Kristie Rearick

September 19, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

A recent appellate decision, to be sure unreported and therefore not binding, raises the interesting question of what a person must do to "incur" a cost. The person in question was a law firm and this is an "environmental law practice" column, so the question may be doubly interesting.

By David G. Mandelbaum

7 minute read

September 19, 2024 | Legaltech News

Despite decades of sophisticated technological advancements, hourly billing has proven remarkably resilient. However, with the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), that may finally change.

By Nicole Black, MyCase

5 minute read

September 18, 2024 | Daily Business Review

House Bill 799 was signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis and became effective on June 26, 2024. Through this legislation, codified in Section 704.09 of the Florida Statutes, the Florida Legislature created a new tool by which property owners can ensure the use of real property matches their expectations. But, will it become the subject of litigation?

By John J. Campo, Carlee G. Mattison and L. Ben Alexander Jr.

9 minute read

September 18, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Social media creeps into the practice of law in many ways. We must be cognizant of our own use of social media and that of our clients.

By Alesia S. Sulock and Josh J.T. Byrne

6 minute read

September 18, 2024 | Daily Business Review

If you have children who will be 18 by Election Day, now is a perfect time to encourage them to register to vote and spark discussions about democracy, civic duty, the significance of voting, and having their voices heard. Here are a few ideas for turning this day into a family-oriented event that instills the value of civic participation in your children, regardless of their age.

By Rebecca L. Palmer

4 minute read

September 18, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Lawyers, as part of the social contract between the legal profession and the community, should help people understand the laws and procedures that impact their daily lives. Attorneys should aspire to serve their communities with their legal skill in meaningful ways.

By Jeffrey D. Harvey

6 minute read

September 17, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Can I sue the drafting attorney for failing to effectuate a testator's unexecuted intents that would have otherwise rendered me a beneficiary?

By Matthew B. Weisberg

2 minute read

September 17, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Note taking by jurors is well accepted by most courts with some limited instructions by the trial judge. The practice of permitting jurors to question trial witnesses has received limited acceptance by the courts.

By Peter Vaira

6 minute read

September 17, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

This year marks a departure from the previous dominance of the Washington State Privacy Act (WPA) framework, signaling a shift in how states approach privacy protection.

By Coraleine J. Kitt

8 minute read

September 17, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Changes in the world of noncompetition agreements (noncompetes) have been particularly prevalent in recent weeks, most notably including court activity barring the Federal Trade Commission's new noncompete ban and Pennsylvania's new law restricting the use of certain noncompetes for health care practitioners.

By Stephen A. Antonelli and Alexandra G. Farone

5 minute read