Legal News 09/2019
Ghosn's lawyer says Tokyo prosecutors lack impartiality
Ghosn's lawyer says Tokyo prosecutors lack impartiality Japan TodayThe French lawyer of former auto titan Carlos Ghosn, currently under house arrest in Tokyo, has attacked Japanese prosecutors for an alleged lack of impartiality ... (Sep 1, 2019, Japan Today)
Overstock's CEO made big claims about his role in the 'Deep State' Russia investigation. Here's what we know and don't know.
Overstock's CEO made big claims about his role in the 'Deep State' Russia investigation. Here's what we know and don't know. Salt Lake TribuneEven for a known bomb-thrower like Patrick Byrne, the former CEO of Utah-based Overstock.com, the allegations are explosive. The 56-year-old founder of the ... (Sep 1, 2019, Salt Lake Tribune)
Representing a trustee who is also a beneficiary, but not the only beneficiary
Representing a trustee who is also a beneficiary, but not the only beneficiary JD SupraIn Janus as a Client: Ethical Obligations When Your Client Plays Two Roles in One Fiduciary Estate, 44 ACTEC L. J. 223 (Summer 2019), it is suggested that ... (Sep 1, 2019, JD Supra)
Valley With a Heart rallies riders for good causes
Valley With a Heart rallies riders for good causes Wilkes Barre Times-LeaderNEWPORT TWP. — For three years Angela Evans has volunteered her time each Labor Day weekend to help Valley With A Heart. This year, the organization is ... (Sep 1, 2019, Wilkes Barre Times-Leader)
Video | news.com.au — Australia's #1 news site
Video | news.com.au — Australia's #1 news site NEWS.com.auWatch the Latest News.com.au Videos including Featured News Videos and Sports Videos and News Highlights. View more News.com.au Videos and Breaking ... (Sep 2, 2019, NEWS.com.au)
Nuts and Bolts of the IG Report on Comey: Correcting Misconceptions
Nuts and Bolts of the IG Report on Comey: Correcting Misconceptions Just SecurityIf Comey violated his NDA, and if one of the memos he gave his attorneys contained classified information, why did DOJ decline to prosecute? (Sep 3, 2019, Just Security)
Immigration an explosive issue in coming election
Immigration an explosive issue in coming election The Lawyer's DailyThe 2019 federal election is expected to take place on or before Oct. 21, 2019. Over the next three months, as the parties prepare their platforms and promises, ... (Sep 3, 2019, The Lawyer's Daily)
Successful IP Associate Checklist: Breadth (Part I)
Successful IP Associate Checklist: Breadth (Part I) Above the LawAcquiring breadth of experience as an IP associate bears important fruit later in a lawyer's career. (Sep 3, 2019, Above the Law)
4 Critical Questions to Ask a Criminal Lawyer Before Hiring Them
4 Critical Questions to Ask a Criminal Lawyer Before Hiring Them Baltimore Post-ExaminerLooking to hire a criminal lawyer for you or a loved one's case? Make sure to check this list out so you would know what to ask them during the interview. (Sep 4, 2019, Baltimore Post-Examiner)
A guide to LawInSport's 5th Annual Conference Understand The Rules Of The Game 2019
A guide to LawInSport's 5th Annual Conference Understand The Rules Of The Game 2019 LawInSportOn the 12th &13th September LawInSport will host our 5th Annual Conference - Understand The Rules Of The Game 2019TM. Whether you are attending or ... (Sep 4, 2019, LawInSport)
Advice Columnist Counsels Law Students As Only Someone With No Law School Experience Can
Advice Columnist Counsels Law Students As Only Someone With No Law School Experience Can Above the LawGenerally speaking, newspaper advice columns do a good job of providing some solace to people facing difficult situations and looking for some genuine ... (Sep 4, 2019, Above the Law)
Not News? New Video Shows Why Blasey Ford Spoke Out and Accused Kavanaugh
Not News? New Video Shows Why Blasey Ford Spoke Out and Accused Kavanaugh NewsBustersThe Daily Caller posted new video today of the lawyer for Christine Blasey Ford saying that putting “an asterisk next to” Justice Brett Kavanaugh's name before ... (Sep 4, 2019, NewsBusters)
Greg Craig found not guilty in Mueller spinoff case
Greg Craig found not guilty in Mueller spinoff case Vox.comThe case was about whether he made false statements to investigators about years-old work for Ukraine's government. (Sep 4, 2019, Vox.com)
Should Lawyers Have Their Own Version Of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' For Law School 'Pedigree'?
