Who’s on first? Protecting California’s elderly from financial abuse
The elderly are often taken advantage of financially by family members and others close to them. The author reviews California law on this matter from 1993 forward, focusing on the problems caused by the law’s exemption of family members from prosecution.
Daniel D. Murphy

Networking 101: For new (and not so new) lawyers
Viral networking is not a dread disease, but to some it’s painful. The author, an attorney and marketing guru, explores the basics of making yourself the go-to laywer.
Pete Meyers

Clients with special needs
Attorneys need to adopt specific strategies to represent their special needs client. The payoff can be bigger than your fee.
Geraldine Lewis

The courtroom: No place for personal attacks
Why holding your temper and your tongue may benefit you and your client. And for those who think putting on an act in front of jurors will win points – think again.
Michael Mortimer

Out with the old, in with the new
If your New Year resolution is to get rid of a lot of junk, feng shui principles can help you eliminate office and household clutter and find new personal energy.
Dr. Chady F. Wonson, D.C., LAC, CTN, CNC

Trial strategy tips for the changing jury pool
You can’t bump every 25-year-old off the jury. Here’s how to work with them.
Linda Petersen and Alison K. Bennett

Trial Practice and Procedure
Alternative forums for discovery in third-party workplace injury cases
The skilled advocate may gain an upper hand by taking advantage of discovery available in workers’ compensation and OSHA case proceedings.
William L. Veen and Isaac S. Nicholson

Profile – California Consumer Attorney of the Year
Fresno’s Warren R. Paboojian was recently named Attorney of the Year by Consumer Attorneys of California.
Stephen Ellison

Managing your Office
Computer files backup: new, improved, cheaper
The author shows you how to use the latest technology to protect your electronic files, and explains why it’s not only stupid but may be negligent not to protect your data.
Michael Mortimer

In the Trial Consultant’s Seat
What do a Honda Element and a widescreen TV have to do with jury selection?
Katherine James

Settlement Matters
Dealing with the “gap” in negotiations
Jeffrey Krivis