Five years ago, I wrote about a phenomenon that surprises many people: lawsuits often go on for years. People assume that, at a convenient time, both sides meet with a judge who declares a winner and that ends that. But
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Politics and Commercial Litigation
There has been a lot of press recently concerning the President’s efforts to pressure judges into ruling favorably for the administration. It is scary because it undermines a major asset of the American legal system: its promise to be impartial…
Litigation in Iceland
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,…
Comments on Recent Cases: March 2025
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…
More Thoughts on Litigation Expenses
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…
Cryptocurrency Disputes
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.…
Updated Thoughts on Document Requests
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…
Litigation in Turkey
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…
Comments on Recent Cases: February 2025
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…
2025 Document Review Strategies
Nearly five years ago, I wrote a blog post about my personal experience reviewing documents, looking for evidence or coding for responsiveness in litigation. My practice has changed in five years, and so has my view of the utility of…