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The Evolving Reproductive Landscape

by Justin Smulison

The Supreme Court’s thunderclap Dobbs decision sent abortion policy nationwide into utterly unfamiliar terrain. The ruling also has a colossal effect on surrogates, intended parents and anyone involved in family planning given the patchwork of state laws likely to emerge. What’s a family law attorney to do?

Accommodation Reigns

by Kara E. Shea and J. Lott Warren

A recent 6th Circuit Court decision could have big implications for employers who don’t follow reasonable-accommodation standards within disability and medical-leave law to the letter.

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.

New York In the Law

by Gregory Sirico

Courts in the New York area have continued to hear cases, many of them years-long battles that are still ongoing. Here is a look at some recent court cases.

Southern California in the Law

by Gregory Sirico

Courts in Southern California have continued to hear cases, many of them years-long battles that are still ongoing. Here is a look at some recent court cases in Southern California.

Opioid Settlement Clears One Obstacle, but There Is More To Go

by Rasha Aly

A recent court settlement is requiring a family most notable for their production of Oxycontin to pay billions to recovery organizations, a huge win in the battle against the opioid crises plaguing the country.

Inoculation Disputation

by Justin Smulison

Vaccine uptake has become one of the most contentious issues in American life. Divorced parents who disagree about it are creating a welter of new custody cases in family court—and precedent is scarce.

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in North Carolina?

by Bill Powers

Checkpoints are one of the few legal issues regularly argued in court where there has been no obvious violation of the law and further, there is no “reasonable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot.

Oklahoma Finds Tort-Reform Statute Unconstitutional

by T. Luke Abel

The Beason family had a strong case, and the jury responded by awarding them a sizable payout. But, the court invoked a tort-reform statute that capped the family's winnings, much to the surprise of the jury.

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.

Diana Santa Maria: Founder, Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A.

by Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria

A Commitment to Excellence and a Passion for Justice

Steve Yerrid, a Career as One of America’s Top Trial Lawyers

by Eva Saviano

His stellar legal accomplishments and courtroom records speak for themselves.

Securing Justice in the Aftermath of Tragedy

by Justin Smulison

Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder has always fought for truth. In 2022, the firm exposed how an infamous opportunist weaponized lies and misinformation at the expense of families still grieving those taken in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. After several years in and out of the courtroom, the firm’s advocacy resulted a historic $1.4 billion verdict in Connecticut's Superior Court.

Notable Legal News and Recognition from Tampa

by Best Lawyers

Firefighter’s cancer claim, trademark battles and law firm shifts highlight a dynamic week in Tampa’s legal scene.

The Redistricting Fight Over Florida’s District 16

by Bryan Driscoll

And what comes next.

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.