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Pre-petition ethical issues for bankruptcy lawyers 

Bankruptcy attorneys face a host of ethical issues even before their clients file a petition for bankruptcy. The goal is to preserve a nest egg...

Excluded heirs in the spotlight 

What do Anna Nicole Smith and the Jell-O fortune have in common? An unusual legal entity: excluded heirs. In her most recent will, Anna Nicole...

The Florida 'boom': For estate planning, it's the place to be 

BOSTON - People are flocking to the Sunshine State in greater numbers than ever, seeking asset protection and a decrease in taxes, estate planners...

Freeze! That security law may be unconstitutional 

As identity theft continues to grow, states are beginning to take action to protect their consumers. A recent trend is the passage of "credit...

Follow the 'Rules' for safe blog use 

As blogging makes its way into the business world, companies need to be aware of the risks as well as the rewards of the latest mass communication...

Workplace violence: prevention, preparedness and employer liability 

The phrase "workplace violence" brings to mind images of angry former employees, armed to the teeth and hellbent on seeking revenge against those...

The Vioxx wars rage on with no clear victor 

BOSTON - Two years after Merck pulled the painkiller Vioxx from the market, 10 personal injury lawsuits have reached a verdict, with decidedly...

Merck stays with plan after mixed Vioxx score 

Two years after Merck pulled the painkiller Vioxx from the market, 10 personal injury lawsuits have reached verdicts with mixed results for the...

U.S. Supreme Court begins new term 

BOSTON - The U.S. Supreme Court begans its 2006-2007 term last Monday with an opening conference. Oral arguments kick off on Oct. 3. To date,...

U.S. Supreme Court begins new term