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Corporate Governance | Analysis

Companies Deluged With Anti-ESG Shareholder Proposals

By Chris O'Malley

Some firms are receiving pro-ESG and anti-ESG proposals on the same issue, underscoring how challenging topics such... Read More
 

Civil Appeals | News

Pro Se Plaintiff Wins Appeal in Conversion Case Against Big Law-Backed Bank

By Aleeza Furman

"Taking on a big bank like Wells Fargo by myself was tough, but the facts and the law were on my side," the plaintiff... Read More
 

Law Firm Mergers | News

Troutman Pepper, Locke Lord Aim to Wrap Merger by End of Year

By Amanda O'Brien | Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

While the firms had hoped to hold partnership votes in July for an October merger, sources said, the plan is now to... Read More
 

Court Administration | Analysis

Philadelphia on Track for Record Year of High-Dollar Verdicts

By Aleeza Furman

Court data shows that by the halfway mark of 2024, Philadelphia saw nearly as many eight-plus-figure civil jury verdicts... Read More
 

Civil Procedure | Commentary

Better Safe Than Sorry: Filing Post-Trial Motions in Pennsylvania

By Edward T. Kang

Pennsylvania has unique procedures for raising and preserving issues for appeal after trial that could "surprise" many... Read More
 

Environmental Law | Commentary

Defending Claims Where Extreme Weather Is to Blame: Our Changing Climate's Impact on Civil Litigation

By Chimdi G. Tuffs and Elizabeth Napierkowski

What defenses are available to corporate defendants in actions where extreme weather and climate change are arguably... Read More

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Mark Your Calendar | Legalweek Heads Back To March For 2025

Described as the "best gathering place for many of the leading legal minds across the industry," Legalweek returns to New York City, March 24-27, 2025! Save the date for this week-long legal event where you’ll dive deeper into your professional development, explore topics and strategies tailored specifically to your role, and gain the tools to get legal business done. Registration is coming soon! Learn More

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