Insights: Results

COVID-19 and a Cloud of Dust

by John J. Song and Theodore M. Becker

Think ERISA health plan litigation was convoluted before? The pandemic—and future pathogens such as the monkeypox virus currently causing consternation among health authorities worldwide—will further upend the legal landscape as new regulations and statutes take effect.

The New Era for Health Care Services in the United States

by Bobby Guy & Brook Bailey

The future of Obamacare is unclear, and what U.S. health care will look like when the political fuss is over is an inquiry punctuated by a very large question mark.

Patent (Win) Pending

by Morgan Chu and Rebecca Carson

In every court proceeding, patent litigation included, there will be a winner and a loser. Everyone wants to win, but half lose. Why?

OSHA Officially Increases Civil Penalties by 78 Percent

by John F. Martin

Under the interim rule, the maximum penalties for workplace safety violations issued by OSHA will spike by 78.16 percent, effective August 1, 2016.

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.

The Future of Litigation Is Changing for Female Solicitors in the U.K.

by Catherine Baksi

The support of entire law firms, organizations and senior counsel members will be the key to encouraging female solicitors and positive change in the industry.

High-Profile Litigation in 2021

by Justin Smulison

Easton & Easton accepted a catastrophic brain injury case in 2017 that other firms rejected. Their perseverance will likely lead to a substantial multimillion-dollar resolution.

The Globalization of the Loan Market

by Linda Curtis, Stewart Ross, and Amy Kennedy

It remains a relevant question as to whether any market will ever completely drop its resistance to incorporating terms to which it is not accustomed.

The Unwritten Rules of Family Law

by Aaron D. Bundy

While there are many skilled attorneys, only veteran Family Law attorneys can know the best rules of thumb for specific circumstances that will help their clients.

Striking a Balance

by Cecily T. Barclay

As you navigate your legal career, regular honest assessments of your professional, personal, and civic responsibilities and achievements will help you make the most of each.

Electric Vehicles and Zoning Laws

by Aaron S. Evenchik and Robert A. Cooper

As electric vehicles become more common among drivers, so too will charging stations, both in abundance and location. Where these stations are placed, though, could present several challenges and potential impacts on zoning laws.

Tragedy in the Skies: The Boeing 737 Max Crashes

by Robert A. Clifford

Boeing's gamble on safety came at a high price. Families of crash victims and the public wonder if accountability and safety will return as the airline manufacturer's priority.

Colorado Broadens Scope of Workers’ Comp, but There’s More to Be Done

by Nick Fogel

When the law goes into effect in July, Colorado will join 32 other states in allowing PTSD claims for first responders without a physical component to the claim.

Competitive Balance

by David Feldman and Peter Flynn

Major amendments to Canada’s Competition Act were rushed through Parliament this June with scarcely any debate. They will likely have enormous antitrust ramifications—and businesses had better be ready.

Immigration Pathways in the United States

by Versfeld & Hugo

Leon Versfeld knows firsthand how challenging obtaining a visa can be. Whether your path to residency involves investments, employment or athletic accolades, Versfeld & Hugo will guide you through every step.

The Carbon Conundrum

by Martin Hamer

Companies that trade internationally might soon face a “carbon tariff” when importing certain goods into the European Union. Why is the EU doing this—and how will it affect world trade?