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D.C. Law Blog

A blog for lawyers about civil litigation in the D.C. Courts.

http://melcherlaw.com/dc-law-blog

Aug 19
Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

On April 6, 2017, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Whitt v. American Property Construction, PC, No. 15-CV-1199, slip op. (D.C. Apr. 6, 2017) in which it clarified the intent required to establish a claim for tortious…
Apr 30
Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

The Superior Court of the District of Columbia recently released compilations of data regarding jury trial verdicts in medical malpractice, slip-and-fall, and auto accident cases for 2016 (i.e., January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016).…
Mar 6
Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

On October 20, 2016, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Motorola Inc. v. Murray, No. 14-CV-1350, slip op. (D.C. Oct. 20, 2016) (en banc) in which it considered, sitting en banc, whether to adopt Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of…

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D.C. Law Blog

Covers civil litigation in the District of Columbia. By Douglas C. Melcher.

http://melcherlaw.com/dc-law-blog

Aug 19
Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

On April 6, 2017, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Whitt v. American Property Construction, PC, No. 15-CV-1199, slip op. (D.C. Apr. 6, 2017) in which it clarified the intent required to establish a claim for tortious…
Apr 30
Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

The Superior Court of the District of Columbia recently released compilations of data regarding jury trial verdicts in medical malpractice, slip-and-fall, and auto accident cases for 2016 (i.e., January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016).…
Mar 6
Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

On October 20, 2016, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Motorola Inc. v. Murray, No. 14-CV-1350, slip op. (D.C. Oct. 20, 2016) (en banc) in which it considered, sitting en banc, whether to adopt Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of…

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The D.C. Law Report

Covers developments in the law of the District of Columbia. By Douglas C. Melcher.

http://melcherlaw.com/dc-law-blog

Aug 19
Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

Court of Appeals Clarifies Intent Required to Establish Claim for Tortious Interference with Business Relation

On April 6, 2017, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Whitt v. American Property Construction, PC, No. 15-CV-1199, slip op. (D.C. Apr. 6, 2017) in which it clarified the intent required to establish a claim for tortious…
Apr 30
Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

Superior Court Releases Data on Jury Trial Verdicts in Medical Malpractice, Slip-and-Fall, and Auto Accident Cases for 2016

The Superior Court of the District of Columbia recently released compilations of data regarding jury trial verdicts in medical malpractice, slip-and-fall, and auto accident cases for 2016 (i.e., January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016).…
Mar 6
Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Court of Appeals Adopts Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

On October 20, 2016, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals decided Motorola Inc. v. Murray, No. 14-CV-1350, slip op. (D.C. Oct. 20, 2016) (en banc) in which it considered, sitting en banc, whether to adopt Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of…

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Employee Benefits Law Report

Covers legal developments and trends affecting employee benefits. By Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP.

http://www.employeebenefitslawreport.com

Aug 8
Are the ERISA disability claims procedure regulations going to be delayed? How qualified and nonqualified plan sponsors should respond to the latest guidance

Are the ERISA disability claims procedure regulations going to be delayed? How qualified and nonqualified plan sponsors should respond to the latest guidance

While the fiduciary rule has received most of the attention in the world of ERISA as of late, a lesser known regulation that was finalized late last year also may require action by plan sponsors. This regulation , issued by the Department of…
Jun 1
The “final” countdown: DOL fiduciary rule still applies June 9, 2017

The “final” countdown: DOL fiduciary rule still applies June 9, 2017

Much has been written to speculate what may become of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) fiduciary rule. Recently, the DOL issued a FAQ confirming that the new fiduciary rule will become effective June 9, 2017. Transition exemptions that…
May 15
Will the DOL continue to make ESOPs a compliance priority?

Will the DOL continue to make ESOPs a compliance priority?

One question that has been on the minds of plan sponsors is how aggressive the Department of Labor (DOL) under President Trump will be compared to that of President Obama. In recent years, the DOL made a priority of investigating ERISA…

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Personal Injury Cases & News Blog

By Brien Roche Law.

http://www.brienrochelaw.com/blog/

Aug 5
The Logic of the Contingent Fee System in Injury Case

The Logic of the Contingent Fee System in Injury Case

The Logic of the Contingent Fee System in Injury Cases from Brien Roche Law As is true with many things associated with trial lawyers, there is a great deal of controversy associated with the contingent fee system in regards to injury claims.…
Aug 4
Overcoming Jury Bia

