Civil Law General

U.S. Supreme Court Defines the Definition of a “Vessel”

We are back on the topic of eminent domain.  This time we take a look at floating homes and maritime…

12 years ago

The Wedding is Called Off. Who Keeps the Engagement Ring?

We all know people who have gotten engaged only to call off their engagement a few months later.  Did you…

12 years ago

What are the odds a case is going to trial?

Before starting my legal career, I often wondered how many civil cases actually go to trial.  I knew the number…

12 years ago

2012 Year In Review for Widerman & Malek

By: Mark R. Malek Another year has come and gone, and we are still here – I guess the Mayans…

12 years ago

Why Not Shoveling Saves You from Liability Lawsuits

Here is a story from one of our readers that we felt should be shared. Please enjoy. My sister used…

12 years ago

What Eminent Domain Abuse Gets You

How many of you remember the Kelo vs City of New London eminent domain case?  I remember it clearly.  I…

12 years ago

What does it take to create a trust?

A trust is an animal with several different heads.  In order to create a non-charitable trust, you need several different…

12 years ago

Classic Civil Commitment Proceeding: Miracle on 34th Street

The other day I sat down to watch the classic 1947 movie, Miracle on 34th Street starring Natalie Wood, Maureen…

12 years ago

Can a Judge Make a Plaintiff Pay for Defendant’s Legal Fees?

In England, there is a law referred to as the “Loser Pays” Rule.  The law states that the losing party…

12 years ago

Substantial Completion: When exactly does it occur?

Substantial Completion When an owner decides to build something, he or she usually decides that he or she wants it…

12 years ago