How Workers Compensation Works – Lawyer Monthly
Catherine “Catie” Meehan is a partner at the Steinberg Law Firm. She has an extensive background in the medical field with degrees in both psychology and nursing, in addition to her law degree. Catie’s nursing background comes into play daily as she represents individuals who have been seriously injured at work or in their lives. […]
UK Construction Disputes
Andrew D. Reid is an Adjudicator, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Chartered Construction Manager, and NEC4 ECC Accredited Project Manager with experience in Private Practice, Development and Main Contracting industries. He provides claims, contract, and dispute resolution (adjudication) services (as adjudicator or party representative) provided in Scotland, England and Wales. He is also a RICS Assessor and […]
Arbitration in France
As an independent practitioner, Dr. Kodo has acted as co-arbitrator in Investor-State disputes and as sole arbitrator and counsel in commercial and construction disputes. In 2021, as a Consultant for the Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility (co-funded by the European Union, the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für […]
Cross Border Dispute Resolution in China
Could you elaborate on the key efforts and notable achievements you have made in this field? I started my legal career as a construction dispute resolution lawyer in China. Seeking to expand my expertise globally, I pursued master’s degrees at New York University and the University of London. These transformative overseas experiences not only enhanced […]
Texas Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Texas law provides additional rights for citizens aged 60 and over. What are those rights and why were they introduced? Here in Texas, there are many benefits accessible to individuals over 60. These include additional property tax exemptions, discounts on utility bills, reduced vehicle registration costs, help with prescription drug costs, rides to doctor visits […]
Pros and Cons of Collaborative Divorce – Connecticut
What is collaborative divorce and how does it differ from a litigated divorce in Connecticut? Collaborative divorce, like divorce mediation, is an alternative dispute resolution method that guides couples through the divorce process with minimal court involvement. Collaborative divorce emphasizes cooperation, transparency, and mutual respect over adversarial court proceedings. By committing in writing to avoid […]
Defeating Corporate Crime in Italy
What are the main areas of corporate crimes in Italy? As per my experience, I would say bribery, tax and customs offences, financial crimes, bankruptcy, corporate offences, HSE crimes and money laundering. During the previous decades, the Italian criminal system has targeted the most dangerous and hateful forms of crime, thus identifying a public enemy […]
Divorce in Illinois: The Clearest Path to Resolution
What is a collaborative divorce in Illinois and how does this differ from a traditional contested divorce? Collaborative divorce in Illinois is a way to become divorced using the Collaborative Process (CP). Effective January 1, 2018, the Illinois Collaborative Process Act, 750 ILCS 90/1 et seq. was enacted. This Act formally recognizes CP as an […]
What is Clinical Negligence
Coodes Solicitors is one the Southwest’s longest-established and leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon. The firm has built a well-deserved reputation for providing individuals and businesses with exceptional legal services and is recognised in both the Legal 500 and UK Chambers and Partners guides. Rooted in the communities of the Southwest, Coodes serves the community from their extensive […]
Product Liability Claims in Georgia
To begin this interview, could you please provide an overview of the legal framework for product liability in Georgia? What are the key laws and regulations that govern product liability? The primary distinction between strict liability and negligence-based product liability claims is when the claims may be brought. In Georgia, strict liability claims are barred […]
Intellectual Property Trends
How have recent advancements in technology changed the intellectual property landscape for clients nationwide and around the world? The IP landscape is constantly changing as technology advancements continue to shape the products and services consumers and businesses use and enjoy. Two decades ago, Napster and pirated MP3s disrupted and upended the music distribution model and, […]
Doing business in Belgium: Advantages and Risks
Is Belgium a competitive place to do business compared to other European Union countries? In Belgium we have a well-developed infrastructure, a highly skilled workforce, numerous leading research centres, the development of new technologies and a multilingual environment. All this, combined with our central location within Europe and our logistical facilities (including the ports of […]