Iceland is one of my favorite places in the world. Beautiful land, fun people, great food, plentiful swimming pools. It’s a paradise. But even in such an amazing country, there are commercial disputes. And while I have visited many times,…

Image credit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day#/media/File:388-0049-hinnerk-ruemenapf_01.jpgPart of my work involves reading court decisions to keep abreast of how judges decide the types of cases I handle. Below, I share some thoughts on recent decisions.Court Limits Scope of DepositionParties in litigation have very broad…

Almost five years ago, I wrote a post about one of the major aspects of litigation: its cost. One reason why lawyers often advise clients not to pursue claims and to settle pending claims is because the cost of litigation…

The world of cryptocurrency involves a lot of money and a lot of players with high risk appetites. The world moves fast and affords a good deal of anonymity. As a result, disputes are inevitable, as is full on fraud.…

An early task in a lawsuit is to draft a list of the kinds of documents that an adversary must disclose to you. The purpose of this exercise is to seek helpful evidence. I wrote about this process a few…

I was lucky enough to visit Turkey for the first time last year. Everyone enthusiastically told me how great the country is. I heard about the country’s amazing food, rich history, and blend of European and Asian cultures. But few…

Image credit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine’s_Day#/media/File:Elmer_Valentine_boxed_chocolates.jpgPart of my work involves reading court decisions to keep abreast of how judges decide the types of cases I handle. Below, I share some thoughts on recent decisions.Court Rejects Effort to Change Deposition TestimonyAfter a deposition, a…