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Commission Weighs New Family Law-Related Acts

Mary Kay Kisthardt & Barbara Handschu

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.

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Verdicts

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

In-depth analysis of recent rulings.

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Drug & Device News

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Several items of key importance are discussed.

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My 'Friend,' the Judge

William R. Wright

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.

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Five Tips for Avoiding Settlement Traps

Bruce Ericson & Frederick Brodie

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?

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Practice Pointers for Working with Expert Witnesses in Bankruptcy Court

Christopher R. Harris & H. Gregory Baker

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.

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Practice Tip: Spoliation and the 'Bad Faith' Requirement

Josh Becker & Jenny Mendelsohn

This article underscores the necessity of understanding the importance of preserving evidence given the jurisdictional differences in spoliation law.

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Navigating the Stream of Commerce in the Wake of Nicastro

Daniel J. Herling & Amy Blackwood

What is required to establish the minimum contacts necessary to exert specific personal jurisdiction over a foreign defendant in a forum state?

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Electronic Handheld Devices

Karla Grossenbacher

There are substantial legal risks associated with requiring employees to carry electronic handheld devices. Here's what employers need to do.

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Independent Contractor Classification

Rosanna Sattler, Nancy Puleo & James E. Kruzer

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.

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