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The Carrot and Stick

February 14, 2012 00:07

Code of Civil Procedure section 998 jurisprudence is a hot topic these days. Last month, the Fourth Appellate District directly addressed the issue of whether a defendant can recover the fees expended on a plaintiff’s expert when the plaintiff fails to obtain a more favorable award under...

Will Gay Marriage Laws Spread Across the US?

June 29, 2011 01:49

With the recent development in same-sex marriage in New York, many have now wondered, is it time for other states to follow suit and legalize gay marriage? Gay marriage in America has been a heated topic for years, drawing both political lines and religious lines for many Americans. There is some...

How the Wall Street Reform Act Impacts Affiliated Businesses

September 15, 2010 14:50

Foley & Lardner partner Jay Varon will serve as a speaker in an audio seminar sponsored by the Real Estate Services Providers Counsel, Inc. (RESPRO®). The program will feature discussions on: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau The “Ability to Repay” Standard...

Governor's Pick for Chief Justice; Something for Everyone?

July 22, 2010 17:33

Here's the first post written by the new addition to Archer Norris' appellate team, Gary A. Watt.   As you have probably heard by now, Chief Justice Ronald George made a surprise announcement last week; he is retiring. And now Governor Schwarzenegger has nominated Third District Justice...

Governor's Pick for Chief Justice; Something for Everyone?

July 22, 2010 17:33

Here's the first post written by the new addition to Archer Norris' appellate team, Gary A. Watt.   As you have probably heard by now, Chief Justice Ronald George made a surprise announcement last week; he is retiring. And now Governor Schwarzenegger has nominated Third District Justice...