Insights: Results

The Compensation Situation

by Liz S. Washko

Pay discrimination has been outlawed for decades. Yet the issue has taken on new salience in recent years. Here’s what to know about compensation equity—and where the legal risk lies for companies.

Compelled to Compete

by 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?

The Parity Paradox

by Abigail Rowe

Will more women in law school mean more women in the law?

A Strange Look into Criminal Justice

by Eva Saviano

Dean Strang, renowned for his role in Making a Murderer, advocates tirelessly for the fair and just administration of criminal justice

The Struggle Is Real

by Justin Smulison

Businesses are overlooking state and federal laws when downsizing or closing operations, driving a tidal wave of class action lawsuits from former employees.

The State of Women Inventors

by Kate Rockwood and Amanda Hermans

What’s being done to improve the gender patent gap—and how attorneys can help.

Paid Leave

by Best Lawyers

Eight attorneys from across the country weigh in.

Progress and Potential

by Michele M. Jochner

Women have undeniably made great strides in our profession in recent decades, but much remains to be done. What’s the current state of the industry, what lies ahead—and what do lawyers (male and female alike) say are the most important issues going forward

Fair Enough: The “Fair Use” Defense to Trademark Infringement

by Maria Crimi Speth and Aaron Haar

There are two arguments for fair use in a trademark infringement case. Here's your guide to understanding both.

One of the Greatest Ever...

by Justin Smulison

Steve Yerrid, a top catastrophic injury lawyer, has secured over 300 verdicts of $1M+ and has been recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" multiple times in Tampa.

Honoring the Integrity of Best Lawyers’ Purely Peer Review Voting Process

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer sat down with attorney J. Keith Hyde of Provost Umphrey to discuss how peer review plays a role in building relationships and establishing accountability in the legal industry.

A Brilliant Career as a Champion for Justice

by Justin Smulison

Hall of Fame trial lawyer Steve Yerrid discusses how results in the courtroom can provide tremendous opportunities to improve the lives of our fellow citizens.

A Hall of Fame Career

by Justin Smulison

Revered as one of the nation’s best trial lawyers, trailblazing attorney Steve Yerrid reflects on some of his most significant achievements in more than four decades in the courtroom.

Giving Back to Others

by Justin Smulison

Powerhouse trial lawyer and three-time Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year”* Steve Yerrid stays true to his roots outside the courtroom by giving back to the community

Tackling the Dangers Student-Athletes Face

by Justin Smulison

Steve Yerrid discusses how his trailblazing advocacy for student-athlete safety helped create new protocols that have prevented injuries and saved lives.

Warriors for Change

by Justin Smulison

Obtaining outstanding results for clients, preventing harm to others.