Surviving the legal profession
The first years in private practice are often tough. Mentors and a support system can help get you through it.
Michele Magar

Medical malpractice: 10 sure losers
A bad medical outcome doesn?t make it a good case. Before you say "yes" to a case, review the list – and think again.
Barry Gustin, M.D.

Applying res ipsa loquitur to premises liability fire cases
A man is injured as he tries to protect his property from a fire that started on his neighbor's property. The cause of the fire is uncertain.
Donna Bader

Caught in the act!
Accident reconstruction from captured video footage can prove more than you might think.
Craig Fries

What you need to know about automatic doors
Injured by a door – do you have a product liability action or one for negligent maintenance?
Michael Panish

Financial management in a contingent fee practice
By borrowing to pay case costs, a firm can use its own funds for other expenses and investments.
Michael Blum

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From where I sit
This one's for you: Welcome to the first issue of Plaintiff.
Donna Bader, Editor

Trial Practice & Procedure
Batson-Wheeler motions: A short course on trial objection to peremptory challenges based on group bias
Shirley K. Watkins

Let's talk marketing
Eight things you can do to kick-start your marketing.
Geri Wilson