Overcoming Jury Bia

Overcoming Jury Bias from Brien Roche Law Overcoming jury bias is a problem that every trial lawyer confronts. Jury bias doesn’t mean that the members of the jury are necessarily biased specifically against the plaintiff.…
May 12
2017 General Assembly Update

2017 General Assembly Update

2017 General Assembly Update from Brien Roche Law What follows is a summary of recent legislation from the 2017 General Assembly. This summary was actually prepared by Senator Scott A. Surovell who also is the sponsor of many of these…

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Uses topical issues to examine different crimes in Washington, D.C. Discusses individual crimes and defense strategies. Ruminates on the challenges of law practice and being a solo practitioner. By Jamison Koehler.

http://koehlerlaw.net

Jul 24
I didn’t say, “Simon says”

I didn’t say, “Simon says”

Q: Officer. You testified on direct that my client was talkative when you first approached his car. A: Yes. As…
May 10
An Ethical Prosecutor Confronts Her Own Witne

An Ethical Prosecutor Confronts Her Own Witne

BY DEFENSE COUNSEL ON CROSS Q: Ms. Smith, do you have an email account? A: Do I have an e-mail account? Q: Yes. A: I do. Q: Is it a Yahoo account? A: No. Q: What is your... Read More
Apr 4
At Least There Are No Spelling Error

At Least There Are No Spelling Error

The President of the United States has access to the best minds in the country. Presumably, this includes people with a basic grasp of grammar and syntax. “Despite this substantial income figure and tax paid, it is totally... Read More

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Antitrust Lawyer Blog

Covers antitrust. By Doyle, Barlow & Mazard PLLC.

https://www.antitrustlawyerblog.com/

Jun 29
FTC Blocks Small Physician Group Deal

FTC Blocks Small Physician Group Deal

On June 22, 2017, the Federal Trade Commission and the Attorney General of North Dakota filed a complaint to block Sanford Health’s proposed acquisition of Mid Dakota Clinic, seeking a temporary restraining order and preliminary…
Jun 20
FTC Protects Daily Fantasy Sports Customers By Challenging The Merger of DraftKings and FanDuel

FTC Protects Daily Fantasy Sports Customers By Challenging The Merger of DraftKings and FanDuel

On June 19, 2017, the Trump Administration’s Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) authorized the staff to file an antitrust complaint to block the merger of DraftKings and FanDuel, the two largest daily fantasy sports…
Apr 7
EC Approves ChemChina’s Acquisition of Syngenta

EC Approves ChemChina’s Acquisition of Syngenta

On April 5, 2017, the EC approved China National Chemical Corporation’s (“ChemChina”) proposed acquisition of Syngenta AG (“Syngenta). The approval is conditional on the divestiture of significant parts of…

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Patent Challenges

By Norton, Rose, Fulbright. Provides reports, updates, commentary and insight on new decisions and other happenings related to post-issuance proceedings (IPR, PGR and CBM) at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board of the USPTO.

http://www.patentchallenges.com/

Jun 29
Federal Circuit clarifies what IPR petition must disclose to provide adequate notice to Patent Owner

Federal Circuit clarifies what IPR petition must disclose to provide adequate notice to Patent Owner

In In re NuVasive, Inc., the Federal Circuit clarified what constitutes adequate notice to a Patent Owner of “pertinent portions” of a prior art reference relied upon in an IPR petition. Case No. 2015-1672 (Fed. Cir. Nov. 9,…
Jun 15
CAFC requires weighing diligence evidence as a whole and rejects “scouring” for gap

CAFC requires weighing diligence evidence as a whole and rejects “scouring” for gap

In Perfect Surgical v. Olympus America, Inc., the Federal Circuit found harmful error in the PTAB’s diligence framework and conclusions, thereby potentially lowering the bar required to establish diligence in PTAB cases. Case No.…
Jun 8
No due process violation where PTAB “previews” new construction at oral hearing

No due process violation where PTAB “previews” new construction at oral hearing

In Intellectual Ventures II LLC v. Ericsson Inc.,[1] the Federal Circuit considered whether the PTAB’s adoption of a new claim construction in its Final Written Decision constitutes a violation of the parties’ due process.…

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Nonprofit News

Covers the representation of nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations, including public charities, private foundations (company-sponsored and family-endowed), social welfare organizations, trade associations, hospitals, private schools, colleges and universities and charitable trusts. By Anthony & Middlebrook.

