Last week, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in Kisor v. Wilkie. As the property rights lawyers discussed on this blog before the decision came out, the case generated a lot of interest because it presented an opportunity for the Court to overturn “Auer Deference”—a doctrine of interpretation that requires courts to defer to agency… Read more »
If you live in an urban or fast-growing area, it may seem as though there is constant construction being done on the road. Road closures, narrower lanes, detours, and equipment in the roadway can make driving even more challenging than usual. It’s no wonder accidents are common in construction zones. You can’t control what other… Read more »
When you meet with a lawyer after your car accident, you may wonder how much to expect in a settlement. The answer will vary based on a variety of factors, so your lawyer may not be able to give you an amount right away. After speaking with your lawyer about the aspects of your case,… Read more »
When someone loses their life, their families are understandably devastated. However, when the death is due to the negligence of another, it can seem unbearable. The law gives heirs a way to recover damages in circumstances like these. The most commonly known is wrongful death. In a wrongful death action, the family seeks compensation for… Read more »
Have you ever been in a position where you got behind in your bills and couldn’t pay on time? Or maybe you’ve been on the other side and struggled with accounts receivable issues. Both situations can be frustrating, especially when you’re doing your best to be responsible. A collections attorney can work with either party… Read more »
Health insurance is a great benefit for individuals who are fortunate enough to have it offered by an employer, or who are able to afford the monthly premiums through a private carrier. For individuals without health insurance, things can get tricky when medical care is required. If you were injured in a car… Read more »
After you get into an accident the last thing you want to do is wait for the police to come. But if you don’t it can kill your case and this is why… How many times have you met someone who said they agree with you on things and later you find out… Read more »
In recent years local governments have ramped up their investigation and prosecution of private property owners who allegedly have in place non-permitted structures on their property. Frequently the government records violation notices, or “red tags,” in the recorder’s office listing the alleged zoning violations. The effect can be catastrophic for property owners, who cannot refinance… Read more »
The California Court of Appeal in Southern California recently prevented the California Coastal Commission from once again imposing draconian permit conditions in violation of the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which provides that private property shall not be taken for public use without just compensation. The case is Bay Island Club v. California… Read more »
In a rather unique twist, a governmental entity–the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission–brought suit against the United States in the Court of Federal Claims, on the ground that six years of periodic flooding during the sensitive growing season by the Army Corps of Engineers destroyed 18 million board feet of timber and left habitat unable… Read more »
