August 24, 2015
Hastings and Hastings
A recent study pulled data from 2013 cases that filled the U.S District Courts. Out of the civil cases, 68% were litigated by men, and 76% of lead counsels were men. Women, who comprise only 36% of the legal profession account for only 17% of large law firm equity partners, and only 22% comprise...
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August 23, 2015
Hastings and Hastings
Although the probability of a shark attack is less than being struck by lightning (.003%), it would be a horrifying event. Sharks are intimidating animals by virtue of their size, brutality, and their predatory nature. The good news is that humans are higher on the food chain than sharks and thus sharks can be...
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August 22, 2015
Hastings and Hastings
The legal system is for the most part a highly evolved airtight system. But there are a few components of our justice system that can be considered superfluous or even absurd. On the flipside of the coin though, some of the disputes, issues, or transgressions that make their way to the legal system are...
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August 21, 2015
Hastings and Hastings
Nothing is more satisfying than chasing down some intellectual endeavor like a white whale. But amidst a quest for glory and self-affirmation, one can become tired, and thus, their efforts will be thwarted. In the case of such an event there are a few practical techniques one can apply to evade burnout or fatigue....
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August 20, 2015
Hastings and Hastings
Demi Moore, away from the country traveling to meet her daughters for a birthday celebration, received devastating news that a man drowned in her pool while she was away, and she may be facing a serious lawsuit. The death occurred at a party held by her assistant. Attorney Leo Terrel reported to FOX news...
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