Drones Can Assist Insurance Industry, But Legal Issues Remain
The media coverage of unmanned aerial vehicles has reached fever pitch, focusing predominantly on drone strikes by the military against civilians overseas and domestically, as well as perceived privacy intrusions. A far more compelling — and insurer friendly — use for drones is inevitable, says attorney Jason Wolf.
Craft Compliance Questions to Improve Due Diligence
As your organization seeks to develop a risk-based compliance program and effectively address third-party risks, attorneys Ryan McConnell and Shane Kimzey have provided five rules to assist you in revising your compliance questionnaire.
DA Craig Watkins’ Recusal Motion Against Judge Lena Levario Denied
An administrative judge today refused to recuse 204th District Judge Lena Levario from a case in which she held Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins in contempt, but did not assess a punishment against the DA. Now the case heads back to Levario, presumably so she can assess a fine against Watkins.
Former FisherBroyles Lawyers Open Non-Traditional Firm
A few years as partners with FisherBroyles sold Dallas lawyers Kelly Rittenberry Culhane and Grant Walsh on the concept of a low-overhead, high-tech firm staffed solely by partners who can charge clients associate-level rates. But now they plan to refine the nontraditional firm structure to emphasize more collaboration and cross-selling among partners.
Norton Rose Fulbright Group Jumps to Baker Botts
A group of 14 lawyers in the Middle East, including eight partners, on July 16 announced their move from Norton Rose Fulbright to Baker Botts. They will practice from offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, according to partner John Lonsberg, who’s leading the group, and Baker … Read More