SNC-Lavalin Probation Order Issued in Connection with Guilty Plea
By John Pirie & Ben Sakamoto
January 28, 2020
In a widely publicized move, on December 18, 2019, SNC-Lavalin Construction Inc. pleaded guilty to fraud over five thousand dollars. The guilty plea was the result of protracted settlement discussions between SNC-Lavalin and the Crown.
The Future of Canadian Law. Insights from Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch Honorees
by Jennifer Verta
Emerging leaders in Canada share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of Canadian law
The Litigation Finance Mass Tort Gold Rush
by Justin Smulison
Third-party litigation funding is transforming mass torts, propelling the high-risk area into a multi-billion-dollar industry
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Trial Lawyers Fight to Protect Individuals from Abuse
by Esquire Bank
With Esquire Bank's financial support, Elise Sanguinetti was able to challenge and end the Forced Arbitration Act. Her legislation continues to help other trial lawyers attain justice for abuse survivors.
Combating Nuclear Verdicts: Empirically Supported Strategies to Deflate the Effects of Anchoring Bias
by Sloan L. Abernathy
Sometimes a verdict can be the difference between amicability and nuclear level developments. But what is anchoring bias and how can strategy combat this?
Protecting Small Business Owners: Trial Experts Connick Law LLC Notoriously Successful with Fire Litigation
by Justin Smulison
When small business owners become the target of insurance companies in fire-related lawsuits, hiring a firm with a reputation for understanding the science of fire suppression trials can save their livelihoods.
Will Recent Boeing Settlements Create Tailwinds In Corporate Law?
by Justin Smulison
Prominent litigation against Boeing is setting a precedent of accountability, professionalism and commitment among company boards as well as ushering ESG further into the courtroom to help monitor and prevent safety issues.
Colorado's Best Lawyers 2022
by Best Lawyers
Our 2022 Colorado's Best Lawyers publication features top-ranked legal talent in Boulder, Denver and Western Colorado.
Newly Launched COVID-19 Litigation Project Offers Open Access To Pandemic-Related Court Judgments From Over 70 Countries
by Sara Collin
A worldwide database of COVID-19 cases is uniting more than 70 countries as judges, lawmakers and lawyers continue to navigate pandemic related litigation and the ways in which it’s evolving amid year three.
Look for the Zoom Label
by Matthew C. Lonergan and Anne R. Yuengert
Will the virtual platforms that got such a boost during the pandemic replace how you interact with your employees, unions, and lawyers?
Discovery in the Time of COVID-19
by H. Barber Boone
The pandemic has affected the vital process of legal discovery in ways both good and bad. Which changes are likely to become widely accepted in the years ahead?
Busting a Trust
by Joseph Marrs
The rules governing trusts and asset distribution are often much more flexible than many might assume. Here’s a primer.
The Next Chapter
by Patrick M. Shelby and Patrick M. Shelby
Among its uncountable other disruptions, the pandemic upended U.S. bankruptcy procedures. Congressional relief, legislative changes, amended legal provisions: What lies ahead for those looking to file?
Phoning It In
by Alyson M. St. Pierre, Ashley C. Pack and Crystal S. Wildeman
It’s not easy for employers to weigh requests from employees to work from afar, even in the wake of the pandemic. Considerations include COVID-19, vaccinations, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the nature of the job itself.
Compelled to Compete
by Ashish Mahendru
Courts and legislatures—and now the White House—are taking an increasingly dim view of noncompete employment agreements, a development the pandemic has quickened. What can employers do to protect their confidential information?
2025 Best Lawyers Awards Announced: Honoring Outstanding Legal Professionals Across the U.S.
by Jennifer Verta
Introducing the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America and the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Awards Canada: Celebrating Legal Excellence
by Jennifer Verta
Presenting the 19th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada and the 4th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada.
Discover The Best Lawyers in Spain 2025 Edition
by Jennifer Verta
Highlighting Spain’s leading legal professionals and rising talents.
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal and South Africa
by Jennifer Verta
Best Lawyers celebrates the finest in law, reaffirming its commitment to the global legal community.
Presenting the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Chile, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico
by Jennifer Verta
Celebrating top legal professionals in South America and the Caribbean.
Prop 36 California 2024: California’s Path to Stricter Sentencing and Criminal Justice Reform
by Jennifer Verta
Explore how Prop 36 could shape California's sentencing laws and justice reform.
Tampa Appeals Court ‘Sends Clear Message,” Ensuring School Tax Referendum Stays on Ballot
by Gregory Sirico
Hillsborough County's tax referendum is back on the 2024 ballot, promising $177 million for schools and empowering residents to decide the future of education.
Find the Best Lawyers for Your Needs
by Jennifer Verta
Discover how Best Lawyers simplifies the attorney search process.
Paramount Hit With NY Class Action Lawsuit Over Mass Layoffs
by Gregory Sirico
Paramount Global faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly violating New York's WARN Act after laying off 300+ employees without proper notice in September.
The Human Cost
by Justin Smulison
2 new EU laws aim to reshape global business by enforcing ethical supply chains, focusing on human rights and sustainability
Introduction to Demand Generation for Law Firms
by Jennifer Verta
Learn the essentials of demand gen for law firms and how these strategies can drive client acquisition, retention, and long-term success.
Social Media for Law Firms: The Essential Beginner’s Guide to Digital Success
by Jennifer Verta
Maximize your law firm’s online impact with social media.
ERISA Reaches Its Turning Point
by Bryan Driscoll
ERISA litigation and the laws surrounding are rapidly changing, with companies fundamentally rewriting their business practices.
How Client Testimonials Fuel Client Acquisition for Law Firms
by Nancy Lippincott
Learn how client testimonials boost client acquisition for law firms. Enhance credibility, engage clients and stand out in a competitive legal market.
