In this session 4 of 4 in the Fundamentals of Cybersecurity webinar series, Cara Wulf identifies how to ensure that good cybersecurity hygiene flows through a contractor’s supply chain. She discusses the Defense Contract Management Agency’s (DCMA) mandate to examine contractor compliance with Continue Reading
Preserving Your Rights and Avoiding Conflict on Construction Contracts
In the world of federal contracting, getting the contract award is only the beginning. The FAR imposes a whole host of obligations on the contractor, which govern the way that contractor should perform, how it should handle changes to the contract, how to deal with issues arising during performance, Continue Reading
CDA Claim Litigation and Appeals
Federal government contract disputes are unique. Unlike other types of contract disputes, where you can simply initiate an action in court, federal claims are governed by specific regulations, and must be dealt with using particular procedures involving administrative review and special Continue Reading
Breaking Bad-The False Claims Act
Government contractors must remain mindful of the environment in which they operate – one over which the False Claims Act looms large as a tool to prevent and punish fraud and threatens to turn a breach of contract into a major problem for contractors that could result in significant problems, Continue Reading
10 Biggest Bid Protest Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Maria Panichelli speaks on “10 Biggest Bid Protest Mistakes and How to Avoid Them” during the Challenge HER San Diego conference, presented by Women Impacting Public Policy. Continue Reading
Tactics for Combatting “Non-Traditional” Liability Theories in Drug and Medical Device Product Liability Cases
In recent years, the plaintiffs’ bar has increased their creative attempts to expand or circumvent traditional liability theories. Amy Vanni joins a panel which explores new theories of tort liability, as well as how to best combat claims that expand the confines of traditional liability during the Continue Reading
Intervention in Federal Bid Protests: Defending Your Contract Award
In today’s increasingly competitive federal market, protests are almost inevitable. Have you ever received an award notice, only to be told several days later that the contract is on hold, all because of a bid protest filed by a disgruntled competitor? If so, you may know how hard it can be to find Continue Reading
Understanding DoD Assessment Requirements: -7019, – 7020, CMMC, and Beyond
In this session 3 of 4 in the Fundamentals of Cybersecurity webinar series, Cara Wulf explores the presence of existing Department of Defense cybersecurity assessment requirements, including DFARS 252.204-7019, DFARS 252.204-7020, and the development and pending arrival of the Cybersecurity Maturity Continue Reading
LCJ Membership Meeting
Ed Fanning serves as Co-Program Chair for the Lawyers for Civil Justice's December Membership Meeting, taking place in New York City, November 30-December 2, 2022. The program includes a special meeting with members of the Advisory Committee on Civil Rules, an in-depth tour of the dark web, and a Continue Reading
A Little Help from My Friends… and a Good Lawyer: The Essentials of Music Copyright Law and Ethics through the Music of the Beatles
“Come Together” at the Law Center and learn the essentials of music copyright law with a little help from John, Paul, George and Ringo. Jim Jesse, Esq. is the founder of Rock N' Roll Law and the program presenter. His programs on music CLE have been very popular in other states, and now he Continue Reading