Matthew Eisenstein, Robert J. Katerberg, and Michael A. Rubin | Arnold & Porter LLP | October 23, 2015 The new amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure take effect on December 1, 2015. They will apply to newly filed actions, as well as pending actions “insofar as just and practicable.” Below are five areas… Continue reading Five things to Know about the Upcoming Amendments to the Rules of Civil Procedure
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Important Changes to the Federal Rules are Almost Here
October 13, 2015 On December 1, 2015, amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure adopted by the United States Supreme Court will be effective (absent action by Congress). The amendments to the Rules should be duly noted by litigation practitioners as certain of the amended rules appear to represent an increased focus on limiting… Continue reading Important Changes to the Federal Rules are Almost Here
Construction Litigation, and How to Avoid It.
Lawsuits about construction defects are a big burden to the homebuilding industry. This is especially true of class action litigation. Of course, good design and construction will substantially reduce the risk of a lawsuit. Construction attorney Douglas Folk explains the problems and pitfalls in home construction and how they can be minimized in this report.… Continue reading Construction Litigation, and How to Avoid It.
10 ways to control litigation costs in challenging economic times
Litigation costs management has become a significant concern to corporations, particularly in this challenging economic environment. Effective litigation management is not only key to reducing costs but to achieving timely and desirable results. The following are some ideas for achieving efficient litigation management: Aggressive initial case evaluation: A detailed analysis of the merits of a… Continue reading 10 ways to control litigation costs in challenging economic times
Property Damage Claims and Getting the Most for Your Client
Advise & Consult, Inc. | September 17, 2015 Insurance claims are quite often some of the more fiercely debated disputes in law. Those debates are only compounded when they are property damage claims. Knowing what you clients’ rights are and what you can and need to fight for will go a long ways. Knowing how… Continue reading Property Damage Claims and Getting the Most for Your Client