We all know a familiar version of this iconic 1972 Bill Withers hit. Maybe it’s the voice of Bill Withers himself, one of the many cover versions, or, if you’re lucky, the dulcet tones of Judge Donovan Frank, keynote speaker at LCL’s June 2 Stepping Up for Well-Being breakfast. Judge Frank began his remarks with a song: Sometimes in our lives, We all have pain, We all have … [Read more...]
How Often Do You Gamble?
Are You a Gambler? Let’s face it, we are a profession of risk takers. We roll the dice when we take a case, and we may even use this language when warning our clients that juries are unpredictable. While March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, this issue should be on our radar every month of the year. Gambling is normative behavior in most adults, but not everyone. Gambling Disorder is … [Read more...]
March 5 is a Day of Unplugging – Why is This Good for Our Profession?
https://www.nationaldayofunplugging.com/ We all know technology in the practice of law has numerous benefits. It allows for prompt client communication, readily available research databases, video conferencing, and the flexibility to work nearly anywhere. Additionally, today’s marketing revolves around a healthy website and social media presence. The internet is one of the first places many … [Read more...]