Getting Your News from Twitter: Tips From a Reporter
We asked a local reporter to recommend journalists for attorneys to follow on Twitter. Here’s what they shared: If you managed to stay off Twitter for more than an hour in April and May,...
Monthly Archive: August 2018
Infographic: Why Work on Wellness
We talk a lot about wellness, but what are the true benefits to our practice of getting fit? This infographic explains.
Why Diverse Perspectives Matter: Lessons from the FinTech Frontier
By Michael Dallo For certified tax law specialists in California such as myself, it is imperative to stay up to date and at the forefront of emerging tax issues. One major emerging sector is...
Starting In-House: Pros and Cons
By Denise Davila What fascinates me the most about being a lawyer is the versatility aspect of the career. As a lawyer you can do more than just work at a law firm. While...
Ethically Withdrawing from Representation
By Carole Buckner Properly withdrawing from representation pursuant to applicable rules, ethics opinions and case law can reduce the risk of a legal malpractice claim. On November 1, 2018, California’s revised Rules of Professional...
The New “Candor” Rule — A Changed Landscape
By Edward McIntyre On November 1, 2018, all California lawyers face a challenge. New and revised Rules of Professional Conduct become effective. “Trick or treat” the day after Halloween. Although the primary purpose of...
In the Race
How racing cars helps me keep my practice on track By Jenifer Swanson Since the very first time I went to a vintage car race as a little girl with my dad, I have...
Arbitration Provisions and the Impact of the Epic Systems Decision
By Sreelekha Haridas Maruthur In a recent (and long-awaited) decision, the Supreme Court ruled on the enforceability of arbitration agreements containing class and collective action waivers of wage and hour disputes. In Epic Systems Corp. v....
Lemon Law: Basic Info and Key Terms
You may have heard of “Lemon Law,” but do you know what it means and entails? Here is some basic information to help you out: Throughout the United States, according to the Consumer Federation...
Shattering Expectations
When Employees’ Bad Behavior Gets Posted On Social Media By Hali Anderson By now, most of us have heard of the now-infamous Google Memo. Authored by James Damore, a former engineer for Google, the...