal court, alleging GNC misrepresented the benefits of its Triflex dietary supplements. The advertisements, which are both online and on the product’s packaging, suggest that…
May 9
California Employees File Overtime Class Action against Chase

California Employees File Overtime Class Action against Chase

A class action lawsuit has been filed in U.S. Federal Court by two “Production Appraisers” in JPMorgan Chase’s commercial lending division. The suit is seeking millions of dollars in unpaid overtime wages based on the…

Rank this Week: 738

Immigration Attorney Blog

By Brian D. Lerner.

http://cbocalbos.wordpress.com/

May 14
Another win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner

Another win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner

DHS agreed to join in a motion to reopen Client’s in absentia deportation order and terminate her proceedings based on an approved I-360 widow petition. We were initially hired to file a MTR but then Client’s husband died and we…
May 14
Another Win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner

Another Win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner

In absentia MTR granted by Immigration Judge. Client’s Notice of Hearing was sent to a wrong address and returned to the court. Now the client can actually fight her case with a chance of winning. Tagged: Brian D. Lerner, Immigration…
May 13
PIP: Video on Paroling in Place Video for Persons in Military

PIP: Video on Paroling in Place Video for Persons in Military

Tagged: Brian D. Lerner, california immigration, Immigration Lawyer, Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, los angeles immigration, parole in place, pip, spanish deportation attorney, spanish deportation lawyer, spanish immigration lawyer

Rank this Week: 754

DealLawyers.com Blog

Covers mergers & acquisitions. From editor Broc Romanek, who is also editor of TheCorporateCounsel.net.

http://www.deallawyers.com/Blog/

May 14
In re Plains Exploration: A Revlon Review & the Kitchen Sink

In re Plains Exploration: A Revlon Review & the Kitchen Sink

In re Plains Exploration: A Revlon Review & the Kitchen Sink John Grossbauer of Potter Anderson notes: In In re Plains Exploration & Production Co. Shareholder Litigation, Delaware Vice Chancellor Noble rejected claims for breach of…
May 13
The Resurgence of Japanese Outbound M&A

The Resurgence of Japanese Outbound M&A

The Resurgence of Japanese Outbound M&A Here's an excerpt from this Skadden Arps' memo about Japanese M&A: The Nikkei has skyrocketed more than 50 percent over the last six months. Goldman Sachs has issued a report predicting a…
May 7
Today's Webcast: "FCPA Issues in Deals Today"

Today's Webcast: "FCPA Issues in Deals Today"

Today's Webcast: "FCPA Issues in Deals Today" Tune in today for the webcast - "FCPA Issues in Deals Today" - to hear Mauricio Espana and Derek Winokur of Dechert and Rebekah Poston of Squire Sanders explain how FCPA…

Rank this Week: 734

Drug Injury Watch

Site provides developing information about prescription drug side effects as well as up-to-date news from the legal, medical, FDA, and pharmaceutical sectors. From attorney Thomas J. Lamb.

http://www.drug-injury.com/druginjurycom/

May 13
Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

A 2009 - 2012 Series Of Investigative Reports Published By The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Exposed Various "Problems" With How Medtronic Went About Boosting Sales Of Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) In the second…
Apr 29
Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

This Controversial Medtronic Spine Treatment Was Put In The Spotlight By June 2011 Medical Journal Articles About Serious Risks And Problems With Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) The Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft product was…
Apr 22
Mirena IUD Migrations And Perforations Requiring Surgical Removals Result In Growing Number Of Lawsuits Against Bayer

Mirena IUD Migrations And Perforations Requiring Surgical Removals Result In Growing Number Of Lawsuits Against Bayer

First Mirena Case Trial, Baugh v. Bayer, Scheduled To Start May 6, 2013 In South Carolina Federal District Court (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) The Mirena lawsuit Kelli Baugh v. Bayer Corporation (USDC, District of South…

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Ramos Law Firm Workers' Comp Blog

Covers Georgia workers' compensation laws.

http://www.ramoslawblog.com

May 11
How Safe is Your Job or Workplace?

