For those who have already received compensation, a lawyer representing abuse victims said, it's come at a personal cost, as the terms of the effective plan have required them to answer 81-page questionnaires, sit for depositions and ask others to submit affidavits as...

"Law firms should talk more about what they're doing," argued diversity consultant Joelle Emerson. "One of the things that makes this so controversial is that people don't know what these programs are."       "Law firms should talk more about what they're doing,"...

Law firm leaders, litigators and key industry stakeholders weigh in on the business, regulatory and legal implications of second Trump administration going forward.       Law firm leaders, litigators and key industry stakeholders weigh in on the business, regulatory...

Longtime criminal defense attorneys and former federal prosecutors agreed that the next Trump DOJ would likely focus less on white collar cases against entities and instead follow a "law and order" model of pursuing street crime.       The next Department of Justice...

"This industry is going to thrive now," said Teresa Goody Guillén, a partner at Baker & Hostetler. "The election just changes as to what legal services are needed."        The White House. Credit: Bob/Adobe Stock "This industry is going to thrive now," said Teresa...

Justice Samuel Alito Jr. hypothesized a manufacturing plant which warned that a future fire could pose a threat to its business. Would the business have to then disclose that such a fire had already occurred?       Justice Samuel Alito Jr. hypothesized a manufacturing...

The Justin, Texas-based company, which sold only 22 EVs in 2023, has promoted associate general counsel Sean Yan to succeed general counsel Hector Ruiz.        Sales of Canoo vehicles, such as the one pictured, have fallen far short of expectations. Credit: Canoo News...

        Columbus, Ohio, USA – December 27, 2021: Abbott Nutrition corporate office in Columbus, Ohio, USA. Abbott Nutrition is a pharmaceutical company and division of Abbott Laboratories.. Credit: JHVEPhoto/Adobe Stock November 06, 2024 at 01:36 PM 6 minute read By...

Trade tensions are expected to increase as Donald Trump seeks to unleash a slew of tariffs during his second term as U.S. president.       Trade tensions are expected to increase as Donald Trump seeks to unleash a slew of tariffs during his second term as U.S....

Hogan Lovells' Aaron Cutler said that he anticipates a "busy four years" for D.C. firms as the Trump administration looks to hit the ground running with regulatory reform.       Hogan Lovells' Aaron Cutler said that he anticipates a "busy four years" for D.C. firms as...

"My advice would be to (i) try and work with as many people as possible, (ii) maintain the right attitude, and (iii) seek out and make the most of your opportunities."        Don't miss the crucial news and insights you need to make informed legal decisions. Join...

When Dana Rao became general counsel of Adobe six years ago, he said he set out to recast the culture of a legal department known as a place where "good ideas go to die."       When Dana Rao became general counsel of Adobe six years ago, he said he set out to recast...

Discover had hoped to complete its sale before Hope Mehlman exits as legal chief Nov. 27. But Capital One recently acknowledged that completing the deal this year is no longer a possibility.       Discover had hoped to complete its sale before Hope Mehlman exits as...

Donald Trump's second-term victory sparks optimism over his pro-business stance, while London's top partners expect global and domestic uncertainty.       Donald Trump's second-term victory sparks optimism over his pro-business stance, while London's top partners...

"For example," prosecutors wrote on Tuesday, "defendant on multiple occasions during trial asked his counsel when it was his turn to testify and also told his counsel that it was his 'ass on the line.'"       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...

"Most of our regulatory expertise at Latham sits in our East Coast offices," said Tad J. Freese, a Latham & Watkins California office managing partner.       "Most of our regulatory expertise at Latham sits in our East Coast offices," said Tad J. Freese, a Latham...

Litigators do differ in their opinions on the impact of a decision that would give New York courts the ability to handle shareholder suits against foreign corporations.       Litigators do differ in their opinions on the impact of a decision that would give New York...

A couple argued California law applied to the potential punitive damages against eBay, as all of the wrongful conduct stemmed from the company's headquarters in California. However, eBay argued Massachusetts law should apply, claiming allegations of surveillance,...

"One of the biggest issues is when the new general counsel and the executive leadership team are not aligned in their approach and decision-making," said John Gilmore, co-founder of the search and consulting firm BarkerGilmore.        Quitting. Credit: Pcess609/Adobe...

"We think this is a very favorable resolution of misclassification and deduction claims under the Massachusetts Wage Act, which provides significant relief to the 47 class members involved," Olena Savytska of Lichten & Liss-Riordan said of the $795,000 settlement...

A subset of sexual abuse accusers whose compensation is a key part of the plan and a group of Boy Scout insurers—have spent years challenging third-party releases that were made part of a global settlement.       In the months leading up to argument over the Boy...

Plaintiffs are unable to locate the "vast majority" of Giuliani's assets now under receivership, plaintiff's counsel says.       A Manhattan federal judge has ordered former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani to report to court on Thursday following allegations he's...

As they typically do on Election Day, the justices went about their business Tuesday by hearing oral arguments.       As they typically do on Election Day, the justices went about their business Tuesday by hearing oral arguments.       

Judges said the court could turn to the statute's legislative history and other avenues to uphold the regulation even with Chevron deference gone.       Judges said the court could turn to the statute's legislative history and other avenues to uphold the regulation...

These actions were just the latest in a long series of legal maneuvers, mostly by Paxton, that opponents allege is voter intimidation or constraints on voting rights.       On the eve of election day, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the U.S. Department of...

At least 33 states will elect judges on Tuesday, and several ballot measures affecting the courts focus on judicial retirement age and disciplinary procedures.       At least 33 states will elect judges on Tuesday, and several ballot measures affecting the courts...

"In a free society, the [election] process is more important than the outcome," said Dentons partner Ed Lindsey, who sits on the board of the nonpartisan Election Officials Legal Defense Network.       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...

For employers facing legal action over harassment based on a protected characteristic, a faulty investigation could make a bad situation even worse, said Frances Haas, an employment lawyer at Nyemaster Goode in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.       Hi there.The email you just...

Counsel for the defendants intend to pursue prediscovery dismissal of the complaint, arguing the plaintiff has no "direct evidence" of an antitrust conspiracy.        U.S. Courthouse, Eastern District of New York in Brooklyn, New York. Photo: Ryland West/ALM News...

Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute between her former firm Griesing Mazzeo Law and Kleinbard.       Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute...

"Beyond the allegations of office discussions about strip clubs and the use of cocaine at work, their general lack of oversight is startling," said Ann Olivarius, a partner at McAllister Olivarius not involved in the matter.       "Beyond the allegations of office...

"Lawyers accustomed to week-long turnarounds for contract reviews may find their clients demanding same-day service to keep up with sales/growth teams," according to Aaron Boersma, author of "Keeping Pace: Law Firms in the Era of AI-Driven Business."       "Lawyers...

"Allstate requested that my settlement remain confidential, but I rejected that request because I'm convinced stories like yours do more to hold companies like Allstate accountable than any settlement or verdict ever could," plaintiff counsel Richard Kopelman of told...

"If you find an area of work that you love, learn as much as you can about that area of law. Read, ask questions, watch and listen more than you talk. I am a firm believer that if you love what you do and put the time and effort into it, you will excel as a practice...

"The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law professor.       "The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law...

In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust.       In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust.       

"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...

"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...

"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said.       "With our clients, we are taking a stand for...

"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said.       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...

Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.       Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.       

Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not...

The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'"       The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his...

The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'"       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who...

"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post.       "If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this...

"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post.       Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...

On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...

On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...