http://www.amlawteam.com/blog/

Jun 26
Churches now eligible for some public funds says Supreme Court

Churches now eligible for some public funds says Supreme Court

On Monday, June 26, 2017, the Supreme Court ruled in the Trinity Luther Church of Columbia, Inc, v. Missouri Department of Natural Resources case that religious organizations should be eligible to receive public funds for purely secular…
Jun 30
U.S. Supreme Court Delivers Hobby Lobby Opinion

U.S. Supreme Court Delivers Hobby Lobby Opinion

In a much anticipated ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered an opinion today on the Hobby Lobby case with Justice Alito writing the opinion. The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, was at the center of the dispute;…
Dec 11
Satanists seek spot next to Ten Commandments monument on steps of Oklahoma’s Statehouse

Satanists seek spot next to Ten Commandments monument on steps of Oklahoma’s Statehouse

In their zeal to tout their faith in the public square, conservatives in Oklahoma may have unwittingly opened the door to a wide range of religious groups, including satanists who are seeking to put their own statue next to a Ten Commandments…

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Energy Law Times

Covers energy and regulatory agencies. By Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, PLC.

http://www.energylawtimes.com/

Jun 15
FERC Sets Agenda for Technical Conference on Natural Gas Index Liquidity and Transparency

FERC Sets Agenda for Technical Conference on Natural Gas Index Liquidity and Transparency

On June 29, 2017, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will hold a technical conference to discuss liquidity in the natural gas markets and what, if anything, the industry or FERC can do to increase transparency and robustness in…
Jun 2
New Court Decision Opens Door to Broader Assertion of Jurisdiction by FERC over Governmental Entitie

New Court Decision Opens Door to Broader Assertion of Jurisdiction by FERC over Governmental Entitie

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit issued a decision recently finding that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) had authority to order the Bonneville Power Administration (“BPA”) to pay money…
May 3
FERC Weighs Tax Policy Changes in Wake of Ruling in United Airlines, Inc. v. FERC

FERC Weighs Tax Policy Changes in Wake of Ruling in United Airlines, Inc. v. FERC

On December 15, 2016, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a Notice of Inquiry (NOI) in Docket No. PL17-1, seeking comments on how to address any double recovery that may result from its tax allowance and rate of return…

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Government Contracts Blog

Covers government contracts, bid protests, and contract disputes. By Brown Rudnick.

http://brownrudnick.com/blog/government-contracts/

Apr 28
Has the Court of Federal Claims Relaxed its Standard for Obtaining TRO’s? Probably not.

Has the Court of Federal Claims Relaxed its Standard for Obtaining TRO’s? Probably not.

In Continental Services Group, Inc. v United States (No. 17-449, March 29, 2017), the U.S. Department of Education issued a solicitation for the collection and administrative resolution of debts resulting from non-payment of student…
Apr 27
Best Recipes for a Bid Protest

Best Recipes for a Bid Protest

Most Government contracting officers are dedicated, hard-working and honest. The same is true of most Government proposal evaluators. As a result, arguments in bid protests that Government personnel were biased against the protestor or in…
Apr 19
A new tool for DOJ to deal with Bid Protests?

A new tool for DOJ to deal with Bid Protests?

GAO will dismiss protests once they become the subject of litigation at the US Court of Federal Claims. Sometimes protesters file at GAO, test the waters, and, when they don’t like what’s in the water, they voluntarily dismiss the…

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Hot Button Blog

By Cozen O'Connor.

http://www.hotbuttonblog.com

Apr 7
Congressional Hearing: The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection’s Unconstitutional Design

Congressional Hearing: The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection’s Unconstitutional Design

House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations March 21st, 2017 Witnesses: The Honorable Theodore Olson, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP Professor Saikrishna Prakash, James Monroe Distinguished…
Apr 6
Maritime and Infrastructure Federal Update

Maritime and Infrastructure Federal Update

Legislative highlights from the March 2017 Maritime and Infrastructure Federal Update is below. See the full update here. Trump’s “Skinny” Budget Targets TIGER Grants, Army Corps of Engineers and Leaves Questions Elsewhere…
Mar 30
Special Policy Briefing: Tax Reform

Special Policy Briefing: Tax Reform

On Tuesday, March 28, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies hosted a special briefing on the prospects and impending efforts surrounding tax reform in Washington, D.C. I was joined by Dawn O’Donnell, former tax counsel to the…

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Legal Transformation: The Changing…

Legal Transformation: The Changing Legal Profession

Covers innovations in preparation, practice and the profession. By Joshua Kubicki.

http://joshuakubicki.com/blog/

Mar 7
The Intrapreneur's Manifesto.

The Intrapreneur's Manifesto.

