Category: Digital Advocate

by Kristin Bjorkman Perhaps there are some of you, like me, who have seen studies that suggest having something to look forward to boosts your mood and lowers your stress […]

by Lindsey M. Welfley Editor’s Note: This article was written prior to the passing of Chief Bankruptcy Judge Joseph Meier. We extend our condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues […]

by Collin R. Flake “[S]peak clearly, if you speak at all; Carve every word before you let it fall [. . .].”  – Oliver Wendell Holmes[i] The recent increase in […]

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/*! elementor – v3.18.0 – 20-12-2023 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.svg”]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} by Nicole L. Cannon and Casey J. Hemmer Recklessness is not recognized as a separate tort in Idaho […]

by Stephen L. Adams and W. Christopher Pooser A motion for reconsideration is a standard motion in civil practice, and most times such motions are addressed pro forma. However, such […]

by Michael G. Brady I frequently receive calls from members of the Bar asking questions about uninsured motorist (“UM”) and underinsured motorist (“UIM”) policy coverages. After listening patiently to the […]

by Stephen L. Adams When it comes to instructing the jury, the parties provide the facts to the jury and the court provides the law. In my experience, this can […]

by Fonda L. Jovick, President, Idaho Law Foundation Happy New Year to you and your loved ones! I hope that you had a wonderful holiday season and are as excited […]

by Gary L. Cooper I know this will be published in the January issue of The Advocate. I am writing it in late November. In fact, I have procrastinated and […]