Legal News

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2/19/2010	An Update on Lawyer Trust Account Scams Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2009	A Final Update on IOLTA Accounts and FDIC Insurance Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2009	“The Phishing is Good” - So Now It’s Getting Ugly Mark Bassngthwaighte, Esq.
10/26/2009	Managing the Client File through the Current to Past Client Transition Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/27/2009	No Good Deed Goes Unpunished Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/20/2009	Your Newest Risk Management Resource Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/15/2009	Is the Death of Professionalism Near? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/5/2009	Ethics and the Smartphone Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/3/2009	Ask the Right Questions When Purchasing Malpractice Insurance Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/29/2009	Little Things Do Matter Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/20/2009	Relief for the E-Redaction Headache Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/20/2009	You Can Get Rid of Your Fax Machine Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/18/2009	Tips on Avoiding Trouble during Economic Downturns Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/2/2009	When Caution with Intra Office Email Is Essential Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2008	Email Newsletters for the Non-Techie Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/4/2008	An Update on IOLTA Accounts and FDIC Insurance Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2008	Attorney Departure Practice Tips Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2008	Legal Malpractice Policy Purchase & Coverage Pointers Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/31/2008	The CSI Stick – A Cell Phone Use Game Changer? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2008	When It Comes To The Internet, “Stupid Is As Stupid Does” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2008	“Oh No!” Avoiding the Fallout That Can Come With Bounced Checks, Scams, & Bank Failures Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2008	Shortcuts to Avoid - The ALPS Top Ten Risk Tips Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2008	An Out of the Box Disaster Recovery Solution Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2008	You Don’t Get it Both Ways: The Problem with the Use of Waivers in Joint Representation Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2008	Ethics and Flash Drives Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2008	When Bad Things Happen – Managing Other Exposures to Risk Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2008	Staying Ahead in the Communications Game Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2008	General Guidance on Closing a Law Practice Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/29/2008	When “Free Public Wi-Fi” isn’t a Good Thing Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/29/2008	Counsel for Those Considering Establishing Of Counsel Relationships Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2008	Finding Comfort with Online Backup Service Providers Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2008	“Well What We Have Here Is a Failure to Communicate” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/20/2007	Bluetooth Blues Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/20/2007	The Necessity of Planning for Retirement Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/13/2007	Water Cooler Confidentiality - A Primer on the Ethics of Confidentiality for Administrative Staff John Lent, Esq.
11/13/2007	Can I Be Sued For Losing My Laptop? Chris Kang*
8/10/2007	Mark Me Out for the Afternoon Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/10/2007	A Caution Regarding Real Estate Closing Practices Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2007	How to Go Green With Printing Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2007	General Advice Regarding Office Sharing Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2007	How to Avoid a Large E-mail Attachment Headache Mark Basgthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2007	A Primer on Prior Acts Coverage Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2007	Managing Strong Password Policies (Updated) Mark Bassngthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2007	The Ins-n-Outs of Tail Coverage Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2007	But I Didn’t Get the E-mail! Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2007	A Caution Regarding the Use of Individual Attorney E-mail Hyperlinks on a Firm Website Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2007	Prioritize Email With Color Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2007	Don’t Overlook File Storage Concerns Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2007	One Way to Avoid Being Sued by Non-Clients Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2007	There Are Risks Associated With Personal Email Accounts Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2006	A New Year’s Resolution – Go Green! Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2006	Get to Know Your Clients Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2006	The Disaster That Can Result From Failure to Timely Report Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2006	Locking Out Access at Departure Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2006	Maintaining Client Confidences When Utilizing the Services of Outside IT Support Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2006	The Importance of Saying No Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2006	A Password Conundrum Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2006	Risk Management – Fact or Fiction Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/31/2006	Accountability for Accounting Functions Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/31/2006	Data Wipes - Not Just for the PC Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2006	Protect Client Confidences with iPIG! Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2006	The Importance of First Impressions Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2006	Losing Sight Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2006	Sample Internet & E-mail Use Policies Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2006	Resolving Conflicts of Interest: The Accountability Factor Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2006	“I Didn’t Know My Client Would Do That!” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2006	Presentation Details Do Matter Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2006	Don’t Overlook Portable Device Security Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2006	E-Policy Considerations Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2006	Risk Management Efforts Must Include Support Staff Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2006	Don’t Fumble the Handoff Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2006	Yes, Ask the Client. Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2006	Where’s the Beef? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2006	Ransomware: Another Reason to Backup Important Files Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2006	Yes, Ask the Client. Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2006	A PDF Update Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2006	Email Etiquette 101 Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2006	Preparing for Company Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2006	Those Darn Statutes of Limitations Dates Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2006	Keylogging – A Truly Hidden Danger Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2006	The Mail’s Here! Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2005	The Necessity of File Documentation Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2005	Understanding the Spyware Threat Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2005	Reduce Insureds’ Susceptibility to Claims (RISC) Visit Fee Schedule Changed Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/28/2005	Attorney Board Memberships Remain on the Radar Screen Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/28/2005	Laptop Tracking Software – The Last Line of Defense Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/28/2005	The Hazards of Working under False Assumptions Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2005	The Downside to Portable Storage Devices Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2005	The Importance of Finding Balance Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2005	Lateral Hires, Make Sure They Fit Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2005	Revisiting “With Free Instant Messaging, You Get What You Pay For.” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2005	Avoiding Problems with the Client Trust Account Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2005	Stress, Life and the Practice of Law, Part III Robert W. Minto, Jr.