Some time ago I wrote a manifesto for a small team I was forming. The team's focus would be on learning and applying business design techniques and competencies. Because most of the members were relatively new to design, let alone…
Feb 28
Intrapreneur: Pitch & Preparation

Intrapreneur: Pitch & Preparation

Pitching the idea. As an intrapreneur, if you are lucky, and after an enormous amount of work, you will have to pitch a stakeholder (or group of them) on your idea, plan, and request. A lot goes into this, and while it is not as dramatic…
Feb 17
The Intrapreneur's Dilemma

The Intrapreneur's Dilemma

Companies are heavy: thick with layers of management, columns of workers, and sticky procedures. Altering the direction or just making an impact within a company takes tremendous energy and resources. It is the nature of a mature organization…

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PCT Law Group\'s Legal Insights

Covers civil litigation and employment law.

http://pctlg.com/insights-news/

Feb 17
Angela France to Serve as Panelist on Upcoming Implementing Compliance Measures in 2017 NAMWOLF Webinar

Angela France to Serve as Panelist on Upcoming Implementing Compliance Measures in 2017 NAMWOLF Webinar

PCT Law Group partner Angela H. France will serve as a panelist in a live webinar on “Looking Back to Move Forward Implementing Compliance Measures in 2017.” The 60 minute webinar, which will be hosted by the National…
Jan 30
H. Scott Johnson, Jr. Serves as Panelist on Employer Strategies for Responding to Employee Demand Letters Webinar

H. Scott Johnson, Jr. Serves as Panelist on Employer Strategies for Responding to Employee Demand Letters Webinar

PCT Law Group partner H. Scott Johnson, Jr. recently served as a panelist in a live webinar on “Employer Strategies for Responding to Employee Demand Letters.” The 90-minute webinar, which was hosted by Strafford…
Jan 17
H. Scott Johnson, Jr. Speaking in January 19th Strafford Live Webinar

H. Scott Johnson, Jr. Speaking in January 19th Strafford Live Webinar

PCT Law Group, PLLC is pleased to announce that H. Scott Johnson, Jr. will be speaking in an upcoming Strafford live webinar, “Employer Strategies for Responding to Employee Demand Letters: Legal, Strategic and Ethical…

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Pay to Play Law Blog

Covers pay-to-play legislative developments. By McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP.

http://www.paytoplaylawblog.com/

Dec 1
Hedge Fund Seeks Absolution from the SEC Claiming the Potential Pay-to-Play Penalty Doesn’t Fit the Violation

Hedge Fund Seeks Absolution from the SEC Claiming the Potential Pay-to-Play Penalty Doesn’t Fit the Violation

Pershing Square Capital Management has found itself in the unenviable position of having to seek absolution from the Securities and Exchange Commission for the consequences of an unintended $500 pay-to-play error by one of its former…
Aug 2
California State Treasurer Sets His Sights on Curbing Pay-to-Play in the Municipal Bond Arena

California State Treasurer Sets His Sights on Curbing Pay-to-Play in the Municipal Bond Arena

While it’s easy for mainstream news outlets to get caught up in the mid-summer drama of Vice-Presidential selections, national political party conventions, and the geopolitical repercussions of Brexit, we here at Pay to Play Law Blog…
Jun 16
Connecticut Stands Firm to Enforce Pay-to-Play Against State Party Committee

Connecticut Stands Firm to Enforce Pay-to-Play Against State Party Committee

In announcing a $325,000 settlement with the Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee, the State Elections Enforcement Commission (“SEEC”) has made clear that it will not tolerate efforts to circumvent the state’s…

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Insurance Defense Blog

Covers civil litigation and insurance defense in Washington, D.C. By David Stratton.

http://www.insurancedefenseblog.us/

Feb 12
Crime stats and map - Fairfax County, Virginia

Crime stats and map - Fairfax County, Virginia

Here is a link to a crime mapping website, that will give you the date, location, and type of crimes reported in Fairfax County for any date range. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/policeevent... Makes me wonder if any other jurisdictions around…
Nov 20
A handy unofficial website that does a…

A handy unofficial website that does a statewide search of all Virginia circuit courts BUT FFX and Alexandria. http://vacircuitcourtsearch.com/
Jul 26
Misclassification of employees as independent contractors under FSLA

Misclassification of employees as independent contractors under FSLA

A headline in the Christian Science Monitor caught my eye the other day: "Are you an independent contractor? Probably not, Labor Department says." The article goes on to discuss a new Department of Labor ruling concerning the…

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WE-blog: Wildlife and Environment…

WE-blog: Wildlife and Environment Blog

Covers environmental law. By Meyer Glitzenstein & Crystal.

http://we-blog-meyerglitz.blogspot.com/

Jun 17
Firm Launching New Website July 1st!

