Insights: Results

The Impact of Duran on the Certification Process in Wage and Hour Class Actions

by Tim Freudenberger and Nancy Lubrano

In May 2014, class action defense attorney Tim Freudenberger from Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP, obtained a very favorable decision from the California Supreme Court in Duran v. U.S. Bank Nat. Assn., 59 Cal. 4th 1 (2014).

Six Tips for a Successful Mediation

by Judge Michael E. Riley and Pullman & Comley

Mediation encourages open dialogue and allows parties to express their concerns, fostering a collaborative atmosphere to reach resolutions efficiently.

The Great Debate: Do You Arbitrate Commercial Disputes?

by David K. Taylor

In a civil case, is it wiser for a business to try to persuade the counterparty to agree from the outset to arbitration—or potentially to place its very solvency in the unpredictable hands of a judge and jury?

Resilience and Success

by Justin Smulison

Burg Simpson secured favorable results in 2021 and also strategically expanded to ensure its future and provide more personalized service to its clients nationwide.

Bruce W. Ficken, Philadelphia's "Lawyer of the Year" for Construction Law 2017

by Nicole Ortiz

"We’re not in the business of making mountains out of molehills. We try to make molehills out of mountains."

Goldstein, Rikon, Rikon & Houghton, P.C.

by Best Lawyers

Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

Social Media and Other Innovations Are Jarring the Judiciary

by Michelle V. Rafter

Judge Shira A. Scheindlin means it when she says social media is “totally disrupting the court system.”

Strength in Numbers: When Partnering Up May Be Best in Whistleblower Litigation

by Justin Smulison

Whistleblower claims make headlines when they result in multimillion-dollar settlements. But the journey to the courtroom is characterized by complexity and requires time and resources. Bienert Katzman Littrell Williams partner and The Best Lawyers in America awardee Michael R. Williams discusses when and why partnerships between counsel will strengthen whistleblower litigation.

Unwrapping Shrinkflation

by Justin Smulison

What is Shrinkflation?

Thomson Rogers: Toronto Personal Injury Lawyers

by Thomson Rogers

Since establishment in 1935, Toronto-based firm Thomson Rogers has consistently delivered results for their clients struggling through complex litigation.

Patricia Brown Holmes: The Attorney Behind Jussie Smollett's Case

by Best Lawyers

Patricia Brown Holmes had a celebrated career long before she began defending Jussie Smollett.

Choosing a Car Accident Lawyer in Florida

by Sagi Shaked

If you were injured in an accident, it’s important to choose the right lawyer for your case. A car accident lawyer can help negotiate fair settlements and provide legal guidance. Here are five things to consider when choosing a car accident attorney.

The Breadwinner

by Courtney E. Ervin

Two lawyers, one big life decision: How my husband and I are working to eradicate the stigma of putting my career first.

A Historic Agreement in the Aftermath of Tragedy

by Justin Smulison

Two-time “Lawyer of the Year” Daniel J.T. Sciano represented plaintiffs from the 2017 Sutherland Springs shooting, finally reaching an agreement to settle with the U.S. Department of Justice this year. Sciano offers insight on how stronger laws can prevent repeat tragedies.

Sarah R. London: Standing Up to Injustice Since Day One

by Justin Smulison

The Girard Sharp partner on steering multi-million-dollar litigation, and what it took to remain in the pilot seat while overcoming her own health challenges.

Demanding Accountability in Transportation Safety and Beyond

by The Law Offices of Frank L. Branson

How the Law Offices of Frank L. Branson Achieve Results on Behalf of their Clients