Insights: Results

U.S. Steps up Efforts to Review Social Media Use by Immigrants and Visitors

by Bradley L. Ortman

Last month, the DHS implemented a new rule to systematize its efforts to monitor social media use of intending immigrants and travelers to the United States.

Chain Migration Solutions Desperately in Search of a Problem

by Aaron C. Hall

The White House insists that any new law giving Dreamers a permanent place in the United States also stop what it refers to as the chain migration problem.

Announcing the 13th Edition of Best Lawyers Rankings in the United Kingdom

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is proud to announce the newest edition of legal rankings in the United Kingdom, marking the 13th consecutive edition of awards in the country.

Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom

by Best Lawyers

The 2022 Best Lawyers list highlights more than 5,400 UK lawyers excelling in 83 practice areas, with 244 earning “Lawyer of the Year” honors.

Should We Eliminate the H-1B Cap?

by Roxanne H. Levine

The United States’ H-1B visa program has helped foster growth in the U.S. while also placing severe limitations on visas. It may be time to consider eliminating the program cap altogether.

This Land Is . . . Someone’s Land: Recent Disputes Involving Energy Transition Projects

by Meghan Dawson McElvy

Recent growth in renewable energy and energy transition projects across the United States has sparked disputes among a variety of interested parties—and augurs plenty of contentious litigation in the years ahead.

Victory for The Slants and Redskins

by Carol Steinour Young and Emily Hart

On June 19, 2017, the United States Supreme Court settled the issue of whether an offensive name—in this case, an Asian-American rock band called “The Slants”—can properly be registered as a trademark.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch – The Future of Legal Talent Looks Bright

by Justin Smulison

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch is launching its second edition in the United States, and after talking with both a company leader and esteemed lawyers on the list, the importance of this prestigious list is evident.

Employment Entanglements

by Justin Smulison

As the United States approaches its third summer against the backdrop of the coronavirus, employers and employees still find themselves in a Gordian Knot of interconnected labor and employment challenges, with no clear way to untangle them all.

Getting Schooled

by Janice Zhou

Public-education policy is fraught throughout the United States, and Texas is certainly no different. Two leading education lawyers weigh in on accountability, resource inequities, and why “teaching to the test” has been a bad deal for kids.

The Paris Agreement: A Global Turning Point in Climate Action

by Marie-Léonie Vergnerie

When the world (almost) united to fight climate change.

Medical Malpractice Across New York and New Jersey

by Jeff S. Korek and Michael A. Fruhling

Key differences between the two states.

When Being 17 Really Is a Crime

by Bryan Driscoll

Why harsh juvenile justice laws are making a comeback in some states.

Understanding the Affirmative Defense of Duress in Arizona

by Craig Orent

How states determine the use of this specific criminal defense.

Loaded Arguments

by Justin Smulison

The historic Sandy Hook settlement may set precedent for future liability, while some states loosen their gun laws.

Radical Change in New England’s Legal Landscape

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers weighs in on the latest regulatory developments fresh out of New England, covering stories from states including Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont.