2008 October

Voir dire under time restraints

Following some simple steps will allow you to conduct voir dire effectively, even if you’re under strict time limits

2008 October

Tips for requesting and reviewing medical records

Medical records should document many aspects of your client’s treatment. Knowing what to ask for and who has it can influence the outcome of the case

Janabeth Fleming Taylor

2008 October

“Implied” preemption: The United States Supreme Court and the New England Journal of Medicine

The Roberts Court puts the legal battle over preemption front and center

Gerson H. Smoger
Mark T. Baller

2008 October

“Emergency Production” of digital documents for federal electronic filing

You’re in a panic when you realize your office is not equipped to file electronically the federal pleading that is due next week. Here’s how to get it done inexpensively

Michael Mortimer

2008 October

Attorney fee structures: A tax-planning annuity for attorneys

Learn how you can defer fees and income taxes, even if the client’s settlement isn’t structured

Bryan Milner

2008 October

For homeowners and tenants caught in subprime mortgage crisis, reforms await Governor’s signature — but are they enough?

Duties of brokers as fiduciaries are spelled out, making cases easier to prosecute

Michele Magar

2008 October

Using the Memorandum of Understanding as a draft settlement agreement to streamline settlement

Drafting an MOU at the beginning of negotiations gives you the control of the discussion that follows in the mediation

Jeffrey Krivis

2008 October

Looking forward...

As Plaintiff enters its second year, there’s a new editor at the helm.

Donna Bader
Althea T. Kippes

2008 October

Civil Procedure Update

A review of recent decisions on civil procedure, discovery and evidence of interest to the plaintiff’s bar

Steven Finz

2008 October

Including credit losses as a special damage can result in a larger award to your client

Today, victims of credit damage can more easily recover the damages to their financial reputation

Georg Finder

2008 October

Not just defendants anymore: Public entities are plaintiffs, too

Public entities have actively joined the fray to protect themselves from fraud and wrongdoing

Ingrid M. Evans
Steven P. Shaw

2008 October

Profile: Sal Liccardo: Determination and drive reach worldwide

From $50 public defender cases to million-dollar lawsuits, Sal Liccardo’s career spans 40 years — and he’s still in the courtroom

Stephen Ellison

2008 October

Looking back...

As Plaintiff enters its second year, there’s a new editor at the helm

Donna Bader

2008 October

Emotion in the courtroom: Persuasion or poison

Harnessing your emotions in the courtroom can lead to a favorable outcome for your client

J. Jude Basile

2008 October