Submitted by Carri Leininger on 01 Oct, 2021
We revisit the issue of stays pending appeal; this time in federal court. We know that a party is entitled to a stay upon the posting of a bond. However, there may be other options for obtaining a stay based on your client’s circumstances. Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 8…
Submitted by Bryan McLaughlin on 29 Jul, 2021
Plaintiffs often attempt to obtain punitive damages in matters that involve allegations that the Defendant driver was intoxicated at the time of the accident. Punitive damages are often not covered by the insurance policy and their threat greatly increases the value of the matter. In this regard, it is important…
Submitted by Michael Smith on 07 Jun, 2021
With most jury trials suspended for the better part of a year due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the court system facing huge backlogs of cases now that trials have resumed, nonbinding arbitration is becoming a popular tool for judges who believe it will reduce their caseloads. Nonbinding arbitration is…