Litigation News

Class Actions

Changed Circumstances Support Relitigating Decided Issues

By R'iele J. Sims

Court tosses claim as insufficient, but not frivolous.

Big Data & Cloud Computing

Beware BIPA: Biometric Privacy Act Has Bite

By Grant H. Hackley

Illinois privacy act violations prove costly to businesses and insurers alike.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Having Your Arbitration Clause and Waiving It, Too

By Kelso L. Anderson

Class action waiver in arbitration agreement still results in millions in fees.

Professional Liability

Fee Agreement Ethics Violation Voids $4 Million Attorney Fee

By Susan F. Dent

Agreement unenforceable for failure to notify clients of lack of insurance.

Professional Liability

Attorney Immunity Bars Claims for Fraud and Conversion

By C. Thea Pitzen

Doctrine increasingly upheld, but has limits.

Federal Government

Snap Removal: A New Tool for Out-of-State Defendants

By Erik A. Christiansen

Non-local defendant can remove to federal court before local defendant is served.

Trial Practice

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The latest developments in ethics, discovery, attorney-client privilege, trial practice, and more—written by litigators, for litigators.

Litigation & Trials

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Civil Practice & Procedure

Civil Procedure

Stay on top of updates on civil procedure and see what’s happening in the courtroom.

Business & Corporate

Business of Litigation

Keeping up with changes in the legal industry and the practice of law.

Technology

Technology

Trends in legal technology and how they impact the practice of law.

Courts & Judiciary

Voices from the Bench

Tips from judges on trial preparation, jury selection, trial presentation, witness examination, and professionalism.

Mental Health

Mental Health & Wellness

Working in a profession that is known for its above average stress and anxiety levels, it is essential to prioritize mindfulness and well-being.

Ethics

Ethics

Relevant and newsworthy analysis of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

Litigation & Trials

Book Reviews

Looking to build your library? Check out our editorial reviews of the Section of Litigation’s best-selling books.