Dec / 2024
The Supreme Court has entered two rulings that profoundly change the balance of power in our government. These cases involve... Read More
Dec / 2024
I have Cancer: Can I Sue Someone?
Maybe. If you think you know what caused your cancer (or if a doctor identified a cause of your cancer)... Read More
Dec / 2024
Three of My Neighbors have Cancer: Is this a Cluster?
Maybe. I remember being at a public meeting led by EPA in a community near a big environmental site. The... Read More
Jul / 2024
In a jury trial, what is the role of the jury and what is the role of the judge?
Even in jury trials, the judge plays a really important role. The jury is the fact finder—that’s the only function... Read More
Jul / 2024
When do you get a jury trial in a civil case?
The right to a jury trial comes from the Seventh Amendment to the Constitution, which was enacted in 1791 and... Read More
Jul / 2024
Are there downsides to being a plaintiff in a lawsuit?
Absolutely. The obvious one is that you might have to spend money as a plaintiff. Some personal injury cases are... Read More
Jul / 2024
What’s the difference between what you have to prove in a civil case versus what you have to prove in a criminal case?
In a criminal case, you generally have to prove things “beyond a reasonable doubt,” which is an extremely high standard,... Read More