How Safe is Your Job or Workplace?

In October 2011 the Department of Labor stated that nearly 3.1 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in the private sector. This roughly translates to almost 4 injured workers per 100 workers. In these…
Mar 20
Is there a court system in Georgia workers’ compensation?

Is there a court system in Georgia workers’ compensation?

In Georgia, if there is a dispute as to medical treatment or entitlement to income benefits or any issue in a workers’ compensation claim, any party can petition for the case to be heard before the State Board of Workers’…
Mar 18
What Happens if My Employer Fires Me Because of My Work Injury?

What Happens if My Employer Fires Me Because of My Work Injury?

Unfortunately, injured workers are terminated (or fired) because of their work injuries more often than not. In these situations, the injured employee may have a claim under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This blog…

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White Collar Crime News

Covers white collar crime news. By Jef Henninger.

http://whitecollarcrimenews.com

May 11
Fortuneteller Pleads Guilty to Grand Larceny Charge

Fortuneteller Pleads Guilty to Grand Larceny Charge

Janet Miller was arrested in December and charged with fortune telling, a misdemeanor, and a felony grand larceny charge that could have sent her to prison for 15 years. On Friday, she pleaded guilty to a lesser grand larceny count in…
May 11
Ex-Iowa Official Guilty in Gay Marriage Fraud Case

Ex-Iowa Official Guilty in Gay Marriage Fraud Case

A former Iowa court official pleaded guilty Monday to forgery for filing false documents to issue a marriage license to a same-sex couple. Former Grundy County deputy clerk Brigitte Van Nice received a fine and a suspended sentence after…
May 11
Hightstown man arrested in child pornography case

Hightstown man arrested in child pornography case

Fredy Arbito, of Hightstown, NJ, will face additional charges of producing sexually explicit videos and images. At a hearing in federal court in Trenton, Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Gribko said Arbito will be charged with production…

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Legal Resume Review Blog

Provides tips for drafting cover letters and resumes for attorneys.

http://blog.legalresumereview.com/

May 10
SPRING CLEANING (A Career Checklist)

SPRING CLEANING (A Career Checklist)

It’s springtime (finally) and that means spring cleaning is upon us. Clean the house, box up the winter clothes and donate what you are never going to wear again (remember that lime green jacket you have – you’re never…
Apr 25
The job search isn’t working. Could you have made one of these mistakes?

The job search isn’t working. Could you have made one of these mistakes?

You’ve been at the job search for a while and it doesn’t seem to be going as well as you’d hoped. Certainly a soft market can be a partial explanation, but is it possible that you are contributing to your ……
Apr 12
THE ART OF RESIGNING

THE ART OF RESIGNING

Tendering your resignation is awkward at best and can get downright ugly in some situations. Whether you are leaving for money, career advancement or personality differences – offering a polite, professional resignation is always…

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Boalt Bulletin Board

An online forum for non-event announcements. From Berkeley Law.

http://bbb.berkeleylawblogs.org/

May 9
Research Assistant with Quantitative Skills Needed

Research Assistant with Quantitative Skills Needed

Professor Stavros Gadinis (Berkeley Law School) is looking for a research assistant for this summer, to work on a project on international financial regulation. The project is an empirical study on why countries adopt certain international…
May 6
Studio for rent

Studio for rent

Hi, my studio is available around June 1st (flexible, a little earlier or later is possible). It’s a very large studio with a view of San Francisco and the bridges, and lots of natural light. My rent is $1175, and the rent will be close…
May 3
Jeff Selbin Seeks Summer Research Assistant

Jeff Selbin Seeks Summer Research Assistant

Clinical Professor Jeff Selbin is seeking a summer research assistant to work on several projects related to poverty law and access to justice. Interested students should send a short email and resume to Jeff at…

