Mar 26 2009
Just a quick update that I’ve consolidated my blogroll into a single page on my blog. It was getting way too unwieldly and long for a sidebar blogroll (widget) that I had been using since I started China Esquire: Law and Business Blog. The problem is that since then, there have been many good Chinese business blogs, Chinese law blogs, and the like that popped up. (which is a good thing) And I am discovering new blogs each day.
Mar 18 2009
Looks like Chinese manufacturers are causing yet another legal fuss here. This time its drywall. CNN ran an article yesterday entitled “ Chinese-made drywall ruining homes, owners say“. It seems that people in multiple states–Florida and Louisiana–are having issues with dry wall emitting corrosive gases. And it’s gotten bad enough to not only trigger three law suits, but three separate class actions. (2 in Florida, 1 in Louisiana)
CNN reports:
Officials are looking into claims that Chinese-made drywall installed in some Florida homes is emitting smelly, corrosive gases and ruining household systems such as air conditioners, the Consumer Product Safety Commission says.
The Florida Health Department, which is investigating whether the drywall poses any health risks, said it has received more than 140 homeowner complaints. And class-action lawsuits allege defective drywall has caused problems in at least three states — Florida, Louisiana and Alabama — while some attorneys involved claim such drywall may have been used in tens of thousands of U.S. homes.
Mar 15 2009
Seems like the International Law Section of the California bar is busy this year. (it sure wasn’t last year as I recall) On March 24, its co-hosting a program with the L.A. County Bar Association International Law Section called “Careers in International Law” at Loyola Law School. (919 S. Albany St. , Los Angeles, CA)
No CLE credit, but its free, including a free meal. Which means that I highly recommend law students to hit this event. (and practitioners early enough in their career that they want to learn more about changing into international law) More after the jump.
Continue Reading »
Mar 13 2009
While I was driving this morning, I heard on National Public Radio (NPR) locally that James Fallows is speaking about China’s Economy this morning. (the talk is right now, but because I am in meetings, I cannot listen at the moment) He’s talking about his article for next month’s The Atlantic entitled, ” China’s Way Forward.” But I figured that some of you may be interested. Details about the program and link after the jump.
Mar 12 2009
It’s been busy at work, but its awfully hard to not post something like this when I see it. The American Lawyer ran an article (free suscription required) called “ China Gets Litigious” and it actually sounded interesting. (yes, I think I am a litigator at heart still…) Wang Shengjun, the president of the Supreme People’s Court laid out the statistics before the National People’s Congress. (and provided to Xinhua… not that I am surprised):
Litigation activity in China is growing at a rapid pace, according to a report issued Tuesday by the nation’s top judge.
Wang Shengjun, , described the increase in court cases in a speech to the National People’s Congress. Highlights of Wang’s remarks were provided beforehand to the official Xinhua news agency.
The actual statistics after the jump.
Mar 11 2009
Yes, a little close to the actual date, so my apologies. The International Law Section of the California Bar is hosting a program entitled, “ Immigration and Export Control Considerations in Employing Foreign Nationals“. This program is being held on March 20, from 3-5pm, at the offices of Cooley Godward Kronish in Palo Alto. (3175 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA) And from 5-7pm, there is a hosted reception–an added bonus so you can mingle with others interested in business immigration issues.
More about the program, after the jump.
Mar 02 2009
I decided to overhaul my blog site. I wanted something cleaner. However, I wanted to see what everyone thought. I have a few options.
UPDATED: the people have spoken and I’m back to my old theme. Thanks for voting! (You can see the choices I had opened polls on after the jump)
