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R. Lewis Van Blois - Oakland 2021 Lawyer of the Year
Best LawyersProduct Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs Oakland, California
The Company They Keep
Best LawyersThomas Richter discusses the idea of corporate criminal liability.
WATCH: Best Lawyers Discusses COVID-19 & Business Liability
Best LawyersThree legal experts join the CEO of Best Lawyers to talk about business liability concerns as the economy opens back up.
Equal to the Task
Joyce D. Edelman
Fighting for gender equity in the law firm can seem like the very definition of a thankless task. But you just might find yourself able to make great strides.
The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada
Best LawyersWe are excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" awards in Canada.
The Virtual Courtroom
Andrew E. Curto and Danielle E. Tricolla
Why some of the industry changes the pandemic has wrought—the advent of remote courthouse appearances chief among them—deserve to outlast the return to normal life.
Is It Live . . . Or Is It Virtual?
Adrian L. Bastianelli III, Paulo Flores, Kevin J. O’Connor, and Robert S. Peckar
Mediation via Zoom is just one of the legal-industry oddities the pandemic has wrought. Here’s a cheat sheet for how to make it work for you—and some thoughts on whether it’s here to stay.
Jury Study Sounds Alarm for Insurance Industry
Christopher W. Martin
Without Congressional action, the years ahead will see a tsunami of suits filed against the insurance industry for COVID-19-related claims. Our intensive surveys shed some disturbing light on potential jurors’ attitudes and perspectives.
How I Adapt to Working From Home
Alexandria Hurst
With the pandemic still ongoing with no end in sight, one lawyer writes about how she stays sane working from home.
Best Lawyers Since Day One
Best LawyersWe talked to some of the 566 attorneys who have been recognized by Best Lawyers since the first edition in 1983.
How Does Your Firm Measure Up?
Best LawyersBL Intelligence provides your firm with valuable industry data.
How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case
Best LawyersBest Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help you find the right lawyer.
Changing Terrain in Colorado Ski Law
Chalat Hatten & Banker
Ski area operators and skiers should heed new developments to the Ski Safety Act and the Premises Liability Act.
Roundup, Dangerous Products
Joseph Fantini
In recent years, there’s been a significant increase in product liability lawsuits filed in California.
E-Scooters: Spontaneous Fun or Serious Danger?
Linda J. Chalat
Reports of serious injury raise questions over the legality of electric scooters—even as ridership grows.
The "Roundup" on Roundup
Roy D. Oppenheim
In an effort to save face and money, Monsanto, a biochemical subsidiary of the pharmaceutical company Bayer, is seeking to make a global settlement of $8 million to repay the public for their blatant manipulation of scientific research—which hid the fact that their product is cancerous.
Media Tips in a High-Profile Case
Gregory G. Rizio
How an Attorney Can Successfully Work With the Press
A Sea Change on Land
Linda Klein & Neel Gupta
Autonomous vehicles will revolutionize almost every area of the law. Here’s a look at what’s rapidly approaching.
The Best Defense Against FLSA Lawsuits for Unpaid Overtime
Maureen E. Carr
Six strategies to avoid costly liability.
The Hidden and Explosive Danger of Electronic Cigarettes
Steven Weston
While the FDA's authority has been extended to cover E-Cigarettes, no regulations have been put in place to govern the development and sale of e-cigarette batteries. This has made exploding E-Cigs a serious health threat on par with respiratory complications.
An Interview With Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Best LawyersRussia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree for Real Estate Law
David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting
Best LawyersThe president of Ackert Inc. offers his insights on business development to Best Lawyers following the 2019 Legal Marketing Association Annual Conference.
The Best Lawyers Voting Process Explained
Best LawyersInvited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.
Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent
Best LawyersAttorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.
An Interview With Johnson Winter & Slattery
Best LawyersAustralia's 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree in Energy Law
Government Liability for Crumbling Infrastructure
Joshua W. Glotzer
Across the country, infrastructure is failing
Seeking Help from a Dog Bite Attorney
Sophia Wright
When is the dog's owner responsible for your injury, and what might that win you in court?