By Ian A. Stewart and Jana Farmer | April 9, 2020
Companies that address federal and state worker safety obligations could see fewer claims and fare better in litigation.
By Erwin Chemerinsky and Jennifer Mnookin | April 8, 2020
The deans of UC Berkeley and UCLA law schools write that it is exceedingly hard to imagine that by July it will be safe for students to sit closely together in gigantic test halls, nor is it likely to be feasible to implement appropriate physical distancing measures.
By Ethan A. Klingsberg, Paul M. Tiger and Tomas T.J. Rua | April 8, 2020
Competition to acquire privately-held startups continues to increase as cash-rich strategic acquirors from all sectors (including old-line industrial companies) and financial sponsors enshrine engagement in these transactions as a core part of their strategic plans.
By Suzanne H. Segal | April 7, 2020
Perhaps one of the few silver linings of this crisis is that it is occurring in an era of readily available virtual communication, through Zoom and similar technologies. This article discusses suggestions for holding effective Zoom mediations.
The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion
By Hugh A. Simons | April 6, 2020
Since writing that summer programs should be canceled, Hugh Simons has heard of alternative suggestions such as shortened programs or advance pay. He offers his take on those options.
The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion
By Hugh A. Simons | April 2, 2020
There is little point to having a summer program this year, Hugh Simons argues. He offers a path for firms to cancel their programs, some guesses as to who may be first to do it and what firms should offer summer associates in return.
By Michael Bond | March 26, 2020
In this age of COVID-19 where uncertainly abounds, the role of marketing communications (or marcom) messaging for lawyers and law firms is changing rapidly. This time is an opportunity to take stock internally and tackle some projects that have been gathering dust, while also being an essential resource for clients.
By Robyn Crowther and Ashwin Ram | March 21, 2020
An understanding of the regulatory framework surrounding price gouging is imperative for companies that may find it necessary to raise prices on regulated products during a crisis.
By Jay Greenberg | March 16, 2020
As recently as 10 years ago, the term "litigation finance" was more likely met with puzzled looks than an understanding nod in the United States.
By Jason Morris | March 13, 2020
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California deftly articulated employers' dilemma: "continue to utilize arbitration agreements and risk criminal and civil sanctions or avoid arbitration agreements for fear of non-compliance with a statute that is likely preempted" under the supremacy clause of the U.S. Constitution.
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