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The Role of the Appellate Court's Legal Staff

Clerks of Court and Deputy Clerks

The clerk of court is the administrative officer of the appellate court. The clerk's duties are set by statute. A legal background is generally not required to perform the job of...

The Effect of a Judgment in a Civil Lawsuit

When a court of competent jurisdiction renders a final judgment on the merits of a case, the judgment is conclusive between the parties as to the claims, facts, and issues litigated in the case. This article discusses the effect of a judgment in...

State Administrative Law

State legislatures have passed laws setting up various state administrative agencies. Some examples of state administrative agencies include public utilities commissions, worker's compensation bureaus, motor vehicle bureaus, and natural resources...

Using Mediation in Workers' Compensation Appeals

Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution. A mediator or neutral third party helps the litigants resolve their dispute through an informal process. The mediator facilitates negotiations and helps the litigants identify issues,...

Federal Administrative Law

Federal government agencies are generally established by law or executive order. For example, Congress has passed laws setting up such federal agencies as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...