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Originally published in the March 12, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: Once again it's time for lawyer and legal writing expert Ed Good to help you take your legal writing to new heights. In today's issue of LitigationWorld, Ed explains the difference between demonstrative pronouns and adjectives, and how to use them in concert to better engage readers. He also demonstrates the power of renaming, and lays down four simple rules for shortening long party names and other phrases repeated throughout a document. Also, don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for a look at what's happening in state courts on the electronic discovery front.

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Originally published in the February 27, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: The best litigators have a knack for becoming overnight experts in a given industry. Only by understanding the facts can you apply the law after all. Ediscovery is no different. In today's second Ediscovery 101 "class," ediscovery consultant Tom O'Connor explains how computers work. Only by understanding all the moving (and non-moving) parts will you be ready for Tom's next installment when he explains how computers store the information that can make or break your next case. Also, don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for a court that permitted service of process via Facebook (talk about being tagged).

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All practice areas evolve, but none faster than litigation. Written by successful litigators and other litigation experts, LitigationWorld provides you with practical tips related to electronic discovery, depositions, litigation strategy, litigation technology, and trial presentations. LitigationWorld also features in-depth litigation product reviews with accompanying TechnoScore ratings, as well as links to the most noteworthy litigation articles in other publications so that you'll never miss anything. The LitigationWorld newsletter is free so don't miss the next issue. Please subscribe now.

Originally published in the February 17, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: Most contracts, especially those of the adhesion variety, contain a conflicts of law (choice of law) provision. But all the same plenty of disputes arise without such guidance, particularly torts and other issues that don't involve contracts or disputed contacts (e.g., duress, public policy). In this issue of LitigationWorld, litigator and conflicts of law expert Kimberlee Gunning walks you through the world of conflicts of law in the context of litigation from the perspectives of both plaintiffs and defendants. You'll learn about the various standards states apply, forum shopping, and key provisions from the Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws. Also, don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for a recent New York appellate opinion on legal holds that could prove a harbinger for all states.

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All practice areas evolve, but none faster than litigation. Written by successful litigators and other litigation experts, LitigationWorld provides you with practical tips related to electronic discovery, depositions, litigation strategy, litigation technology, and trial presentations. LitigationWorld also features in-depth litigation product reviews with accompanying TechnoScore ratings, as well as links to the most noteworthy litigation articles in other publications so that you'll never miss anything. The LitigationWorld newsletter is free so don't miss the next issue. Please subscribe now.

Originally published in the February 13, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: While most people may have nothing to fear but fear itself, litigators have more to fear — sanctions for example. But in his first LitigationWorld column, ediscovery blogger and lawyer Joshua Gilliland explains that litigators by and large have misplaced fears about ediscovery. Using cultural metaphors ranging from Sinatra to Plato, Josh discusses the top three fears that litigators often express to him. After discussing why these issues should not concern you, he then discusses what you really need to worry about. Also, don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for the scoop on a juror who tried to friend the defendant on Facebook.

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All practice areas evolve, but none faster than litigation. Written by successful litigators and other litigation experts, LitigationWorld provides you with practical tips related to electronic discovery, depositions, litigation strategy, litigation technology, and trial presentations. LitigationWorld also features in-depth litigation product reviews with accompanying TechnoScore ratings, as well as links to the most noteworthy litigation articles in other publications so that you'll never miss anything. The LitigationWorld newsletter is free so don't miss the next issue. Please subscribe now.

Originally published in the January 30, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: "If it doesn't fit, you must acquit." Everyone knows this famous line by the late Johnnie Cochran. Simple yet powerful. Many litigators have a silver tongue in court, but their storytelling abilities fail to make an appearance in their briefs. In today's issue of LitigationWorld, lawyer and legal writing expert Ed Good (the writer-in-residence at Finnegan) begins a series of columns on legal writing with an emphasis on storytelling techniques. In today's inaugural column, Ed discusses how to "refer" to the subject matter (facts and legal issues) in your briefs in a manner that keeps the story moving along with clarity. Also, check out this issue's Newsletter Flag, and don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for a contrarian view about how to solve the ediscovery overload problem.

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Today's issue of Fat Friday contains these articles:

Barry Berenberg, Why You Should Always Ask for a Deponent's Email Addresses

James Shenwick, Review: MessageSave 5

Tom Mighell, An Evernote Warning

Fred Kruck, Review: Ghostery for Blocking Advertisements That Follow You

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Today's issue of TL Answers contains these articles:

Jason Johns, Review: MessageExport

Richard Schafer, Advice on Which Version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking to Buy

Michael Schley, Why David Sparks' Advice About Document Naming Is the Right Advice

Michael Schmid, The Philosophy Behind Dual Monitors Plus How They Work

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Coming today to LitigationWorld: Our editorial team has selected and linked to 85 articles from the past two weeks worthy of your attention. Below you'll find a sample article from each section of today's issue, including our LitigationWorld Pick of the Week.

JuryPad for iPad Launches

A Trial Lawyer's Checklist

The Effective Use of Predictive Coding Part 2

Text Messages to Client During Deposition Not Privileged

Congratulations to Sharon D. Nelson and John W. Simek of Litigation News on winning our LitigationWorld Pick of the Week award: A Guide to Using the iPad in Litigation

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Coming today to BlawgWorld: Our editorial team has selected and linked to 152 articles from the past week worthy of your attention. Below you'll find a sample article from each section of today's issue, including our BlawgWorld Pick of the Week.

How to Buy the Best Portable Hard Drive

The State of Smartphones in 2012

Review: The Best Office Chairs

Rainmaking Is as Much About Data as Handshakes (Video)

Congratulations to Jeff Richardson of iPhone J.D. on winning our BlawgWorld Pick of the Week award: Review of Word-Compatible Track Changes in Pages for iPad

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Coming today to LitigationWorld: Our editorial team has selected and linked to 73 articles from the past two weeks worthy of your attention. Below you'll find a sample article from each section of today's issue, including our LitigationWorld Pick of the Week.

The Evernote of the Legal Industry

Firms Wave Goodbye to Billing for Research Costs

Law Firm Ediscovery Reaches a Crossroads

Judge to Parties: Avoid Boilerplate Privilege Logs

Congratulations to Mike Ferrara of CMS Wire on winning our LitigationWorld Pick of the Week award: Microsoft to Add Ediscovery Features to Office 2013

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