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Anthony M. Insogna - San Diego 2021 Lawyer of the Year
Litigation - Intellectual Property San Diego, California
Crash Avoidance Technologies and the Litigation Landscape
Jaime D. Jackson
Crash Avoidance Technology is now becoming widely implemented in production vehicles.
The Future of Litigation Is Changing for Female Solicitors in the U.K.
Catherine Baksi
The support of entire law firms, organizations and senior counsel members will be the key to encouraging female solicitors and positive change in the industry.
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Ensuring Legacies
Justin Smulison
Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder’s litigation against a world-renowned higher education institution is expected to set a precedent impacting civil rights, copyright and social justice. Along with the types of cases the firm typically handles, they are willing to take on unusual and untested legal issues – an honor to the legacies of its longtime leaders.
Mind the Gap
Tonya Johannsen
Disputes among owner, architect, and contractor during any large commercial construction project are inevitable. Here’s what to look out for—and how to resolve such problems quickly and with as little fuss as possible.
Catastrophic Personal Injury
Trial legend Frank Branson finds success mixing technology and new skills with vast courtroom experience.
Look Out Below
Mary Jo Larson
Employee 401(k) and other pension plans that include company stock can be a financial minefield. What’s a responsible fiduciary to do to lessen the risk of a plummeting share price—and the risk of a subsequent “stock-drop” lawsuit from aggrieved workers?
Fighting for Justice, Fighting for Change
Dallas trial attorneys Michael Lyons and Christopher Simmons find motivation in the pursuit of justice.
Meeting Halfway
Julia B. Meister
To resolve family and business disputes including wills, trusts, estates and more, mediation is often a more effective, gentler and cheaper option than litigation.
Winning for His Clients Amid a Pandemic
John Fields
Best Lawyers®* Listed Attorney Joseph Brophy on achieving success in 2020.
Exceptional Advocacy
Justin Smulison
Two-time Personal Injury “Lawyer of the Year”, Daniel J.T. Sciano, reflects on the uniqueness and successes of his 40th year as one of San Antonio’s top litigators
Compelled to Compete
Ashish Mahendru
Courts and legislatures—and now the White House—are taking an increasingly dim view of noncompete employment agreements, a development the pandemic has quickened. What can employers do to protect their confidential information?
Divorce Considerations for Professional Athletes
Brad M. LaMorgese
The complexities of divorce among professional athletes are often vast and complicated.
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Six Reasons Why Distracted Driving is on the Rise in Florida
Roman & Gaynor
Distracted driving continues to be one of the most underreported causes of car accidents in Florida. The number of distracted driving accidents continues to increase in Clearwater and throughout Florida.
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United They Stand
Justin Smulison
Teamwork and commitment are the core values of Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine, which fueled successes in and out of the courtroom in 2020
Avon Calling
Rebecca Blackwell
Nostalgia-soaked childhood memories of the neighborhood "Avon lady" can mask an insidious reality: Multilevel marketing companies are often little more than polished Ponzi schemes. My experience is illustrative.
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Law in the Time of the Coronavirus
Justin Smulison
Seven-Time Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of The Year”* Victor Pribanic reflects on his challenges and inspirations while practicing injury law amid a global pandemic in 2021.
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Leading Cause of Car Accidents in Alabama? Failing to Yield the Right of Way
Mitchel Lattof
Failing to yield the right of way was the leading cause of car accidents in Alabama in 2018. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation, failing to yield the right of way resulted in 23,832 crashes. Ninety-six of those crashes resulted in fatalities.
Car Accident Compensation in Florida
Peter Catania
Are you curious about how to maximize your compensation after a car accident? These steps can help. Learn more here.
Perspectives on the Impact of New England’s Compromised Infrastructure
Megan Edmonds
Two Best Lawyers recognized attorneys weigh in on the impact of New England’s compromised infrastructure.
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Most Drivers Don't Think Distracted Driving is Dangerous, But These Accidents Are on the Rise in South Florida
Hollander Law Firm
Most drivers assume that they can multitask when they drive a motor vehicle. They do not believe that distracted driving is dangerous. Sadly, their assumptions about distracted driving could result in fatal crashes or traumatic injuries.
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How to Find the Best Doctor in West Palm Beach, FL
Gregg Hollander
If you have been injured in an automobile accident or slip and fall incident, finding a doctor can be challenging. We outline how to find the best doctor in West Palm Beach, FL for your injuries.
Voting Season Is Open
Voting for next year's Best Lawyers is an exclusive opportunity to benefit your local legal community.
How Peer Review Powers Industry Referrals
Best Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help clients find the right lawyer.
Perspectives on the Economic State of Georgia
Rachel Shrewsbury
Two Best Lawyers recognized attorneys weigh in on Georgia’s economy and declaring bankruptcy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Change in the Air
Janice Zhou
Soon after the inauguration of President Biden, the U.S. rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement. But this is on the federal level. What is Colorado doing to handle environmental issues on a local level?
Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom
The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms.
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Unlawful Pornography and Corporate Liability in Canada
Jordan Donich
Developments on the ongoing efforts to ensure internet companies are policing illegal content, such as child pornography, hosted on their servers.