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The Greatest American Lawyer

Covers alternative billing, marketing, office space and small office technology.

http://greatestamericanlawyer.typepad.com/greatest_american_lawyer/

Mar 22
Newsletter Unsubscribe Friday

Newsletter Unsubscribe Friday

Most people don't really understand the CAN-SPAM Act or spam laws. As long as the header and other information is not misleading in the email, and you provide for an opt-out, you are likely not in violation of most spam...
Mar 5
One Lawyer’s Perspective: Getting organized in the morning

One Lawyer’s Perspective: Getting organized in the morning

There are so many ways to get organized. Software technology creates all sorts of lists, tasks, categories, tabs, flags, reminders…and on and on and on. But sometimes it is easy for a lawyer to get lost in all the various...
Mar 4
Blogging in One Hour for Lawyers by Ernie Svenson

Blogging in One Hour for Lawyers by Ernie Svenson

For someone that has been blogging actively since 2004 and driven more web content than probably any lawyer or law firm in the world, I love the following series of posts by Ernie the Attorney where some of the top...

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Fathers' Rights

Educates fathers going through divorce and custody cases on how to preserve their rights and maintain healthy relationships with their children. By Regina I. Edwards.

http://georgiafathersrights.blogspot.com/

Feb 13
What is a Guardian ad Litem

What is a Guardian ad Litem

"Guardian Ad Litem Defined" From Cathy Meyer,Your Guide to Divorce Support. The Guardian Ad Litem, for the purpose of pending litigation puts themselves in the shoes of a legally incompetent person such as a minor child. The Guardian Ad…
Aug 24
Usher wins custody of sons.

Usher wins custody of sons.

Today, a court in Fulton County awarded Usher Raymond custody of his two young sons. Although numerous media outlets reported on the more sensational aspects of the case and revelation
Jul 28
Recovering from divorce - the retirement dilemma

Recovering from divorce - the retirement dilemma

We often represent clients nearing retirement age. When this occurs, there are special considerations that need to be made. What does the reduction in income mean for the client’s lifestyle? Will there have to be adjustments in income…

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Mississippi Bankruptcy Help

Provides answers to questions about bankruptcy in Mississippi. By Frank Coxwell.

http://mississippibankruptcyhelp.com

Feb 12
Must I be current on my house to file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Must I be current on my house to file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Yes and No. In most cases as long as you are up to date on your house payments you can keep your home. If you are not current, the bankruptcy filing protects the home from foreclosure and this could give you the time you need to get caught…
Feb 11
Must I be current on my car to file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Must I be current on my car to file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Yes and No. In most cases as long as you are up to date on your vehicle payments you can “reaffirm” the debt and keep your vehicle. The finance company has to agree to allow you to keep the vehicle and they will always agree…
Feb 1
Does A Criminal Record Stop Me From Filing Bankruptcy?

Does A Criminal Record Stop Me From Filing Bankruptcy?

No. If you have been convicted of a crime you can still file bankruptcy. The bankruptcy papers don’t ask you questions like that. A criminal record would only be an issue if you were trying to file bankruptcy to get rid of fines or…

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Missouri Accident Lawyer Blog

Missouri Accident Lawyer Blog covers all aspects of accident law such as car accidents, motorcycle crashes, and trucking accidents. Published by Missouri Injury Lawyer, Ryan Bradley.

http://www.missouriaccidentlawyerblog.com/

Dec 26
Parents Intervene in Busch Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Parents Intervene in Busch Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The parents of Adrienne Martin, the woman who died from an overdose in the home of August Busch IV, were allowed to intervene as plaintiffs in the ensuing Missouri wrongful death lawsuit. The Missouri Court of Appeals in the Eastern District…
Oct 3
Should Lawyers be Allowed to Discriminate against Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgendered Individuals in Jury Selection? A New Bill seeks to Prohibit this Currently Allowed Practice in Federal Court.

