Documentary Review: A Look at 2023’s ‘No Farmers, No Food’By Michelle MillerFood Law, November 2024The documentary No Farmers, No Food: Will You Eat The Bugs?, which was released to relatively little fanfare in 2023, offers a sobering look at the escalating food crisis around the world, highlighting the devastating impact that government policies and environmental agendas are having on small farmers, the agricultural sector, and ultimately, food security.
Doe v. Catholic Bishop: How to Scrutinize Attorney-Client PrivilegeBy Mohammad Ahmed & Bobby MontesanoCivil Practice and Procedure, October 2024Attorney-client privilege is an anchor of the legal profession, fostering open communication between attorneys and their clients. This privilege encourages clients “to engage in full and frank discussions with their attorneys without fear of compelled disclosure of information.” As such, the attorney-client privilege is an essential component of effective legal representation.
The DOL Issues Its Final Independent Contractor RuleBy Ellen M. Hemminger & Peter WalrodEmployee Benefits, March 2024The Department of Labor sets new multi-factor test for determining whether worker is employee or independent contractor under Fair Labor Standards Act.
The DOL Issues Its Final Independent Contractor RuleBy Ellen M. Hemminger & Peter WalrodCorporate Law Departments, February 2024The Department of Labor sets new multi-factor test for determining whether worker is employee or independent contractor under Fair Labor Standards Act.
Don’t Be a ‘Wimpy’ LawyerBy Rory T. WeilerFamily Law, April 2024Advice on how to collect fees from uncooperative clients.
Don’t Plan to Win, Plan to Avoid LitigationBy Daniel KeganIntellectual Property, March 2024When contract negotiations seem stuck, it can be helpful to temporarily ignore the differing preferred provisions and reflect on the negotiation process and what might be causing the conflict.
E-Clips SummariesInsurance Law, November 2024Summaries of written case decisions of interest to insurance law practitioners that were issued from August 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024.
E-Clips SummariesInsurance Law, October 2024Summaries of written decisions issued in cases of interest to insurance law practitioners.
Editors’ Column: Pretrial Fairness - One Year LaterBy Mark Kevin Wykoff, Sr.Criminal Justice, September 2024A note from Co-Editor Mark Kevin Wykoff, Sr. on the one-year anniversary of the Pretrial Fairness Act.
Editor’s NoteBy Alexis P. FerracutiWorkers’ Compensation Law, December 2024A note from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy Nick OliverEnergy, Utilities, Telecommunications, and Transportation, November 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy William J. AnayaEnvironmental and Natural Resources Law, July 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy Bernard G. PeterCorporate Law Departments, July 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy Samuel H. LevineConstruction Law, May 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy Sandra M. BlakeMental Health Law, May 2024A note from the editor about Mental Health Awareness Month.
Editor’s NoteBy William J. AnayaEnvironmental and Natural Resources Law, May 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy Samuel H. LevineConstruction Law, April 2024An introduction to the issue from the editor.
Editor’s NoteBy John H. MavilleSenior Lawyers, February 2024The Senior Lawyers Section Council's editor shares a collection of "day brighteners" from Herb Franks.