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Federal Circuit: District Court Properly Struck Expert Testimony that Failed to Apply Agreed-Upon Claim Construction

IP Watchdog

The CAFC held that it is proper to strike expert testimony that did not rely on the agreed upon claim construction adopted by the district court. Treehouse Avatar, LLC owns U.S.

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Relative Proportionality Argument Rejected

E-Discovery LLC

Wiegand objected. After setting out the boilerplate on scope of discovery and requirements for a protective order, the Court wrote: “The burden is on the party resisting discovery to explain specifically why its objections, including those based on irrelevance, are proper given the broad and liberal construction of federal discovery rules.”

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The Art of Preparation: A Comprehensive Guide to Mock Trial Training

Jonathan Leach LLC

Participants of mock trials in El Paso will learn how to construct compelling arguments, effectively present evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. The art of persuasion, eloquence, and the ability to think on your feet is developed through practice sessions and constructive feedback from peers and mentors.

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What Should Be Included in an Intake Form?

Lawmatics

A well-constructed intake form includes fields for a client’s basic information including name, address, contact details, and the details about the nature of their case. The more details that are requested on an intake form, the better a lawyer can qualify a lead before setting an appointment.

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Mastering Legal Language: A Guide to Clear and Effective Legal Drafting

Destination Articles Blog

Introduction The introduction should briefly outline the subject matter, state the document’s objective, and highlight the issues that will be addressed. Detailing these facts accurately and neutrally is crucial to preserving objectivity and credibility. This section prepares the reader for the detailed discussion that follows.

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Investing in Home-grown Leaders: Here’s How to Develop Effective Lawyer Leadership Skills

Attorney at Work

Strategic thinking is a type of critical thinking that helps people achieve long-term objectives, solve complex problems and overcome obstacles. These skills can be divided into these four categories: Analytical skills: The ability to analyze relevant data to develop an idea that will help achieve key goals and objectives.

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Tithing Troubles: Ex-Mormon's Lawsuit Raises Questions About Church Finances and First Amendment Rights

Law and Daily Life

He oversaw significant growth in Church membership and the construction of numerous temples worldwide. Specifically, the Church contended that Huntsman's objections were essentially about the use of any Church funds for the City Creek Mall project. From 1995 until his death in 2008, Gordon Hinckley served as the President of the LDS.