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The South Side of The Law

It is no secret that I am a very Southern girl.  I hold many Southern ways close to my heart: I speak with a Southern accent; prefer a slower pace; and serve my chicken fried.  I am writing from my front porch while sipping sweet tea (seriously).   There are however, some parts of Southern…

Spilling the Beans on Hot Coffee

I believe the  infamous McDonald’s hot coffee case has spiraled into an urban legend.  While most urban legends are harmless and entertaining, this one can actually cause harm to the justice system and ultimately, the American public. The hot coffee case has become the poster child for tort reform based entirely on a lack of accurate information.  HBO released…

Attorney’s Quick Guide to Paralegal Credentials

Attorneys looking for a paralegal to hire full-time, part-time or on a contract basis will  be faced with a variety of titles and credentials.  Paralegals are not a licensed profession, but credentials are offered by the national paralegal organizations on a voluntary basis. This is a quick reference guide to the most commonly used  national…