Shady Clever

On a fateful day in 1929, the New Hampshire Supreme Court decided on one of the most important and influential cases in legal history – Hawkins v. McGee.  A seemingly straightforward contract dispute between two parties would become a landmark case in the area of contract law and civil litigation. Even today, nearly a century … Read more

In the landmark case Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Co., Judge Cardozo handed down a groundbreaking ruling that has since become an integral part of tort law studies. The case established the legal obligation of proving foreseeability and proximate causation in order to assess liability, setting a precedent that would govern American courts for decades … Read more

Pierson v Post, the landmark case of New York in 1805, is still relevant today as it set a major precedent for property law. For two centuries legal experts have analyzed and debated the implications of this ruling, seeking to better understand the underlying principles upon which it was based.  The ruling established a framework … Read more

When faced with a life-or-death situation, the question of need versus necessity often arises. In the highly debated true crime case of R v Dudley and Stephens, this age-old moral dilemma was taken to the courts in an attempt to define precisely what constitutes as a ‘need’ versus a ‘necessity’ under law. What followed was … Read more

Tips on How to Work Effectively with Your Lawyer Working with a lawyer can be a daunting experience, especially if it’s your first time dealing with legal matters. However, by following a few simple guidelines, you can establish a positive working relationship with your lawyer, ensure that you receive the most efficient and effective legal … Read more