Uncovering the Inner 'Intrapreneur' in Law Firms
August 02, 2015
One of the most pervasive impacts on law firms is the need for sustained continuous change. Change is never easy. Continuous change is harder and particularly so in conservative profession like law. Here enters the business case for law firm intrapreneur programs!
Understanding and Avoiding Health Care Fraud Enforcement
August 02, 2015
In March 2015, the DOJ and HHS released their annual joint report to Congress on the Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program (HCFAC) detailing monetary recoveries, return on investment and enforcement actions for fiscal year (FY) 2014, which ended on Sept. 30, 2014. Herein is a discussion of the report.
Med Mal News
August 02, 2015
Discussion of a case in which the TX Medical Board's restrictions on telemedicine brought on a lawsuit.
How Do You Know When Your Loss Ensues?
August 02, 2015
This two-part article provides an overall review of ensuing loss provisions and their application by courts across the United States. In Part One, we discussed, among other things, Specific Exclusions. This month, we continue the discussion about Faulty Workmanship Exclusions.
Take Credit for Your Work: ROI for Marketing Directors
August 02, 2015
How much money should firms spend on marketing? Instead of simply choosing a percentage based on conventional wisdom, this article shows you three simple calculations to use when you're trying to determine how much money your firm should spend on marketing.
<b><i>Social Media Scene:</i></b> Stand Out and Grow Your Firm with This Social Media Routine
August 02, 2015
We are in an online economy where traditional marketing tactics are falling short of meeting the expectations of highly mobile users who expect transparency and accessibility from the businesses with which they deal. For law firms, transparency can present some challenges, but accessibility is a challenge your social media presence can overcome with a focused effort on your part.
The Latest on 'Disparaging' Names, Trademark Rights
August 02, 2015
The Washington Redskins football team has vowed to fight a federal district judge's recent order cancelling the team's federal trademark registrations as likely disparaging to Native Americans. The team's planned appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit sets up a second showdown in federal appeals courts over the government's ability to cancel or deny trademark registrations based on content.
Using <i>Daubert</i> on Cross-Examination
August 02, 2015
This article addresses recent indications that <I>Daubert</I> is gaining ground in New York, as well as its current utility as a potent weapon on cross-examination of expert witnesses who are such common fixtures in the domestic relations courtroom.
<b><i>In the Spotlight:</i></b>Three Insurance Provisions That Should Not Be Overlooked
August 02, 2015
Attorneys may spend hours negotiating and drafting expense clauses, use provisions and offset rights, but often ignore the insurance provisions as mere "boilerplate." However, although claims on insurance sections are rarely implemented, the reality is that a poorly drafted insurance section can have severe detrimental effects and significant cost implications for a client.