Should Lawyers Have Their Own Version Of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' For Law School 'Pedigree'? Above the Law'Pedigree' shouldn't and doesn't matter. What matters is the kind of lawyer you become. (Sep 4, 2019, Above the Law)
Concord lawyer Jay Surdukowski floats run for Executive Council seat
Concord lawyer Jay Surdukowski floats run for Executive Council seat Concord MonitorConcord lawyer Jay Surdukowski is exploring a potential run for Executive Council in District 2, the first to put his name in as Councilor Andru Volinski mulls a ... (Sep 4, 2019, Concord Monitor)
ICAC: Phone log reveals truth behind Kaila Murnain's meeting
ICAC: Phone log reveals truth behind Kaila Murnain's meeting The AustralianWelcome to our coverage of the ICAC hearings investigating allegations concerning political donations, NSW Labor, members of Chinese Friends of Labor and ... (Sep 5, 2019, The Australian)
An Iowa mom, wife, defense attorney, prostitute explains her lifestyle
An Iowa mom, wife, defense attorney, prostitute explains her lifestyle KCCI Des MoinesIn an exclusive interview with KCCI, Katherine Sears wants to lift the veil on a topic most shy away from. (Sep 5, 2019, KCCI Des Moines)
Better Business Relationships Start with Better Content Marketing | International Lawyers Network
Better Business Relationships Start with Better Content Marketing | International Lawyers Network JD Supra (Sep 5, 2019, JD Supra)
Barbs exchanged as public defenders, prosecutors argue cash bail case before Nevada Supreme Court
Barbs exchanged as public defenders, prosecutors argue cash bail case before Nevada Supreme Court The Nevada IndependentAttorneys for the Clark County public defender's office faced off with their counterparts in the Clark County district attorney's office in Carson City over a pair of ... (Sep 5, 2019, The Nevada Independent)
Des Moines attorney unveils her life as a prostitute
Des Moines attorney unveils her life as a prostitute KCCI Des MoinesA Des Moines attorney is unveiling her life as a part-time prostitute. The mom, wife, attorney and prostitute, Katherine Sears, hopes that by shining a light on her ... (Sep 5, 2019, KCCI Des Moines)
A Lawyer's Toy Story
A Lawyer's Toy Story Severna Park VoiceThere was no training, no makeup, hair salon or cue cards,” Werner recalled. “They just shove you in front of a camera!” (Sep 5, 2019, Severna Park Voice)
Trying to change the view of prostitution
Trying to change the view of prostitution KCRG (Sep 6, 2019, KCRG)
'Why would I not do this?' Attorney opens up about her life as a prostitute
'Why would I not do this?' Attorney opens up about her life as a prostitute Greenwich TimeAn Iowa attorney is unveiling her life as a part-time prostitute. The mom, wife, attorney and prostitute, Katherine Sears, hopes that by shining a light on her ... (Sep 6, 2019, Greenwich Time)
Space Law
Space Law Legal Talk NetworkAttorneys Michelle Hanlon and Mark Sundahl discuss pertinent space case law, and other related legal issues we are currently seeing in the space law arena. (Sep 6, 2019, Legal Talk Network)
Out of Luck: Need a Rural Family Law Attorney?
