Insights: Results

What the Harvard Trial Means for Affirmative Action

by John Saxon

Students for Fair Admissions is challenging Harvard's policy of holistic admissions—and might change the future of affirmative action.

Discretion under Fire

by Charles F. Seemann III

ERISA plan fiduciaries face new challenges to their decision-making.

The Top Employment Cases of 2017 and a Sneak Peek at 2018

by Nonnie L. Shivers

Major employment law decisions in 2017 preview big changes ahead in workplace rights, arbitration, and discrimination law.

Don’t Cross the Line

by John R. Mitchell and Mira Aftim

Settlement negotiations tend to instigate the most zealous advocacy among attorneys. But how far is “too far?”, and when can settlement demands turn into extortion?

Loaded Arguments

by Justin Smulison

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

History Eraser

by Gregory Sirico

Penguin Random House and several other major book publishing houses filed litigation against Florida education leaders who recently passed a book ban law.

Biometric Points of Contention

by Gregory Sirico

The collection of individuals' biometric data via smartphones, facial recognition software and more—presents a challenge to consumers, lawyers and legislators.

Asian Countries Join Worldwide Child Protective Treaty

by Stephen J. Cullen

After several years of negotiations, the treaty—the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction—came into existence.

Jason Sneed, Charlotte “Lawyer of the Year” for Trademark Law 2017

by Nicole Ortiz

Jason Sneed of SNEED PLLC weighs in on his work and achievements in trademark law.

Tax Implications of Divorce: Eight Common Issues to Consider When Negotiating Your Divorce Settlement

by P. Lindley Bain

Managing Partner P. Lindley Bain shares common tax issues that you should discuss with a qualified tax professional prior to reaching a final divorce settlement.

On Writing, Briefly

by Wanda McKee Fowler

Legal writing has a (sometimes justifiably) bad reputation. To ensure that your briefs are clear and elegant, keep in mind these five rules used by children’s-book authors—who know a few things about keeping a distracted reader engaged.

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.

Tribal Sovereignty or Discrimination?

by Janice Zhou

The Indian Child Welfare Act was designed to help keep Native American children from being adopted outside their tribes. Now it’s under threat.

Flag Desecration as "Speech"

by Martin B. Margulies

A burning issue.

Your Own Best Self

by Frank L. Branson

For trial lawyers who seek to convince a jury—which would be all of us—the key is to be yourself, establish your credibility and then do nothing to undermine the trust you’ve built up.

Biometric Privacy: It’s Not Just an Illinois Issue

by Molly K. McGinley and Kenn Brotman

How BIPA Litigation May Impact Companies Outside of Illinois