Firm Launching New Website July 1st!

We are excited to share the news that the firm will be launching a new website on July 1, which will no longer use this Blogger platform. Thus, if you remain interested in receiving updates about our firm’s work, please…
Jun 12
Fish and Wildlife Service Ends “Split-Listing” of Chimpanzees and Makes All Chimps “Endangered” and Entitled To the Full Protections of the Endangered Species Act.

Fish and Wildlife Service Ends “Split-Listing” of Chimpanzees and Makes All Chimps “Endangered” and Entitled To the Full Protections of the Endangered Species Act.

Today, the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced its final decision to end the dual status for chimpanzees under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and to list all chimpanzees – whether in the wild or in captivity – as…
May 28
Court Orders Advance Remedies Against Big Tobacco

Court Orders Advance Remedies Against Big Tobacco

The D.C. Circuit and the district court have issued new rulings that will require the largest cigarette companies to finally issue “corrective statements” disclosing the truth about their products, including forcing the companies…

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Washington D.C. Employment Law…

Washington D.C. Employment Law Update

Covers labor and employment law developments in Washington, D.C. By Littler.

http://www.littler.com/blog/dc-employment-law-update

May 19
EEOC Officials Field Pointed Questions During Senate Committee Hearing

EEOC Officials Field Pointed Questions During Senate Committee Hearing

Ilyse Wolens Schuman The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's enforcement strategies and ligation history came under fire from Republican members of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on…
May 15
Senators Urge President to issue "Model Employer" Executive Order

Senators Urge President to issue "Model Employer" Executive Order

Michael J. Lotito Ilyse Wolens Schuman On Friday, May 15, 18 Democratic Senators sent a letter to President Obama calling for him to issue an executive order that would make the…
May 14
NLRB Chairman Pearce and GC Griffin Face Grilling by Senate Appropriations Committee

NLRB Chairman Pearce and GC Griffin Face Grilling by Senate Appropriations Committee

Michael J. Lotito During a May 14 Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing to discuss the National Labor Relations Board's FY 2016 budget, NLRB Chairman Mark Pearce and General Counsel (GC) Richard Griffin indicated the…

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Baum Law Offices

Covers Criminal and Family Law. Published by Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum.

http://baumlawoffices.com/blog/

Apr 4
Maryland Self Defense Law FAQ

Maryland Self Defense Law FAQ

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Law offices in Baltimore, Catonsville, and Columbia, Maryland. This blog post is meant to shed some light on the Maryland self defense law. By self defense, I…
Nov 4
Maryland Peace Order and Protective Order Defense

Maryland Peace Order and Protective Order Defense

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Law offices in Baltimore, Catonsville, and Columbia, Maryland. As of October 1, 2014, it became much easier to get a final peace order or a final protective…
Nov 4
Maryland Peace Order and Protective Order Defense

Maryland Peace Order and Protective Order Defense

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Law offices in Baltimore, Catonsville, and Columbia, Maryland.As of October 1, 2014, it became much easier to get a final peace order or a final protective…

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TelecomMediaTech Law Blog

Covers telecommunications, media and technology law and policy. By Rini Coran, PC.

http://www.telecommediatechlaw.com

Mar 26
FCC Hits TV Station With Maximum Fine for Fleeting Nudity in Newscast

FCC Hits TV Station With Maximum Fine for Fleeting Nudity in Newscast

The Federal Communications Commission has fined a television station $325,000 for allegedly broadcasting “extremely graphic and explicit sexual material”, i.e., indecent material. The amount of the fine, underlying…
Feb 12
Obituary: Rebecca Rini

Obituary: Rebecca Rini

Our colleague and friend Rebecca Rini passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 8, 2015. Rebecca was the founding partner of the law firm of Rini, Coran & Lancellotta, PC and its successor, Rini O’Neil, PC. She was an…
Jun 26
Lessons from Aereo: Laws, Litigation and Loophole

Lessons from Aereo: Laws, Litigation and Loophole

In a case with far-reaching implications for the television business, for cloud computing and for new technologies, the U.S. Supreme Court found that Aereo’s online video service infringed copyrights held by television producers,…

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DC Immigration Lawyer Blog

By Schaefer Law Firm.

http://vagreencardlawyer.com/dc-immigration-lawyer-blog

Jan 30
Announcement: New Office in Rexburg Idaho

Announcement: New Office in Rexburg Idaho

Rexburg Idaho immigration lawyer information. Learn more about your immigration options here or call (208) 918-0852. The post Announcement: New Office in Rexburg Idaho appeared first on Schaefer Law Firm.
Nov 20
TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone

TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone

TPS for Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone information. Learn more before you apply. The post TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone appeared first on Schaefer Law Firm.
Nov 20
TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone

TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone

TPS for Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone information. Learn more before you apply. The post TPS For Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone appeared first on Schaefer Law Firm.