Should Lawyers be Allowed to Discriminate against Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgendered Individuals in Jury Selection? A New Bill seeks to Prohibit this Currently Allowed Practice in Federal Court.

Currently, lawyers in federal court can discriminate against gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered individuals when selecting a jury to hear their client's case. However, a new bill introduced in the United States Senate seeks to curb this…
Aug 6
Megabus Crash in Litchfield, IL

Megabus Crash in Litchfield, IL

A double-decker Megabus ran into an overpass support beam on Interstate 55 in Litchfield, Illinois on Thursday. At least one person has died and three dozen have been seriously injured. The bus was traveling between Chicago and Kansas…

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Build A Solo Practice, LLC

Covers solo practice, marketing and work/life balance. By Susan Cartier Liebel.

http://susancartierliebel.typepad.com/build_a_solo_practice/

Nov 29
You’re An Attorney, But Are You An Entrepreneur?

You’re An Attorney, But Are You An Entrepreneur?

The very first business I ever owned was a babysitting service. Yeah, I know, everyone is a babysitter when they are 16. But I figured out that I could charge more for my services if I went a little further than the other sitters. So I cooked…
Nov 27
Evolutions of a Solo Practice – Part 3

Evolutions of a Solo Practice – Part 3

(You can read Evolutions of a Solo Practice – Part 1 and Part 2 if you haven’t already. Remember, all events are real though the names are made up!) Landlord-Tenant Evolves Into Real Estate/General Practice
Nov 26
Digital Asset Management – Guest Lecture with Deborah Gonzalez

Digital Asset Management – Guest Lecture with Deborah Gonzalez

Everyone dies. Often unexpectedly. But there is power in dead hands. We are the country with the greatest control of our assets after death. However, most never consider, let alone manage, their digital legacy. How do we handle,…

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Law of the Land

A blog on land use law and Zoning by Albany Law School Associate Dean and Professor Patricia Salkin.

http://lawoftheland.wordpress.com/

Nov 19
6th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds City Did Not Violate Property Owner’s Constitutional Rights When Drafting and Ordinance to Keep Out Large Retailers Such as Wal-Mart

6th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds City Did Not Violate Property Owner’s Constitutional Rights When Drafting and Ordinance to Keep Out Large Retailers Such as Wal-Mart

This appeal concerns the legality of actions taken by the City of Frankenmuth to keep a Wal-Mart supercenter from being built on land owned by the Loesel family in Frankenmuth Township. As the result of a post purchase-agreement ordinance…
Nov 18
Ninth Circuit finds City’s Ordinances Protecting Mobile Home Parks do not Violate Federal or Washington State Constitution

Ninth Circuit finds City’s Ordinances Protecting Mobile Home Parks do not Violate Federal or Washington State Constitution

The City of Tumwater, Washington enacted two ordinances, one affecting the City Code and the other the Comprehensive Plan, creating a manufactured home district. The City created this district, which covered six of the ten mobile home parks…
Nov 18
9th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds Government May Regulate Billboard for TV Show as Commercial Speech

9th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds Government May Regulate Billboard for TV Show as Commercial Speech

The city of Los Angeles enacted a sign ordinance regulating commercial speech far more extensively than it does non-commercial speech. Their ordinance required a building permit for all temporary signs other than those containing “a…

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Boston Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy law issues. By the Law Office of Neil Burns.

http://www.bostonbankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Nov 6
Massachusetts Bankruptcy and the Unsecured Line of Credit

Massachusetts Bankruptcy and the Unsecured Line of Credit

In a recent case handed down by federal Bankruptcy Court Judge Joan Feeney, a Massachusetts debtor who filed for bankruptcy protection intended to discharge a debt to Liberty Bay Credit Union. This was an unsecured debt. Such debts, in a…
Nov 1
Since IRAs and 401ks are Protected in Bankruptcy, Should We Invest in Ourselves?

