More than the law; ancillary business growth continues

Article Abstract:

The debate over, and growth of, ancillary businesses of legal firms continues. In Aug 1991, the ABA adopted Model Rule of Professional Conduct 5.7, which allows in-house ancillaries, supervised by attorneys, in conjunction with legal representation. The rule, an attempt at addressing conflicts of interest and other concerns, is unpopular with some practitioners, who feel it will hinder their ancillaries. Advocates of the rule say that if lawyers don't regulate themselves, the government will. A few high-profile cases involving ancillaries have helped fuel the controversy.

Management, Multidisciplinary law firms, Ethical aspects, Diversification in industry, Industrial diversification

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The Ide agenda; seeking "nothing short of revolution." (1993-94 A.B.A. president R. William Ide III)

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R. William Ide III, 1993-94 ABA president, spoke in his new capacity at the 1993 annual meeting and urged lawyers to work with the public in identifying reasons for public dissatisfaction with the judicial system as well as possible solutions. Ide mentioned efforts under way to improve attorney-client relations. He also called on the ABA to help develop solutions for social problems such as inadequate housing, health care and education.

Planning, Bar associations, A.B.A., Ide, R. William III

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New Cal test

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The California Supreme Court has replaced the 'but-for' test for proximate cause in personal injury suits with a 'substantial factor' test. The court's Dec 9, 1991 decision in Mitchell v Gonzales holds that the 'but-for' test is too confusing for juries. The new test hinges on whether the negligence was a 'substantial factor' in the accident, and is, in the court's opinion, more easily understood by the layman.

Cases, Personal injuries, Proximate cause (Law)

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