Though we tend to think that good writing never changes, writing in many parts of the legal and business worlds has probably changed more in the last decade than in any comparable period over the last five centuries. Those who fail to adapt will pay the consequences.
Last month, the author discussed a hypothetical medical malpractice case in which a dermopathologist midread a patient's pathology slide and then reported that no evidence of cancer was found. The discussion concludes herein.
The time has come for medical malpractice expert causation testimony to fall in line with that employed in toxic tort cases, rightfully valuing proven scientific conclusions over experience-based expert opinion.
Partnerships are viable and sustainable only if there is a consistent and sufficient earnings stream to attract talent to the firm. This is accomplished when all timekeepers are personally productive and profitable.
Even skilled criminal defense attorneys may unwittingly permit their clients to enter guilty pleas that could impair their client's medical license.
Is the non-admissibility of conversations that occur during settlement negotiations actually that immutable? The answer is, No.
In New York, usually the most important factor to consider when guessing at the ultimate award is this: Which judge will get the case?
The value of Divorce Funding for anyone facing the daunting prospect of enormous legal fees is clear; it ensures that clients can afford to litigate if necessary.
This article is the second of two that address the ways in which education, training, and experience in providing health services often creates a cognitive box from which practitioners must extricate themselves if they wish to perform forensic services.
Lawyers who are looking to advance their careers and who want to build business should not underestimate the power of using social media to raise their visibility.