Since IRAs and 401ks are Protected in Bankruptcy, Should We Invest in Ourselves?

As Halloween goblins fade and we start to look at what we have left to do this calendar year, one thing our Boston bankruptcy clients ask after we inform them that they can protect their IRAs and 401ks in bankruptcy, is how they could or…
Oct 31
Massachusetts Bankruptcy and Elizabeth Warren

Massachusetts Bankruptcy and Elizabeth Warren

Advocates for Massachusetts consumers are looking seriously at Elizabeth Warren's record of pro-consumerism as the election nears. Warren, running for United States Senator from Massachusetts, aims to be the first woman senator from our…

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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…

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Legal Commentary on Proposition 8…

Legal Commentary on Proposition 8 and the Right to Marry

Articles and comments by attorneys and legal scholars, and related legal news. From Michael Ginsborg.

http://prop8legalcommentary.blogspot.com/

Oct 28
Farewell

Farewell

In May, I decided that I would need a hiatus to prepare an article on a subject unrelated to this site. I have just completed my forthcoming article for law librarians, "Ending Our Conflicts of Interest to Protect Consumers of Legal…
May 22
Hiatus from my usual schedule of blogging

Hiatus from my usual schedule of blogging

I regret that, for at least several weeks, I will lack time to update this site on a regular basis. I face two challenges. First, I expect to publish an article on a subject I have been thinking about for 20 years.
May 15
Legal news this month

Legal news this month

Domestic partnership

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IndianIPR.com Judgements

Head Notes to IP Judgements decided by the Supreme Court of India, All High Courts of India, Intellectual Property Appellate Board of India and Copyright Board of India.

http://indian-ipr.blogspot.com/

Jun 13
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 - O. 7, r. 11

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 - O. 7, r. 11

The Court while dealing with an application under Order VII Rule 11 is not required to make an elaborate enquiry into debatable, doubtful or complicated questions of law or fact.
Jun 13
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 - Section 24

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 - Section 24

Petition u/s. 24 of CPC seeking transfer of Suit No.336/2003 petition under Section 24 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (hereinafter referred to as the 'CPC') seeking transfer of Suit No.336/2003 (Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha vs.…
Jun 13
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908[O. 39 r. 1, O. 39 r. 2]

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908[O. 39 r. 1, O. 39 r. 2]

The plaintiff to succeed the three ingredients of prima facie case, balance of convenience and irretrievable injury have to be satisfied by the plaintiff. A prima facie case is a pre-requisite for grant of interim injunction. The plaintiff…

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Employer Law Report

Covers recent legal developments and trends affecting employers. By Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP.

http://www.employerlawreport.com/

May 17
Court Rules Employer Cannot Force a Former Employee to Update LinkedIn Profile

Court Rules Employer Cannot Force a Former Employee to Update LinkedIn Profile

In today's world of social media, we know that employees live online. With LinkedIn, this includes having a living resume for anyone with a LinkedIn account to see. The up-to-date part, or rather how up-to-date someone's LinkedIn profile (or…
May 16
Federal Contractor Update: Contractors Must Begin Using New Census Data Next Year

Federal Contractor Update: Contractors Must Begin Using New Census Data Next Year

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently released a notice that the 2006-2010 census data must be used for all affirmative action plans for plan years beginning on January 1, 2014, and OFCCP will begin using…
May 14
Union Organizing Posting Rules: Reminder that Federal Contractors and Subcontractors Must Still Post

Union Organizing Posting Rules: Reminder that Federal Contractors and Subcontractors Must Still Post

Recently, we pointed out that the effort by the National Labor Relations Board to impose on all employers an obligation to post notices about union organizing rights remains stalled. That article resulted in some questions about whether…

Rank this Week: 763

California Employment Lawyers Blog

Covers workers' rights and employment law case news and updates. Published by Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiaemploymentlawyersblog.com/

