I don't know about you, but I find it's difficult to attend all the good panels going on at conferences such as SEALS, where there are simultaneous panels competing for one's attention, not to mention the temptations of the informal schmoozing, and yes, the surroundings. [read post]

CONCISE SUMMARIES OF THE CONTENTS OF THEThe Discipline BookA guide to disciplinary actions involving public officers and employees in New York State with end notes.For more information about this 458 page handbook, click on http://booklocker.com/books/5215.htmlA Reasonable Disciplinary Penalty Under the Circumstances A handbook focusing on appealing penalties imposed following disciplinary action, adverse performance ratings, probationary terminations and the denial of unemployment insurance… [read post]

Essays - Spring 2010 Print If you want others to follow, learn to be alone with your thoughts By William Deresiewicz The lecture below was delivered to the plebe class at the United States Military Academy at West Point in October 2009. [read post]

Using Plain Language to Draft Regulations March 6, 2018 | Blake Emerson, UCLA School of Law Plain language can advance core administrative law values, such as public participation in policymaking and the effective implementation of statutory goals. [read post]