Save Big on Auto Insurance If saving money is at the top of your list of New Year's resolutions for 2007, then you'll want to get on the phone with your auto insurance company. You may be in for a treat in the form of a discount, whether it's because of your age, your exemplary behavior, or the type of car you drive. (68 views)
The way law is taught in the rest of the world in comparision to the United States Law school curricula are going through major changes in Vietnam, something that many are happy about. Currently, there are more than 10 schools in Vietnam that teach law using three different kinds of training: traditional school training, in-service training, and remote training. (71 views)
It's the New Year: Four Quick Questions to Help You Determine if Your Career is on Course Most attorneys will agree that besides their families and their health, their careers are probably the most important aspect of their lives. If, however, you are like most attorneys, you probably spent more time working on your last project than you spent during the entire last year thinking about your career direction. (13 views)
Thomas Dorer: General Counsel for West Virginia University As an undergrad studying history at Brown University, Thomas Dorer decided that he wanted a career in law, but not just any type of law. He specifically wanted to practice higher-education law. (157 views)
Real Estate Attorneys Play Bigger Role in Corporate Deal-Making Real estate attorneys are adopting more deal-making skills characteristic of their corporate counterparts, according to an article in the National Law Review. Real estate attorneys say clients that are buying and selling high-dollar, multi-property assets increasingly want a lawyer who not only understands how to access properties, but who can also play a role in crafting... (101 views)
Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, MI Wayne State University (WSU) Law School, located in Detroit, MI, encompasses 203 acres of campus on which students have access to a top-notch faculty, hands-on training, and plenty of fun. In addition, WSU's location in Detroit's metropolitan Mecca puts WSU graduates in prime position for job hunting upon graduation. (357 views)
Michelle Fernandez: President of OUTlaws at Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, MI Michelle Fernandez is much more than just a second-year law student. Fernandez, who is President of Wayne State University (WSU) Law School's OUTlaws, is a passionate supporter of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights who spends the bulk of her time educating her fellow law school students on LGBT issues and fighting to win freedom for members of the LGBT... (108 views)
Police search goes wrong. Victims demand justice Two petitions are now pending in the Supreme Court that once again raise the issue of misconduct by police. Would you vote to hear the cases? (15 views)
Using Psychology to Get Your Resume Noticed This week, I spoke with Paul Endress, a nationally recognized expert in the application of psychology to business in the areas of communication, hiring, and retention. Over the past 25 years, he has started nine companies, which means he knows a thing or two about hiring and what to look for in cover letters and resumes. (75 views)
January 4 2007 LawCrossing Weekend No more four-day weekends for a while, but I plan to spend the next two days checking out my dream plane, the Gulfstream G550, Flagship of the Gulfstream Fleet. Boy, if I had had this plane a couple of weeks ago, I could have flown to Tokyo in style! (44 views)
How Final Is Final Almost a quarter of a century has passed since Darrell Grayson was convicted of felony murder in Alabama, but the case is not yet closed. One more appeal in his behalf was filed a few weeks ago in the Supreme Court. The case presents a novel question of post-conviction evidence. (15 views)
Businesses can suffer if workers' emotions are ignored Mel Fugate, a business professor at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, might not feel the pain of the American work force, but he at least senses it. (293 views)
In a Place Where No Law Applies A federal judge in Washington, DC, shocked the nation by upholding the Bush administration's new terrorism law. The surprising ruling stated that Guantánamo Bay detainees do not have the right to challenge their imprisonment in U.S. courts. This ruling was made by U.S. District Judge James Robertson and is the first to address the new Military Commissions Act. (19 views)
Nitro sports crossover appeal Some girl in second grade sharing really ticked me off when she called my Tonka truck a ''tinkle toy.'' (11 views)
5 Minutes or Less It's time to think about your resolutions for the New Year, but thinking about them is just the first step. After that comes doing them, something we can all acknowledge is a wee bit harder. Our excuses for inaction include fatigue, conflicting priorities, forgetfulness, or most often, that there's simply (3 views)
