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Thought leaders from around the world contribute their perspectives on landmark cases, new legislation, and legal perspectives on new technologies, business practices, and civil procedure.

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Infrastructure in the Trump Administration

Building Blocks

G. Christian Roux

Everyone agrees U.S. infrastructure is in lamentable shape. Can Congress and the Trump administration muster the courage to do something about it?

New Law Requires Hurricane Maria Audit

FEMA Will Audit Emergency Response Efforts After Hurricane Maria

Sidney F. Ansbacher

New law requires FEMA to audit failed hurricane contracts.

Improving Discovery in Federal Court

Pilot Project Aims to Expedite Discovery in Federal Court

Robert A. Clifford

Discovery has become more expansive in litigation, despite the fact that the vast majority of civil cases settle before trial.

Bodily Injury Montreal Convention

Recent Case Law Defining ‘Bodily Injury’ under the Montreal Convention

Christopher B. Kende

In a nutshell, the Convention makes an airline strictly liable for bodily injury or death of a passenger caused by an “accident” occurring while embarking, on board the aircraft, or disembarking.

Construction Market

Evolution of the U.S. Construction Market

Steven M. Charney

This strong return to activity, in both public and private works, has taken place in an environment marked by an equally striking evolution.

Foreign Investment Russia

Changes in the Legal Regulation of Foreign Investment in Russia

Artem Zhavoronkov and Oleg Lovtsov

Introducing significant changes in the legal regulation of foreign investment in the Russian Federation.

What Are Lawyer Commendations?

Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent

Best Lawyers

Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.

Albors, Galiano Portales

Q&A with Albors, Galiano Portales

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An interview with Albors, Galiano Portales, a 2018 "Law Firm of the Year" in Spain.

Drone Laws Rapidly Changing

Drones: What Legal Issues Should You Be Thinking About?

Rachel Constantino-Wallace, John Roche, and John Wechkin

Issues like product liability, FAA compliance, privacy, and IP surround the use of drones for personal and business use.

Q&A with Colin Biggers & Paisley

Q&A with Patrick Monahan and Andrew Tulloch of Colin Biggers & Paisley

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Patrick Monahan and Andrew Tulloch talk about their work with Colin Biggers & Paisley.

Railway Maintenence

Maintenance by ECMs: A Requirement for International Railway Freight Transportation

Serap Zuvin

According to the Rules for Certification and Auditing of Entities in Charge of Maintenance (the "Regulation") of the Intergovernmental Organization for International Carriage by Rail ("OTIF"), which came into force on June 1, 2013, the ECMs must be evaluated and certified by an independent institution. Every freight wagon used by an international entity must be maintained by a particular ECM.

Strengthening SERNAC

News on the Bill Regarding the Strengthening of SERNAC

Guillermo Carey

Blakes 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

What the Seller-Friendly Market Means for Private Equity

Blake, Cassels & Graydon

JP Bogden and Kurt Sarno of 2019 Canadian "Law Firm of the Year" award-winner Blakes discuss trends in the private equity sector.

Franchise Agreements and Purchase Options

Can Your Option to Purchase Get Lost in a Franchise Agreement?

Benjamin Caddaye, Law Clerk and Alicia Hill

With the changing of a contract in a franchise agreement, certain rights you thought you were entitled to might get lost in translation.

4 Legal New Years Resolutions

4 Legal New Years Resolutions You Can Actually Keep

Anthony J. Enea

New Years resolutions don't always work, but these four reasonable suggestions will serve you well for many more years to come.

Asters Q&A Law Firm of the Year

Staying Competitive in Competitions and Antitrust Law

Asters

Igor Svechkar of Asters talks with Best lawyers about his firm's 2019 Antitrust "Law Firm of the Year" award for Ukraine.

Fair Use in Trademark Infringement

Fair Enough: The “Fair Use” Defense to Trademark Infringement

Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron K. Haar

There are two arguments for fair use in a trademark infringement case. Here's your guide to understanding both.

The Who, What, and Why of Bankruptcy

The 5 W’s of Bankruptcy Communications

Eden Gillott

You might be an expert on bankruptcy, but communicating its practical realities to clients can get complicated.

Gide 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

Here Are Gide's Predictions on the Biggest Trends in Real Estate

Gide Loyrette Nouel

Winner of the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Real Estate Law in France, Hugues Moreau of Gide talks global capital and market changes.

Engaging Your Client on Their Terms

4 Ways to Engage Your Client on Their Terms

Scott Distasio

Upping your customer service skills could boost business, propel your career, and help you retain top clients.

Hiring an Inexperienced Expert Witness?

Should You Opt for a Career Expert Witness or a First Timer?

Erin Quinn-Kong

There are reasons to hire an expert with 30-plus years of experience, but don't underestimate the skills of a first timer.

Davies "Law Firm of the Year" Q&A

Davies Points to “Groupthink” as Contributor to Industry Stagnation

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg

The 2019 Canaidan "Law Firm of the Year" honoree for Competitions/Antitrust Law shares the keys to their success.

Spanish General State Budget Approval 2019

Unpacking the 2019 Spanish General State Budget

Mariano Roca López

A union between two left-wing parties in Spain has led to a new budget agreement that could raise personal and corporate income taxes.

Avoiding a Civil Suit

How You Can Avoid a Civil Suit (And Why You Want To)

Ryan B. Bormaster

You don't need to go to court to handle a civil suit. Find out your alternative options.

Gowling WLG "Law Firm of the Year" Q&A

Gowling WLG Attorneys Discuss Aboriginal Law in Canada

Gowling WLG

Gowling WLG won the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Aboriginal Law in Canada.

Why Register My Copyrights?

Understanding the Benefits of Copyright Registration

Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron Haar

If you aren't registering your copyrights with the United States Copyright Office, you're missing out on additional protections.

 Top Reasons Employers Should Avoid Arbitrati

8 Ways Arbitration Agreements Can Hurt Employers

Kraig J. Marton

Arbitration might seem like an appealing alternative, but it could cost you time and money.

Fasken Law Firm of the Year Q&A

Fasken Attorneys on Their 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Award Win

Fasken

Lawyers from the Canadian firm discus their employment law practice and the changes coming to the Canadain legal market.

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