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BLAWG LOG: O’Hear on life without parole for juveniles
Yesterday, the Supreme Court granted certiorari in two new cases that will test the limits of the Court’s important 2010 ruling in Graham v. Florida, which banned the sentence of life without possibility of parole for most juvenile offenders.
BEV BUTULA: GPO offers access to federal court opinions
The Government Printing Office’s Federal Digital System offers free access to various federal publications including the Code of Federal Regulations, Federal Register and the Congressional Record.
Tips for better client retention
Given the number of social media sites reviewing everything from barbeque to Botox, some law firm consultants say that lawyers should be asking their clients to post positive reviews on websites like Yelp!, Avvo and Google Hotpot.
FAMILY LAW: Contract support allows parties to make decisions without fear of court intervention
Listening to oral arguments is generally frustrating for me.
LEGAL CENTS: Seven ways to save on experts
An expert, per Oscar Wilde, is “an ordinary man away from home, giving advice.” He’s probably being well compensated, too.
THE DARK SIDE: Concealed carry finally comes to Wisconsin
Tuesday marks a great leap forward for human rights in Wisconsin: people can finally carry a concealed handgun without fear of criminal prosecution.
FRAUD FILES: Ways to help prevent corporate fraud
Executives have the means to commit and cover up the largest frauds.
BLAWG LOG: Dean Kearney on Marquette Law School poll
Marquette University Law School will undertake a substantial statewide polling initiative during 2012. This will be the most comprehensive polling enterprise in Wisconsin’s history, following public opinion through a number of polls over the year.
TRIAL TECHNIQUES: What lawyers should (and shouldn’t) worry about in the courtroom
As the owner of a Chicago jury research firm, I’ve seen a number of lawyers make the same mistakes and misjudgments countless times over the years.
POMMER: ID, rules lawsuits face long odds
Teacher unions and the League of Women Voters have filed two quixotic lawsuits against laws developed this year by the Republican-controlled state government.
BLAWG LOG: Do these Halloween laws scare you?
As a small law firm, do you carry out fun Halloween events at your firm like dress up in costumes, bring in treats, or decorate the office? If so, continue to do it because you probably are not breaking the law (and I am sure your firm is having a fun-tastic time).
CAPITOLISMS: Have gun, will carry … into Capitol?
So, what do you think of the Legislature’s plans regarding concealed carry in the state Capitol?
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