Out of Luck: Need a Rural Family Law Attorney? WisBar (Sep 9, 2019, WisBar)
NSW Labor Party lawyer Ian Robertson contradicts Kaila Murnain over $100k donation
NSW Labor Party lawyer Ian Robertson contradicts Kaila Murnain over $100k donation The AustralianThe former NSW Labor Partys lawyer has contradicted suspended party boss Kaila Murnain, saying he categorically denies ever telling her to forget she knew ... (Sep 9, 2019, The Australian)
Microsoft's top lawyer: Trump's Huawei ban makes no sense
Microsoft's top lawyer: Trump's Huawei ban makes no sense ZDNetHuawei ban is like preventing a hotel chain from buying beds, says Microsoft president Brad Smith. (Sep 9, 2019, ZDNet)
Lawyer accused of hitting wife, resisting officer
Lawyer accused of hitting wife, resisting officer Lenoir News-TopicA longtime local criminal defense attorney is accused of punching his wife in the face and then refusing to cooperate when police arrived, the Blowing Rock ... (Sep 10, 2019, Lenoir News-Topic)
Q&A Topic: Trial & Litigation
Q&A Topic: Trial & Litigation Westchester MagazineWhy is it essential to hire a law firm with broad and sophisticated litigation experience and a willingness to take my case to trial, if almost all cases end up settling ... (Sep 10, 2019, Westchester Magazine)
Successful IP Associate Checklist: Depth (Part II)
Successful IP Associate Checklist: Depth (Part II) Above the LawLast week's column focused on the importance of acquiring broad experience as an IP associate. This week, it is important that we consider the value of also ... (Sep 10, 2019, Above the Law)
Convicted killer sues his lawyer
Convicted killer sues his lawyer Lenoir News-TopicA man convicted in a 1999 killing is suing the lawyer who represented him in a court hearing last year and the judge who presided at the hearing, saying that his ... (Sep 10, 2019, Lenoir News-Topic)
Attorney: Ocean Gate Sex Assault Lawsuit Just For Money
Attorney: Ocean Gate Sex Assault Lawsuit Just For Money Jersey Shore OnlineOCEAN GATE – A lawsuit alleging that the superintendent sexually abused a minor was the topic of heated discussion at a recent Board of Education meeting. (Sep 11, 2019, Jersey Shore Online)
Kathleen Zellner: Killers Always Talk To Someone
Kathleen Zellner: Killers Always Talk To Someone Patch.comKathleen Zellner: 'Killers Always Talk To Someone' - Milwaukee, WI - Attorney Kathleen Zellner participated in a question and answer interview with Patch Editor ... (Sep 11, 2019, Patch.com)
MCBA President's Message: The collaboration between bench and bar, for the benefit of all - The Daily Record (Rochester, N.Y.)
MCBA President's Message: The collaboration between bench and bar, for the benefit of all The Daily Record (Rochester, N.Y.)The calendar may say the year starts in January, but we all know that the circle of professional and personal lives “starts” in September. A new school year, ... (Sep 11, 2019, The Daily Record (Rochester, N.Y.))
Brexit: Boris Johnson's government says parliament to remain suspended — as it happened
Brexit: Boris Johnson's government says parliament to remain suspended — as it happened Financial TimesWelcome back. The latest twist in the Brexit saga has seen Scotland's highest court rule that Boris Johnson's move to prorogue parliament was unlawful. (Sep 11, 2019, Financial Times)
He Used to Work at the NRA. Now He’s Shaping Gun Policy at the White House.
He Used to Work at the NRA. Now He’s Shaping Gun Policy at the White House. VICEMichael Williams also worked for the American Suppressor Association, which represents silencer manufacturers and dealers. (Sep 12, 2019, VICE)
Supreme Court Takes Note Of Lawyer Receiving Threats In Ayodhya Case
Supreme Court Takes Note Of Lawyer Receiving Threats In Ayodhya Case Headlinez ProAyodhya Case: Advocate Rajeev Dhavan for taking on the case on behalf of Sunni Waqf BoardRecent Delhi: The Supreme Courtroom this day took expose of ... (Sep 12, 2019, Headlinez Pro)
You donated to kids with cancer. This Vegas telemarketer cashed in.
