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In Search of Intangible Asset Value

Michael J. Raymond

In the light of <i>Keane</i>,a first step to successfully arguing that business income should be excluded from consideration for maintenance is to demonstrate that the business value includes some intangible component.

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Med Mal News

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Two recent items of importance.

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Verdicts

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In-depth analysis of recent rulings.

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Drug & Device News

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Several items of key importance are discussed.

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Understanding the Basics of Nursing Home Negligence Matters

Brandon Swartz

Nursing-home negligence claims are on the rise. Here are the types of claims are most plaintiff attorneys likely to see, and some of the basics they should know about them.

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Social Security Determinations

Janice G. Inman

In a medical malpractice litigation, should a Social Security Administration (SSA) determination of disability be admitted as evidence? A look at a recent court case.

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The Conflict over Medicare's 'Full Reimbursement' Rule

David Axelrad & Robert Wright

If the Medicare beneficiary compromises the tort claim and recovers a reduced amount from the tortfeasor for medical expenses,is the government entitled to full reimbursement of its Medicare payments, or is it entitled (like its beneficiary) to only a proportionate recovery from the settlement?

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Movers & Shakers

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Who's doing what; who's going where.

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Why Should We Tolerate 'Jerks' in Our Law Firms?

William C. Cobb & and Terry W. Conner

Over the past three years of tough times, many law firms have put up with "jerks" in their partnership ranks in order to hold on to the portfolios of work controlled by those people. But there are ramifications to this decision, as seen by the departure of some great and traditionally strong law firms from the legal map.

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Law Firm Business Plan Basics

Susan C. Finelli

When you are starting a new practice it is essential that you first have a viable Business Plan in place. Even if your firm has been up and running for years, a fresh look back to business plan basics can help your bottom line tremendously.

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