May 17
Usher Sued by Former Nanny for Wrongful Termination, Overtime Violation

Usher Sued by Former Nanny for Wrongful Termination, Overtime Violation

In a recent Los Angeles California employment lawyers blog, Vincent Howard discussed two Hollywood wrongful termination lawsuits involving movie star Sharon Stone--who was recently sued by her former housekeeper and her former nanny, for…
May 13
E! 'Fashion Police' Writers File Overtime Lawsuit, Claiming $1M in Unpaid Wage

E! 'Fashion Police' Writers File Overtime Lawsuit, Claiming $1M in Unpaid Wage

The writers from E! Network's popular show Fashion Police, starring Joan Rivers, have recently accused the network of violating their California wage and hour rights, alleging that E! owes them back wages that total over $1…
May 9
Jury Awards Intellectually Disabled Workers $240M for Poultry Plant Abuse and Harassment

Jury Awards Intellectually Disabled Workers $240M for Poultry Plant Abuse and Harassment

In a landmark U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEOC) disability discrimination lawsuit verdict issued last week, an Iowa jury awarded the EEOC damages that totaled $240 million--reportedly the largest in the EEOC's history for disability…

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Indiana Intellectual Property…

Indiana Intellectual Property Lawyer Blog

Covers trademark, patent and copyright infringement. By Overhauser Law Offices, LLC.

http://www.iniplaw.org/

May 17
Purdue University Celebrates Innovation

Purdue University Celebrates Innovation

Lafayette, Ind. -- Purdue University students are creating and patenting products while pursuing their degrees. Purdue is celebrating the inventiveness of five of those students: Julia Alspaugh, Zachary Amodt, Sean Connell, Andrew…
May 16
Serenity Springs Prevails Against Allegations of Trademark Infringement and Cybersquatting

Serenity Springs Prevails Against Allegations of Trademark Infringement and Cybersquatting

Indianapolis, Ind. -- The Indiana Court of Appeals has vacated a trial court's judgment in favor of the LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau (the "Bureau") of LaPorte, Ind., holding that neither trademark infringement nor…
May 15
Federal Circuit Denies Petition by ArcelorMittal France for Rehearing in Patent Infringement Case

Federal Circuit Denies Petition by ArcelorMittal France for Rehearing in Patent Infringement Case

Washington, D.C. -- The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit denied the petition of ArcelorMittal for a rehearing in its patent infringement lawsuit against AK Steel involving ULTRALUME®. AK Steel produces flat-rolled…

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Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Injury law with an emphasis on products and drugs liability. By Sheff Law.

http://www.personalinjurylawyer-blog.com/

May 16
COMA IN TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

COMA IN TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

If a patient is comatose after a TBI, he or she experienced a severe brain injury. To understand the severity of the injury, the Glascow Coma Scale (GCS) is issued within 24 hours. On the GCS, the lower the score the more severe the injury.…
May 15
THE NATIONAL SAFETY CONCEAL REVEALS THAT MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES CAUSED BY DRIVERS ON CELL PHONES ARE UNDERREPORTED

THE NATIONAL SAFETY CONCEAL REVEALS THAT MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES CAUSED BY DRIVERS ON CELL PHONES ARE UNDERREPORTED

A new study conducted by the National Safety Council (NSC) has revealed that motor vehicle crashes involving cell phones are "vastly underreported" in national statistics on fatal automobile crashes. After careful inspection of the National…
May 13
CREW MEMBER'S MOTHER SUES BOUNTY'S OWNER AFTER SHIP SINKS DURING HURRICANE SANDY

CREW MEMBER'S MOTHER SUES BOUNTY'S OWNER AFTER SHIP SINKS DURING HURRICANE SANDY

The mother of a woman who died during the sinking of a ship during Hurricane Sandy has filed a lawsuit against the owner of the ship, Bounty. Bounty capsized early on October 29th about 90 miles off of Cape Hatteras during the storm. The ship…

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