You donated to kids with cancer. This Vegas telemarketer cashed in. Center for Public IntegrityThis story was published in partnership with the Tampa Bay Times. Introduction. TAMPA, Fla. — The telemarketer asked Eric Thomas a question: Would he ... (Sep 12, 2019, Center for Public Integrity)
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison Yahoo News AustraliaVictorian police didn't encourage Lawyer X Nicola Gobbo to have sex with a drug cook client but it wasn't discouraged either, an inquiry has been told. (Sep 12, 2019, Yahoo News Australia)
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison Nambucca Guardian NewsMelbourne lawyer Nicola Gobbo deployed all sorts of tactics to hide her betrayal from her clients, but police have denied they encouraged her to have a sexual... (Sep 12, 2019, Nambucca Guardian News)
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison
Cops deny pushing Lawyer X-client liaison 7NEWSVictorian police didn't encourage Lawyer X Nicola Gobbo to have sex with a drug cook client but it wasn't discouraged either, an inquiry has been told. (Sep 12, 2019, 7NEWS)
France: Privilege that must not be denied | Ben Rigby | CDR Article
France: Privilege that must not be denied | Ben Rigby | CDR Article CDR News MagazineA recent report on the potential reform of in-house professional privilege in France received broad support from in-house lawyers and private practitioners alike. (Sep 12, 2019, CDR News Magazine)
Trump administration hopes to catch media flat-footed in pushing far-right lawyer toward lifetime judgeship
Trump administration hopes to catch media flat-footed in pushing far-right lawyer toward lifetime judgeship Media Matters for AmericaThe record speed at which President Donald Trump's administration is reshaping the federal judiciary by pushing a cavalcade of far-right nominees is creating a ... (Sep 12, 2019, Media Matters for America)
Ranking: Strategy and changing behaviours
Ranking: Strategy and changing behaviours Financial TimesTop firms and companies for strategy and changing behaviours. (Sep 12, 2019, Financial Times)
`If we had defaulted how strong would EU solidarity be now?'
`If we had defaulted how strong would EU solidarity be now?' The Irish TimesFriday interview: John Moran, former Department of Finance mandarin. (Sep 13, 2019, The Irish Times)
Gorsuch Sides with Access to Justice Reformers in New Book
Gorsuch Sides with Access to Justice Reformers in New Book Bloomberg LawA growing movement to loosen state bar rule restrictions preventing nonlawyers from owning law firms has found a potential ally in U.S. Supreme Court Justice ... (Sep 13, 2019, Bloomberg Law)
Alabama US Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Advocate Now Urges A Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma in Alabama To Call
Alabama US Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Advocate Now Urges A Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma in Alabama To Call EIN NewsThe Alabama US Navy Veterans Mesothelioma Advocate says, "As far as we are concerned a Navy Veteran with mesothelioma anywhere in Alabama deserves ... (Sep 13, 2019, EIN News)
College 'hate speech' policies 'parallel' blasphemy laws in Pakistan, Muslim lawyer says
College 'hate speech' policies 'parallel' blasphemy laws in Pakistan, Muslim lawyer says Christian PostMuslim lawyer and author Asma Uddin speaks during a panel discussion hosted by the National Religious Broadcasters at the National Press Club in ... (Sep 13, 2019, Christian Post)
Health Canada in Gadolinium Denial
Health Canada in Gadolinium Denial LawyersandSettlements.comFort Saskatchewan, AB How can a heavy metal accumulate in the brain but not be considered harmful? After undergoing seven MRI scans, all with injections of ... (Sep 13, 2019, LawyersandSettlements.com)
New Super PAC Pouring Millions Into Establishment Democrats - The Ring of Fire Network
New Super PAC Pouring Millions Into Establishment Democrats - The Ring of Fire Network The Ring of Fire NetworkVia America's Lawyer: Mike Papantonio and Trial Lawyer Magazine editor Farron Cousins talk about the House Majority Forward PAC that is funneling tens of ... (Sep 13, 2019, The Ring of Fire Network)