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Campaign Finance Blog

Covers campaign finance, election, and political law. By William J. McGinley.

http://campaignfinanceblog.com/

Apr 3
United States Supreme Court Strikes Down Aggregate Contribution Limits in McCutcheon v. FEC

United States Supreme Court Strikes Down Aggregate Contribution Limits in McCutcheon v. FEC

Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court struck down the aggregate contribution limits that apply to individuals on constitutional grounds in McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission. The opinion can be found here and the link…
Jun 25
United States Supreme Court Issues Voting Rights Act Decision

United States Supreme Court Issues Voting Rights Act Decision

The United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in Shelby County, Ala. v. Holder, holding that a key provision of the Voting Rights Act (“VRA”) is unconstitutional. Listed below are the key paragraphs explaining the…
Jun 21
President Announces Two Nominations For FEC

President Announces Two Nominations For FEC

POLITICO reports that the President has nominated Ann Ravel, a Democrat who chairs the California Fair Political Practices Commission, and Lee Goodman, a Republican election lawyer, to the Federal Election Commission.

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Workplace Discrimination Blog

Covers legislation and case law pertaining to workplace discrimination and retaliation. By The Employment Law Group.

http://workplacediscriminationblog.com/cms/index.php

Mar 18
EEOC Settles Disability Bias Suit Against Rexnord Industrie

EEOC Settles Disability Bias Suit Against Rexnord Industrie

The disability discrimination suit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) against Rexnord Industries has been resolved by federal magistrate judge Nancy Joseph.
Feb 14
EEOC Settles Sexual Harassment Suit Against Tennessee Retailer

EEOC Settles Sexual Harassment Suit Against Tennessee Retailer

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has settled its sexual harassment suit against Arkansas retailer, Dolgencorp, LLC, also known as Dollar General Corporation (headquartered
Feb 12
Cargill Meat Solutions and US Labor Department Settle Discrimination Lawsuit for $2.2M

Cargill Meat Solutions and US Labor Department Settle Discrimination Lawsuit for $2.2M

Cargill Meat Solutions is a company based in Wichita, Kansas charged with participating in discriminatory hiring practices based on race and sex. The lawsuit cite

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Lexero Law Firm Blog

Covers domain names, privacy, and intellectual property.

http://www.lexero.com/blog

Feb 26
What is Litigation?

What is Litigation?

Litigation is the legal process through which the plaintiff and defendant (litigants) argue their side in court to achieve a specific outcome (monetary award, injunction to stop use of patented invention, avoidance of paying a settlement,…
Jan 16
Understanding Patent Litigation

Understanding Patent Litigation

If you’ve been accused of ‘stealing’ a patented invention, you may face a myriad of legal obstacles that could result in the loss of time and money for your business due to fighting the charges brought against you. Patents…
Apr 4
Mediation and Arbitration: Alternatives to Litigation

Mediation and Arbitration: Alternatives to Litigation

Litigation is not the only option when it comes to reaching a settlement with another party. Litigants can agree to other means such as mediation or arbitration to reach an agreement that’s fair for both sides. Unfortunately, once a…

Rank this Week: 2583

Washington DC Metro Medical…

Washington DC Metro Medical Malpractice Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice and birth injury cases. By Stein, Mitchell, Muse & Cipollone LLP

http://www.washingtondcmetromedicalmalpracticelawyerblog.com/

Sep 4
Study finds tort reform ineffective solution for reducing health care cost

Study finds tort reform ineffective solution for reducing health care cost

A recent study of Medicare spending in Texas found that doctors' fees for seniors and disabled patients remain high, despite an amendment to the Texas state constitution passed in 2003 to limit payouts in medical malpractice lawsuits. …
Aug 30
Complications After Giving Birth

Complications After Giving Birth

Laurie A. Amell, Esq., a nurse and a medical malpractice attorney at Stein, Mitchell, Muse & Cipollone LLP, handled a case where defendant failed to diagnose a female patient properly. She gave a family history of malignant hypertension as…
Aug 27
Stroke Prevention