Are You Ready to Be All That You Can Be? New York Democratic Representative Charles Rangel is making a lot of people nervous these days with his talk about reinstating the draft and the legislation he plans to propose to Congress in January—legislation that would increase both the size and the diversity of the military. (587 views)
Antigua continues the Caribbean tradition of fun in the sand and sun Travel brings the joy of diversity. While I'm content in the midst of downtown Chicago, I can be equally happy swerving to avoid goats in the road on the tiny island of Antigua, one half of a two-island nation in the Caribbean. If you're checking the map, to find Antigua and sister island Barbuda, follow your finger east and slightly south of Puerto Rico. (18 views)
Clear Out the Clutter and Make Room for Excellence It is finally the start of a new year, and whether you are looking to revitalize your current job path or jumpstart the career you hope to have, you will want to give an invigorating boost to your career and your resume. Make it your New Year's resolution to think about the goals that you have for your future, as well as the ones you have already accomplished, and... (8 views)
January 1 2007 Legal Blog Roundup So how does it feel to be back at work after the holidays? Now that you're back at your desk, facing your computer, are you trying to avoid working by daydreaming about eating leftovers? Or are you one of those lucky law school students still on winter break, sitting at home, trying to find ways to waste time? Either way, you're making the right choice by reading this... (2 views)
Andrei Iancu Went from Designing Satellites to Arguing Cases Before becoming an attorney, Andrei Iancu was an award-winning engineer at Hughes Aircraft. He said he always had an interest in law and decided to go to law school after working at Hughes for four years. (67 views)
The Life and Career of Patricia M. Cayo, Paralegal Controller Patricia Cayo, who has been a paralegal for 17 years, didn't receive a lot of support when she decided to enter the paralegal profession. (59 views)
Tawni Takagi: Former Moot Court Team Member for The University of West Los Angeles School of Law, San Fernando Valley Tawni Takagi, a University of West Los Angeles School of Law, San Fernando Valley, student who has just graduated is at a turning point in her career. She and teammate Steven Ibarra carried their moot court team to victory last October, placing second in the ''written brief'' competition at the National Criminal Procedure Moot Court Tournament held at the University of San... (389 views)
Remembering an American President Gerald R. Ford: 38th President of the United States On December 26, 2006, flags all across the country began flying at half-staff, waving their sad salutes to President Gerald R. Ford, who died in his California home this past Tuesday. Ford, who was the only president ever to hold office without being elected, is often referred to as an ''accidental'' president. However, while his journey to the White House may have been... (95 views)
December 29 2006 LawCrossing Weekend It's been quiet this week at work, since we're heading into the New Year's weekend. Most of my acquaintances have taken the week off, anxious to use their frequent flyer miles and economy airfare coupons. Fortunately, we legal professionals are not bound by such conventions. With our extravagant incomes, cost is never a consideration. (4 views)
How to Earn Respect as an HR Director You might have heard this from your employer once or you might have heard it a thousand times: Employees are our most valuable asset. (801 views)
University of New Mexico School of Law, Albuquerque, NM Law students in New Mexico have unique career opportunities, as the state has only one law school. (420 views)
Tips on How to Tip During Holidays It seems that tipping for Christmas isn't just a New York phenomenon — some exotic ritual performed by big spenders in the land of doormen, taxis, and Broadway. Tipping is a show of appreciation for the people who make your life easier in big and small ways. Those people are not your friends exactly, but theyre more intimate than mere acquaintances (they've folded your... (6 views)
The Controversy Surrounding the Festival of Kwanzaa What is Kwanzaa?Kwanzaa is a holiday celebrated in the African-American community. It is a celebration of family, community, and culture, and it is the fastest growing holiday in the United States. It is thought that about 18 million celebrants around the world recognize Kwanzaa each year. Baltimore, Buffalo, Los Angeles, Miami, Newark, New Orleans, New York, and... (2819 views)
The Art of Creating the Perfect Business Letter for Better Coverage In the heat of the moment, many job applicants ignorantly toss together messy and ineffective cover letters, hoping to beat out the rest of the eager crowd. When applying for jobs, you should craft each cover letter as if it were an individual work of art. Taking the time to sit down and outline each cover letter properly will make better use of your time and energy—and... (148 views)