The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), which has now been enacted in 49 states, has significantly reduced the number of interstate custody disputes. Practitioners may not, however, be aware of the process by which these uniform acts are promulgated.
Several items of key importance are discussed.
Is it permissible for a judge to become friends on a social media site with lawyers who appear before the judge? The comments to the rule do not address the issue, and there is disagreement among ethics committees in the various states with respect to this specific question.
When a lawsuit is settled, the clients cut a deal, the legal gladiators lay down their briefs, and everyone breathes a sigh of relief. But is that sigh premature?
This article provides some examples of how expert witnesses are used in bankruptcy court, and an overview of some issues that practitioners should be mindful of when working with experts in bankruptcy court.
This article underscores the necessity of understanding the importance of preserving evidence given the jurisdictional differences in spoliation law.
What is required to establish the minimum contacts necessary to exert specific personal jurisdiction over a foreign defendant in a forum state?
There are substantial legal risks associated with requiring employees to carry electronic handheld devices. Here's what employers need to do.
The classification of independent contractors is garnering increased attention at both state and federal agencies and courts. This article outlines some general guidelines based on recent state and federal court decisions.