8/31/2005	Microsoft Patches Alone are Not Enough Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/31/2005	Stress, Life and the Practice of Law, Part II Robert W. Minto, Jr. President and CEO ALPS Corpor
8/31/2005	Going Beyond the One-on-One Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2005	Problem Clients and the Lessons They Teach Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2005	Stress, Life and the Practice of Law Robert W. Minto, Jr. President and CEO ALPS Corpor
7/31/2005	Problem Clients and the Lessons They Teach Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2005	How to Clean Your LCD Flat Screen Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2005	Online Backup Services Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2005	Competency and Professionalism Go Hand in Hand Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2005	Solving a Conflict of Interest Problem Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2005	Don’t Dabble in PI Plaintiff Matters Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2005	Responding to a Successful Theft of Ones Identity Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2005	Vision as a Risk Management Tool Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2005	Tired of the Same Old Clip Art? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2005	Defining the Scope of Representation Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2005	National Claim Statistics Update – The Numbers Are In Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2005	Conflicts of Interest in Real Estate Transactions Rose Sampson, Esq.
3/31/2005	What Some Clients Hope You Don’t Know About Billing Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2005	Managing Strong Password Policies Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2005	Be On the Lookout for “Evil Twins” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2005	Why Professional Liability Insurance Premiums Vary by Firm Size: Robert D. Reis, President and COO
2/28/2005	Why Legal Malpractice Insurance Carriers Are Concerned About Class Actions Jim Michelson, Esq.
1/31/2005	Back to Basics in Risk Management - Documentation Stacey K. Smith, Esq
1/31/2005	Paper Shredders May No Longer Suffice Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2005	Risk Avoidance for the Attorney/Mediator Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2004	Effective Risk Management Practices Vicki Davidson, Marketing
12/30/2004	Legal Deadline Calculation Service Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2004	Fear of the Public Eye can be Disastrous Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2004	Appointment of Local Counsel for Public Defender Referrals - Will My ALPS Policy Cover Me? Kobi L. Gibbs, Esq.
11/30/2004	Effective Risk Management: Vicki Davidson, Marketing
11/30/2004	Electronic Watermarks Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2004	Launch John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron an ALPS Corpora
10/31/2004	Don’t Be Afraid to Report a Claim Michael Flaherty, Esq.
10/31/2004	Security Concerns with the Wireless Laptop Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2004	Case Expanding Continuing Representation Rule Illustrates Risk Management Pitfalls S. Michael Glass, Esq.
9/30/2004	A Caution Regarding Data Only Backups Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2004	Testing: QA & UAT John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron an ALPS Corpora
8/30/2004	How to Avoid One Hazard Associated with the Deployment of a Spam Filter Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/30/2004	Conflicts with Client Gifts Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/30/2004	Development/Implementation John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron
7/30/2004	Functional & Technical Specifications John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron
7/30/2004	Procrastination’s Dark Side Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/30/2004	Network Security - Don’t Overlook the Human Element Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2004	Laptop Battery Care Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2004	Issues Surrounding Attorney Departure during a Pending Malpractice Claim Jim Mickelson, Esq.
