The Algorithmic Race: How “Snap Removal” Is Breaking the Spirit of the 1948 Law
By Haroon Vaseem, Associate – Legal Big companies are winning jurisdictional battles even before the plaintiff can serve the summons. This is the […]
ELCRA: A Cornerstone of Michigan Civil Rights
Michigan’s Shield: The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act Public Act 453 of 1976, known as the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA), is one of […]
Why AI-Assisted Legal Drafts Need Proper Attorney Verification
From Traditional Drafting to AI-Assisted Drafting: Why Attorneys Need a New Standard of Review for Generative-AI Work Product By Vinitha Prasannan, Senior Manager – Delivery Legal practitioners […]
Amendment of Pleadings – A Few Points to Ponder
Rule 15 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure provide for making amendments to the pleadings. Rule 15(a) of the Federal Rules […]
A complaint can be factually detailed and still be procedurally vulnerable.
Improperly Bundled Claims in Illinois Complaints: A Drafting Trap Under 735 ILCS 5/2-603 By Lakshmi Suseel, Senior Associate – Legal Civil pleading is often treated […]
In a litigation, the complaint does not stand alone because the exhibits attached to it can control the outcome
Understanding the ‘Exhibits Control’ Rule in Illinois litigation A strategy for early dismissal of cases By Haroon Vaseem, Associate – Legal In Illinois litigation, the ‘Exhibits Control’ Rule is a powerful tool […]
Top Tips for Document Review Success
Document review is an important part of the e-discovery procedure. Dynamic and skilled project management is required in order to be triumphant […]
Motion in Limine in Civil Proceedings
A Motion in Limine in civil proceedings is a potent weapon for a practicing attorney when used properly and filed appropriately. The […]
Motion for Definite Statement – What is it and when do I use it?
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure: Rule 12(e) permits a party to move for a more definite statement when a pleading to […]
Steps for Drafting An Efficient Appeal Brief
While drafting an appeal brief, the main thing to understand is that you are about to handle the most significant job in […]
Contract Drafting Do’s & Don’ts
Some simple contract drafting practices can minimize misunderstandings and the chances of costly future litigation. Here are some essential tips: Always remember […]
Appealing a Social Security Decision
Once the claimant files for social security benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) makes a decision as to the party’s eligibility for […]