Stroke Prevention

Strokes occur in patients when there is bleeding in the brain, or when a blood clot forms in the blood vessels of the brain or travels to the brain from a different organ, typically the heart. Factors that influence blood clot formation are…

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Whistleblower Qui Tam Law Blog

Covers cGMP violations, anti-kickback laws and public disclosure. By Stein, Mitchell, Muse & Cipollone LLP

http://www.whistleblowerquitamlaw.com/

Aug 14
Investigations Question the Medical Necessity of Some Cardiac Procedures Performed at HCA Hospital

Investigations Question the Medical Necessity of Some Cardiac Procedures Performed at HCA Hospital

Recently, the New York Times reported that HCA, the largest for-profit hospital chain in the United States with 163 facilities, knew as far back as 2002 and as recently as late 2010 that some of its cardiologists at multiple hospitals in…
Jul 18
Department of Justice Officials Comment on the GSK Settlement

Department of Justice Officials Comment on the GSK Settlement

On July 2, 2012, a number of top officials from various government agencies gathered to announce the largest False Claims Act case in history. Deputy Attorney General James M.
Jul 17
DaVita Settles Lawsuit Over Epogen Use

DaVita Settles Lawsuit Over Epogen Use

Recently, DaVita, Inc., a healthcare company that provides dialysis services to patients with chronic kidney failure and end stage renal disease, agreed to pay $55 million to resolve a decade long lawsuit filed by a whistleblower under the…

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Washington DC Metro Personal…

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http://www.washingtondcmetropersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

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METRO CRASH SPURS NEW FEDERAL TRANSIT OVERSIGHT

METRO CRASH SPURS NEW FEDERAL TRANSIT OVERSIGHT

Now more than three years after the horrific Metro Red Line train crash that claimed the lives of nine and injured many others on June 22, 2009, Congress has mandated stronger federal oversight of public transit systems.
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AAA DECRIES TRAFFIC CAMERAS AS MONEYMAKERS

AAA DECRIES TRAFFIC CAMERAS AS MONEYMAKERS

As the economic slowdown drags on and budget-tightening continues nationwide, the Mid-Atlantic branch of the American Automobile Association ("AAA") has expressed heightened concern about local governments using automated law enforcement…
Jun 13
VIRGINIA INSPIRES NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR LIFE-SAVING DRUG IN SCHOOLS

VIRGINIA INSPIRES NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR LIFE-SAVING DRUG IN SCHOOLS

Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in Congress to allow the placement of non-student-specific epinephrine in public schools. The House bill (H.R. 3627), sponsored by Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and Rep. Phil Roe (R-TN) and entitled the…

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Foreign Collection Development…

Foreign Collection Development Blog (FCIL-SIS)

Discusses new titles and current issues in collection development for law librarians who collect foreign and international law at their institutions.

http://foreignlawcollections.blogspot.com/

Nov 28
Google Scholar Citations Open To All - Google Scholar Blog

Google Scholar Citations Open To All - Google Scholar Blog

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May 5
The Role of Information Specialists in the Aftermath of Military Conflict

The Role of Information Specialists in the Aftermath of Military Conflict

This week, the New York Times reported the death of Ernesto Sábato, renowned novelist and head of the commission that investigated the crimes committed by Argentina's military dictatorship during the "Dirty War" from 1976 to 1983. Ernesto…
Sep 22
Autumn...and International Law...in New York (City) with apologies to Vernon Duke and Jo Stafford

Autumn...and International Law...in New York (City) with apologies to Vernon Duke and Jo Stafford

Weather-wise, October is a great time to visit New York City, and you beat the crowded November and December holiday season.If your plans are bringing you here October 21-23 this year, anchor your vacation with a little continuing…

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Not Guilty

Criminal defense blog written by female criminal defense attorney turned stay at home mom re-turned criminal defense attorney. By Mirriam Seddiq.

http://notguiltynoway.blogspot.com/

Jun 29
The gay marriage litmus test

The gay marriage litmus test

I use the term litmus test with only a vague understanding of it's meaning. I am, unfortunately, a science moron, and only remember something about paper turning purple if it's basic?
Jun 21
More Unnecessary State Sanctioned Killing

More Unnecessary State Sanctioned Killing

I read an incredibly disturbing story today about a 26 year old former marine who was at home with his wife and two small children when a SWAT team broke into his house (ok, they had a search warrant which I'm sure was poured over by the…
Jun 20
Are these your kids, ma'am?

