The Council on Litigation Management hosts its Litigation Management Institute at Columbia Law School in New York City. As explained in the course description, “The program is designed to bridge the gap between legal theory and litigation strategy, and the business aspects of litigation management.” CLM selects those insurance professionals and attorneys who will participate. Michael C. Mills, Esq. of Mills & Associates was chosen to attend in October 2015. This was not like any other … [Read more...]
Are Motions In Limine Even Worth The Trouble?
Trying a case is an expensive proposition. The attorneys need to prepare the evidence, the arguments and the examinations. Clients see any opportunity to economize on the trial prep side as a positive. In the past, attorneys have made it a practice to file pre-trial motions in limine. Motions in limine are heard with the hope that the judge will make early evidentiary rulings and thereby speed up the trial. However, the Nevada Supreme Court case of BMW v. Roth, 127 Nev. Adv. Op. 11 (2011) … [Read more...]