The Doctrine of Equitable Tolling and Vaccine Claims
The limitations period for the filing of claims under the "Vaccine Act" has kept many from recovering for vaccine-related injuries. Still, claimants try to stretch the boundaries, offering varying reasons for why their cases should not be time-barred.
The Use of Learned Treatises in Med Mal Litigation
Although everyone knows that medical journal articles, textbooks and practice guidelines often offer powerful ammunition for the trial lawyer, the law surrounding the so-called "learned treatise doctrine" remains neither well settled nor universally applied.
Mediation and the Medical Malpractice Case
Because mediations are becoming more frequent ' and compulsory mediation is becoming the norm in certain venues ' counsel must increase their knowledge about how to use the process to achieve the best results for their clients.
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Hanging Ten on the Wave of Change
We're on a wave of change that shows no signs of cresting. Here's how to keep your balance.
Technology in Marketing: The Top 10 Firm Website Best Practices
Whether via Google, a referral, or other source, prospective clients come to your website to learn about your firm's experience and track record, and to determine whether your attorneys have the expertise to meet their needs.
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Client Speak: Client Feedback: Best Practices
Part One and Part Two of this article, which appeared in the July 2011 and September 2011 issues, respectively, discussed the nine components of <i>How</i> Client Feedback Best Practices. This last Part is devoted to the <i>By Whom</i> Best Practices.
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The Rule of the Five Ws Works in a Crisis
Today's highly charged media environment, whether it's social media or television reporters, means that a crisis plan is a priority for even the smaller law firm.
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