Are these your kids, ma'am?

I am the mother of twin boys that will be four in August. If you follow the blog you know that I had trouble conceiving, was on bedrest for over four months while pregnant, and then had a very difficult recovery. All in all, actually…

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Green Building Law Brief

Covers green building and sustainability issues from a legal perspective. Edited by Will Pearce.

http://greenbuildinglawbrief.blogspot.com/

Apr 1
Whiteford,Taylor & Preston Receives the President's Award from USGBC Maryland

Whiteford,Taylor & Preston Receives the President's Award from USGBC Maryland

On January 27, Whiteford, Taylor & Preston proudly accepted the President's Award from the USGBC-MD. WINTERGREEN, The Maryland Chapter of the U.S.
Apr 1
Maryland Legislature Poised to Extend Option of "Benefit" Status to LLC

Maryland Legislature Poised to Extend Option of "Benefit" Status to LLC

Maryland limited liability companies that pride themselves on their commitment to environmental and social responsibility soon may be able to obtain legal recognition, separate from their less magnanimous competitors. If passed, Senate Bill…
Jun 30
USGBC-Maryland's New Headquarter

USGBC-Maryland's New Headquarter

The USGBC Maryland Chapter will showcase its new Hunt Valley headquarters tomorrow, July 1, at 5:30 pm with a “See the Green Building Tour.” For more information on the event and to register, click here. The new office is in Schilling…

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Arocho Law Office's Nonprofit Blog

Covers news, events and ideas involving non-profit and tax-exempt organizations. By Antonio "Tony" Arocho.

http://lawyerfornonprofits.blogspot.com/

Dec 11
Year-End Happy Hour for Nonprofit Leaders-Dec. 15th

Year-End Happy Hour for Nonprofit Leaders-Dec. 15th

You are cordially invited to attend the premier year-end Happy Hour and Networking event for Nonprofit Leaders on Wednesday,December 15th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Mio Restaurant, 1110 Vermont Avenue, NW (Vermont & L Street/near McPherson…
Oct 21
CDFI Funding Opportunity!

CDFI Funding Opportunity!

The U.S. Department of the Treasury just recently released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the FY 2011 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. The CDFI Fund is intended to expand the capacity of financial …
Oct 14
Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of October 3rd

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of October 3rd

This is a summary of posts for the week of October 3rd to Twitter and the

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All of DC is Still the 'Hood

Life as a Howard University School of Law student in Washington, DC

http://selaw.wordpress.com

Jun 4
Minority = Diversity

Minority = Diversity

Today, at around 6:00pm, I learned how not to play the game of getting an offer from a BigLaw firm. I had a long day because I was working on multiple assignments and having lunch and coffee, you know the normal workday as a summer…
Jun 4
Minority = Diversity

Minority = Diversity

Today, at around 6:00pm, I learned how not to play the game of getting an offer from a BigLaw firm. I had a long day because I was working on multiple assignments and having lunch and coffee, you know the normal workday as a summer…
Jun 1
First Day at the Firm

First Day at the Firm

So today was my first day at the BigLaw firm, and like all other summers starting today, I now have a huge headache. My headache probably started around 2:3opm, which was right around the time that we took our first break from our 3-hour…

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Harrison Law Group Construction…

Harrison Law Group Construction Notes

Covers construction contracts, guarantees, warranties and workplace policies.

http://constructionlawnotes.blogspot.com/

Apr 14
Mike Pappas Featured in Building Baltimore Magazine

Mike Pappas Featured in Building Baltimore Magazine

Mike Pappas was featured in Building Baltimore Magazine's February 2009 Edition for his work with the ABC Joint Legislative Committee. Mike received a "Member of Distinction" Award in January 2009for his dedication and political action with…
Mar 26
Mike Pappas in Video Interview by The Daily Record

Mike Pappas in Video Interview by The Daily Record

Mike Pappas was interviewed yesterday [March 25, 2009] at the Baltimore County Bar Association's Technology Expo, held at the Towson National Guard Armory from 11 am until 2 pm. Pappas, the chair of the Bar Association’s Technology…
Dec 3
Employee Handbooks — Place and Purpose

Employee Handbooks — Place and Purpose

BY: Faith E. Harrison, EsquireOriginally Published In The HLG Constructor, September, 2008

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Whistleblower Law Blog

Covers legislation, news and cases for whistleblowers and those who represent them. By The Employment Group.

https://www.employmentlawgroup.com/in-the-news/whistleblower-law-blog/

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