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Supreme Court further Restricts Where Plaintiffs Can Sue in Mass Torts

by Gregory Bubalo and Katherine A. Dunnington

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court of California will significantly impact the plaintiffs’ choices of forums for the filing of mass torts actions.

We Have an Arbitration Agreement, So What Are We Doing in Court?

by Patricia H. Thompson

Arbitration is meant to avoid litigation, not cause it. But vague or flawed contract language can lead parties straight to court—and years of delay.

Managing Expert Evidence: Court Appointed Referees in Complex Proceedings

by Joseph Barbaro

An examination of how Victorian courts are increasingly using expert referees in technical disputes to assist with the management of evidence and proceedings.

Pilot Project Aims to Expedite Discovery in Federal Court

by Robert A. Clifford

Discovery has become more expansive in litigation, despite the fact that the vast majority of civil cases settle before trial.

Pennsylvania Court Ruling Could Close School Funding Gap

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the current legislative battle to close the Pennsylvania school funding gap.

Kevin Miner - Atlanta 2021 Lawyer of the Year

by Best Lawyers

Immigration Law Atlanta, Georgia

RTO Tariffs and Market Protocols–Will the Supreme Court Limit Chevron Deference?

by Lyle D. Larson

Looking at the future of Chevron deference following Kennedy's unexpected departure.

Supreme Court Opens New Door for Personal Injury Claims Under RICO

by Bryan Driscoll

The litigation landscape is rapidly shifting

Supreme Court Is Poised to Endorse ‘Implied Certification’ in FCA Cases

by R. Scott Oswald

If a government supplier quietly ignores vital rules but still bills taxpayers as if it had complied, can it be held liable under the federal False Claims Act — even if it never directly lies about its compliance?

Eighth Circuit Methodically Rejects Plaintiff’s Allegations of Pretext in Age Discrimination Case

by Andrew E. Tanick

On March 1, 2017, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an important decision affirming summary judgment in an age discrimination claim under the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

3 Factors a Florida Homeowner Should Consider Before Taking an Insurance Company to Court

by Best Lawyers

Insurance cases in Florida can be complex. Issues related to insurance regulations have created an especially combative environment.

America’s Favorite Pastime: The Talk of the Town and the Courtroom

by MaKenli Ladd

Major League Baseball's disapproval of new voting legislation in Georgia is facing harsh criticism after they opted to move out of the state.

Presumption of Parentage

by Lauren Marciano

Family law lawyer Lauren Marciano discusses a pending landmark Supreme Court decision in Oklahoma that will impact LGBTQIA+ couples seeking assisted reproduction.

Rental House of Cards

by Tyler D’Angelo

The pandemic devastated uncountable businesses worldwide. A recent court case involving some of Canada’s most venerable companies and pension funds sheds light on the stringency of the country’s commercial leases—and the judiciary’s reluctance to meddle in sophisticated commercial contracts amid a “black swan” event.

Decades of Excellence

by Justin Smulison

The powerhouse firm Lubin & Meyer continues to maintain its position of dominance in the fields of medical malpractice law and catastrophic personal injury litigation.

The Advantages of Collaborative Divorce for Families

by Best Lawyers

Collaborative divorce is a cooperative alternative to a possibly contentious, court-focused divorce process. Learn more about collaborative divorce here.