Insights: Results

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.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Preparation and Filing of Sensitive Tax and Information Returns, and the Practitioner’s Dilemma

by Richard J. Sapinski

Richard J. Sapinski and Eric L. Green discuss defending someone under investigation in a criminal tax case and examine how these cases can get complicated by “sensitive tax returns.

Changes and Challenges

by Megan Norris

As the pandemic ebbs and many people return to the office, midsize law firms in particular must navigate a host of unprecedented questions about costs, culture and client expectations.

Teamwork and Strategy

by Justin Smulison

In 2018, Block O'Toole & Murphy continued to secure multimillion-dollar results for injured victims and workers.

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

Strategy and Resilience

by Justin Smulison

Easton & Easton partners discuss how innovating during 2020’s uncertainty led to stronger injury cases, new practice areas, and greater success.

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.

Contracts and Translations

by Christian Ray Pilares

Working with manufacturers in China can be profitable but challenging. Third party services like law firms and translation services can be helpful.

Rights and Wrongs

by Shannon Pierce

Antidiscrimination enforcement agencies, both federal and state, are likely going to be highly active in the next five years. Are Nevada businesses ready?

Cryptocurrency and Divorce

by Crystal Espinosa Buit

One lawyer explains how cryptocurrency, the fastest growing investment form, can impact assets in a divorce and why it should not be ignored in divorce proceedings.

Divide and Conquer

by Kathryn A. Graves

The practice of family law has changed substantially in recent decades. How is it different—and how does that affect the lawyers who specialize in it?

Enhancing Consumer Safety Through Winning Jury Trials and Substantial Settlements

by Justin Smulison

Firm founder and lead trial lawyer James P. Frantz discusses how landmark victories in litigation and trial protect consumers.

Salvi & Maher, LLP: Illinois and Wisconsin's Personal Injury Firm

by Justin Smulison

For over 35 years, Salvi & Maher LLP has represented clients across Illinois and Wisconsin in personal injury cases, including medical malpractice, auto accidents and trucking litigation.

Pre and Postnuptial Agreements

by Kelly A. Scott

Family law lawyer Kelly Scott explains what both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are and how they can impact a divorce.

Fighting Goliath—And Winning

by Johanna Marmon

Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath holds corporate America’s and the insurance industry’s feet to the fire in its quest for justice and consumer safety.

Clear and Unmistakable Uncertainty

by Joseph J. Brennan and William D. Edwards

MV Transportation and the battle over the contract coverage test.