Orange County Lawyer Magazine
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May 2008
COLUMNS
President’s Page:
50th Anniversary of Law Day - Celebrating the Rule of Law
by Cathrine M. Castaldi
As we celebrate Law Day this year, we should reflect on another important anniversary – the 61st anniversary of the legal decision that led to the end of racial segregation in the
Millar’s JurisDiction:
ADR and the Unruly Lawyer: Bailiffs at JAMS?
by Richard W. Millar, Jr.
“Alternative” Dispute Resolution: alternative to a fist fight?
Ethically Speaking:
The Coming New Ethics Rules – New Concepts
by Robert K. Sall
It has been 19 years since the last major revision to
A Criminal Waste of Space:
Schaddenfreude a la Spitzer
by Justice William W. Bedsworth
Beds weighs in on l’affaire Spitzer.
FEATURES:
The Liabilities of Social Networking Websites
by J. Craig Williams
There's been a rash of students libeling and slandering their teachers online, and in some instances threatening the teachers to the point they can't work. If employees were to use corporate IT resources for similar purposes, the company could be held responsible in any ensuing litigation.
Harmon G. Scoville Award Honoree
by Julie M. McCoy
A tireless advocate for children, Boo gave voice to those who otherwise would have had none.
What Do You Do When Your Homeowners Association Rejects Your Home Improvement Application?
by Barry A. Ross
Your homeowner’s association turns down your plans to remodel your house by adding a second story. Do you have a case against your association?
We Heard You! Results of the Superior Court’s Attorney Survey
by Sheila Recio
With the aid of local bar associations, Inns of Court, county agencies, and other public and non-profit attorney organizations spreading the word, the court received over 800 responses – this article addresses the issues that appear foremost to local practitioners.
Recent Employment Law: Legislative Developments
by Eric C. Sohlgren and Kate Pearson
The authors outline several of the most notable new employment laws and regulations that will affect employers starting in 2008.
Fee Agreements: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
by Douglas W. Schroeder
This article summarizes the applicable rules, relates practical tips, and warns of potential pitfalls, to help lawyers implement effective attorney-client fee agreements.
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On the cover:
Boo J. Guiffre
Orange County Bar Association – Harmon G. Scoville Award Honoree
Photo by Laurel Hungerford
