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N.C. Bar Association embraces homophobia
By Michael F. Roessler Nothing disappoints like the cowardice of fair-weather friends. In 2021, the North Carolina Bar Association — the premier professional organization for the state’s lawyers — touted its queer-friendly bona fides when then-President John Heyl announced the formation of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Committee, which pledged to work “to […]
NFL union head brings lawyerly stories to Lathrop event
By Scott Lauck DeMaurice “De” Smith describes his role as the primary check on the power of the National Football League — or, as he puts it, “a $20 billion unregulated industry” — in a way only a lawyer could. “You don’t file a 10-K, you don’t file a 10-Q,” Smith said. “You have no […]
The sun sets on a takings clause claim
By Alexis Narducci An important question when asserting a constitutional claim against a government is when to file the claim, especially when the filing may have consequences for the plaintiff’s ongoing relations with the government or might result in government action to derail a project or practice. Further, there is often the desire to wait […]
A roadmap to attracting, developing, retaining amazing associates
By Kate Ahern Our industry has seen concerning associate attrition over the past few years, highlighting associate retention as a significant market pressure on firms going forward. Law firms are struggling to attract and retain dedicated, motivated, reliable associates who are truly ready for practice. Adding to the frustration of many firm leaders: increased compensation […]
SCIIP projects for small SC utilities: Three tasks for local counsel
By C.D. Rhodes Last June, the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority announced it would accept applications for its South Carolina Infrastructure Investment Program, or SCIIP. The program will give approximately $900 million in federal funds allocated to the State of South Carolina under the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act. SCIIP is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for […]
Four misconceptions about appeals
By Troy Shelton As an appellate attorney, my business is understanding the business of trial attorneys. But I encounter recurring misunderstandings about appeals and appellate referrals. Here’s why those beliefs are mistaken. Misconception 1: If I refer the appeal, I’ll lose the client Trial lawyers sometimes think this because they misunderstand the business of an […]
Letter from the publisher – April 2023
Welcome to the April issue of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. In the pages that follow you’ll see how we’re continuing to improve our new magazine format, with increased coverage of court decisions, verdicts and settlements, and legal news of importance to South Carolina attorneys. This month we are featuring a cover story that explores the […]
SCIIP projects for small SC utilities: Three tasks for local counsel
By C.D. Rhodes Last June, the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority announced it would accept applications for its South Carolina Infrastructure Investment Program, or SCIIP. The program will give approximately $900 million in federal funds allocated to the State of South Carolina under the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act. SCIIP is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for […]
The ever-evolving Fourth Circuit
By Kevin S. Elliker In April 1865, as Ulysses S. Grant and the Union army made their way into the Confederate capital of Richmond, fleeing rebel soldiers set fire to bridges and warehouses. That fire quickly spread out of control and torched huge swaths of Richmond’s downtown business district. After the dust settled, only two […]
Losing your fastball: Strategies for lawyers facing cognitive decline
By Julia Huston BridgeTower Media Newswires It was not the way I planned to end my career. One day, in April 2019, I told my law firm colleagues that I was going to take a medical leave to address some health issues and that I would be out for at least a few weeks. I […]
3D printing: New frontier in potential product liability claims
By Mitchell R. Edwards, Timothy M. Zabbo & Mark D. Hochberg BridgeTower Media Newswires Companies employ 3D printing technology now more than ever, leveraging devices in pioneering ways. Its widespread usage helps businesses cut costs and manufacture products efficiently. At the same time, the legal landscape surrounding 3D printers is underdeveloped, so those who use […]
2023 is the time to banish burnout and ‘overwhelm’
By Kate Ahern BridgeTower Media Newswires If you feel like there’s never enough time to keep up with everything, no matter how much you plan or power through, you’re reading the right column. This year is the ideal time to trade daily overwhelm for daily focus on what’s most important to you, to feel confident […]
Business Law
- Economy forces attorneys to get down to business
- Business Court judges trawl for customers
- Va. company's Web site did not subject business to personal jurisdiction in S.C., appeals panel rules
- Former running back from S.C. wins courtroom victory in contract dispute
- Contract – Government Contract – Qui Tam – False Claims Act
- Licenses & Permits – Beer & Wine Permit – Restrictive Covenant – Suitable Location
- Consumer Protection – FCRA – Auto Loan – Bank Accounting Errors
- Licenses & Permits – Veterinarian – Vaccine Maintenance
- Tort – Business Tort – Va. Computer Crimes Act – Trade Secrets
- Textile firm, railroad settle Graniteville train wreck lawsuit
- State regulators look at car dealer accused of lying to customers
- Subprime mortgage meltdown hits securities law
Commentary
- Virginia Tech student got due process in hearing
- High court justices cross the line of propriety
- High court’s term was rough on big business
- The flip side of generative AI in law and how to address it
- The fight for equal educational opportunity continues
- Letter From The Editor – Working from Home
- NLRB joins FTC in taking aim at non-competes
- Supreme Court leaves key internet protection untouched
- US Supreme Court bites back at parody’s use of the First Amendment
- My goal: Provide the information that you need now
- Case study: North Carolina courts provide guidance on scope, limitations of attorney-client privilege
- A Different Ode to Pro Bono Work
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