The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit concluded that college athletes can be considered employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act, determining that athletes performing services that are “necessarily and primarily” for another’s benefit can qualify as employees. “Ultimately, the touchstone remains whether the cumulative circumstances of the relationship between the…

How I Made Law Firm Leadership: ‘A Leader Must Be a Positive Force in the Firm,’ Says Peter Michaud of Ballard Spahr | Law.com Page Printed From: https://www.law.com/2024/07/15/how-i-made-law-firm-leadership-a-leader-must-be-a-positive-force-in-the-firm-says-peter-michaud-of-ballard-spahr/ Peter V. Michaud of Ballard Spahr. Courtesy photo Q&A Peter Michaud, 55, Firm Chair at Ballard Spahr, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Minneapolis,…

Measurement is an essential management tool for law firms to monitor performance, manage resources, and highlight areas that need improvement. Utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in a law firm is crucial for evaluating performance, profitability, client satisfaction, and overall success. Understanding which attorneys are the most profitable, which matters are…

As Jury Considers Sen. Menendez’s Fate, Read Our Coverage | New Jersey Law Journal Page Printed From: https://www.law.com/njlawjournal/2024/07/15/as-the-jury-deliberates-over-bob-menendezs-fate-read-our-coverage/ Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduces a judicial nominee before the Senate Judiciary Committee during confirmation hearing, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Photo: Diego M. Radzinschi/ALM As the jury mulls corruption charges against…

The European Union is targeting X, formerly Twitter, in its first enforcement action under the new Digital Services Act, asserting that the social media network’s process for establishing verified accounts “does not correspond to industry practice and deceives users.” The EU characterized that as a breach of the portion of the DSA covering…

Fisher Phillips Adds New Dallas Office Leader, Plans Relocation | Texas Lawyer Page Printed From: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/15/fisher-phillips-adds-dallas-new-office-leader-plans-relocation/ Adam F. Sloustcher of Fisher Phillips. Courtesy photo NEWS “Dallas is a thriving market. There are all sorts of opportunities,” said Adam Sloustcher, who succeeds Michael Abcarian. July 15, 2024 at 09:00 AM 4…