By Robert Moskowitz Published: 15 July 2011 In an ideal world, all felony cases would be completed within one year of arrest, and all civil cases would be resolved within two years of the original complaint. Various states and court-related organizations, such as the National Center for State Courts, recommend even shorter time frames...
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By Robert Moskowitz Published:9 February 2011 With lawyers so often maligned in popular culture as money-driven, ethically-challenged, opportunistic trouble-makers, it’s no surprise that many myths about the profession have gained a foothold. Myths about contingency fees are particularly pernicious, because they fuel misconceptions not only about attorneys who accept them, but about the role...
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By A. Antonow Published: December 21, 2010 Canadians who have suffered from personal injury or who desire to seek legal action have traditionally have had to pay for legal costs out of pocket. Until 2004, not all provinces in Canada allowed contingency fees, which according to the Ministry of the Attorney General, led to...
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