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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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R. Lewis Van Blois

R. Lewis Van Blois - Oakland 2021 Lawyer of the Year

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Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs Oakland, California

An Interview With HammPartner

The Company They Keep

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Thomas Richter discusses the idea of corporate criminal liability.

COVID-19 Panel: Business Liability

WATCH: Best Lawyers Discusses COVID-19 & Business Liability

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Three legal experts join the CEO of Best Lawyers to talk about business liability concerns as the economy opens back up.

Gender Equity in the Workplace

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.

2021 Law Firm of the Year Awards in Canada

The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada

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We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" awards in Canada.

Remote Litigation

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.

Virtual Mediation

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 on Insurance Claims

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.

Jury Research in High Profile Cases

Selection Protection

Robert A. Clifford and Bradley M. Cosgrove

Jury Research in High Profile Cases

Working From Home

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 the First Edition

Best Lawyers Since Day One

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We talked to some of the 566 attorneys who have been recognized by Best Lawyers since the first edition in 1983.

Best Lawyers Intelligence

How Does Your Firm Measure Up?

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BL Intelligence provides your firm with valuable industry data.

How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case

How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case

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Best Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help you find the right lawyer.

Corporate Liability for Mass Shootings

Warning Signs

Antonio M. Romanucci

The Warning Signs and Legal Remedies of Mass Shootings

Colorado Ski Law Changes

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.

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Roundup, Dangerous Products

Joseph Fantini

In recent years, there’s been a significant increase in product liability lawsuits filed in California.

Are E-Scooters Legal in Colorado?

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.

Roundup's Lethal Consequences

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

Media Tips in a High-Profile Case

Gregory G. Rizio

How an Attorney Can Successfully Work With the Press

Legal Considerations for Autonomous Vehicles

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.

Defending FSLA Lawsuits for Unpaid Overtime

The Best Defense Against FLSA Lawsuits for Unpaid Overtime

Maureen E. Carr

Six strategies to avoid costly liability.

E-Cigarette Explosions

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.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner–LFOTY

An Interview With Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

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Russia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree for Real Estate Law

Social Media Tips for Law Firms

David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting

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The president of Ackert Inc. offers his insights on business development to Best Lawyers following the 2019 Legal Marketing Association Annual Conference.

How to Vote With Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers Voting Process Explained

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Invited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.

What Are Lawyer Commendations?

Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent

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

Johnson Winter & Slattery

An Interview With Johnson Winter & Slattery

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Australia's 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree in Energy Law

Government Liability for Infrastructure

Government Liability for Crumbling Infrastructure

Joshua W. Glotzer

Across the country, infrastructure is failing

Can I Sue if a Dog Bites Me?

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?

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