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Amtrak crash damages capped – We’ve heard this one before
2015 July
If you haven’t yet registered, here’s what you will be missing. Online registration is open through September 5
2015 August
Losing your constitutional rights, “One Piece at a Time”
2015 September
A review of Lincoln’s trial work offers lessons to be learned on being a trial lawyer
2015 October
Facts and benefits for CAALA members
2015 November
Celebrating the Trial Lawyer of the Year and other annual award recipients
2015 December
“Rise Up” is pretty good advice for trial lawyers
2016 January
Ten months away but already the most important election of our lifetime
2016 February
The way we will soon be communicating?
2016 March
A trial lawyer’s typical day doesn’t include a lot of communal activity, but they are far from alone when they have CAALA
2016 April
Consumers’ perception of forced arbitration is finally changing – will the perception of trial lawyers be next?
2016 May
In this pivitol year for statewide office, voting for a candidate with “Democrat” after their name might not be enough to ensure a pro-consumer vote
2016 June
An observation and a lesson to be learned
2016 July
It starts with a theme
2016 August
Even a Presidential candidate could learn some lessons
2016 September
Words matter! Anti-rhetoric
2016 October
Medicare bans arbitration in nursing homes it funds, while Wells Fargo scandal promises to focus light on ills of consumer arbitration clauses
2016 November
A celebration for the entire legal community
2016 December
Recognizing the past, looking to the future and learning to rely on one another
2017 January
Protect yourself with these seven simple tips
2017 February
Changing public perception, one anecdote at a time
2017 March
Shiny objects, distractions and dangers
2017 April
Facts, factoids and a serious message
2017 May
Why it’s the No. 1 benefit of membership in CAALA
2017 June
Body-slamming the First Amendment
2017 July
Bigger and Better, since 1983
2017 August
The embodiment of civility
2017 September
Dramatically different approaches to justice and the rule of law
2017 October
Then you’re probably stressed
2017 November
Tips to manage your email inbox
2018 January
Baseball and trial lawyers have a lot in common, and some people you know played serious ball
2018 February
One looks ahead with hope
2018 March
Everybody loves lists. Here’s one that’s anything but funny
2018 April
It’s a four-word answer
2018 May
Mick Mulvaney, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and trial lawyers
2018 June
The Administration and the Supreme Court’s latest attacks on consumers
2018 July
Movies, mutinies, trial lawyers and CAALA Vegas
2018 August
From a bar-leader lunch to CAALA Vegas, it’s about the need to get along in the name of civil justice
2018 September
Attacks on freedom of the press and the rule of law
2018 October
Gymnast Sterling Riethman’s heartfelt words at the AAJ convention should inspire all CAALA members
2018 November
A remarkable event celebrating remarkable people
2018 December
Facts matter, not opinions
2019 January
A contradiction in terms or the truth?
2019 February
Skip “Spring Cleaning” and try Marie Kondo’s tips
2019 March
A glimmer of hope for trial lawyers from three major corporations
2019 April
Not possible without support from sponsors and advertisers
2019 July
CAALA is going for its 37th consecutive Convention championship in Las Vegas. The number and diversity of attendees gets greater each year
2019 August
Lost nationally but found at the CAALA Convention
2019 September
It could change your auto-accident practice dramatically within three years
2019 October
When it comes to presentations such as Powerpoint, less is more says Brian Panish
2019 November
Some inspiration from CAALA members, especially our marathoners
2020 January
Reduce your email inbox by writing shorter emails
2020 February
Ominous results for believers in the importance of trial by jury
2020 March
Members and the President have different opinions about Judges
2020 April
While COVID-19 has caused CAALA to change, one thing will not change
2020 May
CAALA is one of a select few organizations certified to offer online MCLE programs
2020 June
Working behind-the-scenes to protect your practice and your livelihood
2020 July
“You can’t work at home without it.” Tips to use Zoom more effectively
2020 August
The member elected as Secretary begins a six-year journey to Association president
2020 September
Will He Go? Truth is stranger than fiction
2020 October
The vote was virtual, the stories were real
2020 November
A special look at the words and phrases that defined a year like no other
2020 December
The connection between the VP and the Association
2021 January
Positive changes to CAALA are overdue and necessary
2021 February
CAALA Vegas [[case]]will[[/case]] take place over Labor Day at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino
2021 March
The facts reveal an unexpected truth
2021 April
Book Review: The Way of the Trial Lawyer – Beyond Technique
2021 May
The 2021 CAALA Convention will be September 2-5 at the Bellagio Resort
2021 June
Implementing David Ball’s advice on how to change the image of trial attorneys
2021 July
Speakers and topics reflect social justice issues facing members
2021 August
Use the CAALA Convention for practical lessons on how to practice civility with the defense bar
2021 September
Work remotely or return to the office?
2021 October
Looking back 17 years and seeing CAALA’s future
2021 November
Farewell, thank you and words from some unexpected people
2021 December