6/30/2004	Writing Business Requirements John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron
5/28/2004	An Approach to Technology Purchasing – 5 Part Series John Crocker, CIO, Enterprise Iron
5/28/2004	Claims Impact on Risk and Premium Stacey K. Smith, Esq.
5/28/2004	The Proper Care of DVDs Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2004	Network Surveillance Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2004	Look for the Learning with Claims Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/29/2004	HOW TO KEEP YOUR CO-COUNSEL FROM BECOMING YOUR CO-DEFENDANT Glen Lea, Esq.
4/7/2004	Business Requirements John R. Crocker, Chief Information Officer
3/31/2004	Managing the Client Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2004	Removing Metadata Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2004	Insurance Applications Say More Than You Might Think Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/29/2004	First Things First Robert D. Reis, President and COO of ALPS RRG
2/29/2004	Backup Frequency Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/29/2004	Know When To Say When Michael Flaherty, Esq.
1/31/2004	I Didn’t Expect This; Now What Do I Do? S. Michael Glass, Esq.
1/31/2004	Paper – From Archive to Information Gateway Jordan Lind
1/31/2004	Preparing for Laptop Failure Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2003	Risk Lurks in Surprising Corners Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2003	Plan for Hardware Upgrades Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/31/2003	Going Beyond the Data Basics with Conflict Systems Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/26/2003	A Friend in Need May Be a Malpractice Claim Waiting to Happen Maureen Hynd LLB, ACII
11/26/2003	Is it Time for Wireless in the Law Office? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/26/2003	Succession Planning: Diligence in a New Light Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2003	Screen Savers Can Provide Effective Low Cost Security Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2003	Getting Past Passive Management in the Small Law Firm Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
10/31/2003	Ethics vs Reality, , Whose Interest Do You Protect in a Subrogation Claim? Jim N. Mickelson, Esq.
9/30/2003	“I KNEW I SHOULDN’T HAVE TAKEN THAT CASE” Stacey K. Smith, Esq.
9/30/2003	Co-Counsel Relationship Problems Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
9/30/2003	Don’t Allow Your Computer to Run with a “Fever” Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/29/2003	Surge Protection Plus - It Isn't About Lightning Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
8/29/2003	Can You Keep a Secret? Three Simple and Effective Tips for Safeguarding Client Confidences Glen Lea, Esq.
8/29/2003	Is There a Down Side to Viewing the Practice of Law as a Business? Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2003	Become Your Partner’s Keeper Rob Tameler, Esq.
7/31/2003	Scanning Documents & Legacy Software Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
7/31/2003	Ethical Concerns with Firm Mergers Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2003	With Free Instant Messaging, You Get What You Pay For Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
6/30/2003	My Practice v. Our Firm Robert D. Reis, President and COO ALPS RRG
6/30/2003	Professionals Follow a Code Alain Burrese, Esq.
5/31/2003	FDCPA Claims on the Rise D. Adele Nighman, Esq.
5/31/2003	The Comfort Trap Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
5/31/2003	Fighting Spam (Junk Email) Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2003	Mirrored Hard Drives – The Overlooked Redundancy Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2003	How to Save a Little Time and Money at Client Intake Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
4/30/2003	Getting Past Emotional Responses to a Claim Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2003	Professionalism in Advertising Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
3/31/2003	Preserving Client Confidences Sean O’Neil, Esq.
3/31/2003	Give Your Client a Winning Lottery Ticket by Failing to Document Scope of Representation Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2003	Take Advantage of Your Learning Opportunities Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
2/28/2003	Dealing with Malware: Taking Care of What Antivirus Programs Miss Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2003	Get Paid – Not Sued Alain Burrese, Esq.
1/31/2003	Gramm-Leach-Bliley and Computer Security Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
1/31/2003	To Report or Not To Report - That Is Not the Question Rob Tameler, Esq.
12/30/2002	Why Good Lawyers Have Claims Robert D. Reis, President and COO of ALPS RRG
12/30/2002	Yes, There Really Is a Need to Document Non-Engagements in the Firm’s Conflict Database. Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
12/30/2002	Protecting Sensitive Computer Files Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2002	Heading Off Potential Problems with Broadband Connections Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq.
11/30/2002	Answering File Destruction Questions Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq
11/30/2002	The Statute of Limitation, the Attorney and the Client Sean T. O’Neil, ALPS-Corp Staff Attorney