Legal Guide

On February 20, partner Neel Lalchandani spent the day at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law presenting at both a constitutional litigation class and a civil rights practitioner’s panel.  In the morning, Neel spoke with Professor Emily Rong Zhang’s 1L Constitutional Litigation course, which focuses on federal cases and statutes in the constitutional … Read more

In the wake of a DUI accident in California, victims often find themselves navigating a complex legal landscape, uncertain of their rights and the steps necessary to secure just compensation. This article aims to shed light on the critical aspects of DUI accident claims in the Golden State, offering guidance to those affected by such … Read more

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Brown, Goldstein & Levy celebrates the vital role of women in American history. We are proud of BGL’s first managing partner, Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum, and all our women attorneys who go above and beyond to bring the highest quality legal services to clients in Maryland, DC, and across the country. … Read more

Florida Sea Grant established a sustained student-focused research program on water quality in memoriam of the program’s recently passed director, Dr. Karl Havens. The “Karl Havens Excellence Fund” will support students and research at Florida Sea Grant affiliated institutions in the areas of limnology, coastal and estuarine water quality, and harmful algal blooms. Karl’s research … Read more

Student conducting research under the supervision of Dr. Razieh Farzad on cell-based seafood and aquaculture production at the University of Florida. Florida Sea Grant’s research projects are awarded on a biennial basis for two years following a rigorous review process in accordance with the National Sea Grant Competition Policy.  The competition is designed to help … Read more

Brown, Goldstein & Levy sponsored Baltimore magazine’s Women Who Move Maryland celebration for 2024. The Women Who Move Maryland is the magazine’s annual list highlighting exceptional women professionals across the State. Chelsea Crawford and Lauren DiMartino represented BGL at a luncheon on Tuesday, February 13 at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre. The event brought … Read more

The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that employees alleging retaliation under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) only have to show that their whistleblowing activity was a “contributing factor” in their employer’s adverse employment decision. SOX is a federal law that protects employees at publicly traded companies who report (internally or externally) what they reasonably believe to … Read more

Semi truck accidents in California stand out due to their potentially devastating outcomes. The sheer size and mass of these vehicles mean that when they collide with passenger cars, the results can be catastrophic, leading to severe injuries or fatalities. Unlike typical car accidents, semi truck collisions involve complex legal and insurance issues, given the … Read more

Current AI Trends and Tips By Anthony May The world of technology can be best summarized by Ferris Bueller: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” True to form, since my last blog, things in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the employment world … Read more

In California, rear-end collisions stand as a leading cause of road accidents, often resulting in significant physical injuries and property damage. These incidents not only disrupt lives but also raise complex legal and insurance issues. Understanding the dynamics behind rear-end collisions is essential for drivers to mitigate risks and for victims to navigate the aftermath. … Read more