In this episode of “Wait, What?” the guys discuss the impact technology has on medicine and medical procedures. Jason starts off the talk by discussing his grandmother’s heart surgery, using a pig valve. This sparks a discussion about the advent of drones as a first responders and whether or not it is actually feasible. The guys then talk about their comfort level …
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Thomson Reuters Releases Greenhouse Gas Emissions Data on Global Energy Providers
EAGAN, Minn. – Thomson Reuters today released new research – Global 500 Greenhouse Gas Report: The Fossil Fuel Energy Sector – revealing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data from 32 global energy companies, a key subset of the world’s largest publically traded businesses. The report, written in collaboration with global sustainability consultancy BSD Consulting, is the …
- May 21, 2015
- Alex Cook
Podcast: Deflategate and eDiscovery
“Deflategate” did more than just deflate the hopes of Patriots fans. The NFL investigation raised some interesting questions about the rights of employees when it comes to ESI (electronically stored information) on their personal cellphones. John Martin, partner and practice leader of the Nelson Mullins Encompass e-discovery group, says both employers and employers should take …
- May 21, 2015
- Leonard Lee
Thomson Reuters releases greenhouse gas emissions data on global energy providers
Thomson Reuters today released new research revealing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data from 32 global energy companies, a key subset of the world’s largest publically traded businesses. The Global 500 Greenhouse Gas Report: The Fossil Fuel Energy Sector, written in collaboration with global sustainability consultancy BSD Consulting, is the second in a series of GHG reports …
- May 20, 2015
- Alex Cook
Deceptive advertising and social media: Old rules apply to new media
This guest post was written by Char Pagar, partner and former member of the firm’s Executive Committee at VLP Law Group. Social media presents an attractive opportunity for almost every business that is trying to engage existing and potential customers. These media platforms can be easy to use, timely, and cost-effective. But, companies using these platforms to communicate should …
- May 20, 2015
- Susan Martin
Ill Repute episode 5: Deflate-gate and PR issues in the transportation industry
Welcome to Ill Repute, a podcast about reputation and the forces in the 24 hour news cycle and social media that inpact it. In this episode, I speak with our resident PR consultant, Leonard Lee, and Senior Communications Specialist Alex Cook, about the latest Deflate-gate drama, the recent Amtrak crash, and the public relations issues facing the …
- May 19, 2015
- Susan Martin
Thomson Reuters wins two Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve of MN awards
Our nation relies heavily on Guard and Reserve service. Employer support enhances retention rates in the Armed Forces and in the end, strengthens our national security. Last week, the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) of Minnesota recognized the most outstanding examples of employer support at its Annual Employer Support Awards Banquet, and …
- May 19, 2015
- Susan Martin
A mid-term check-in with FantasySCOTUS “player” {Marshall}+
We’re headed into the home stretch of the 2014-15 Supreme Court term. A good time to check in with {Marshall}+ to see how his circuits are feeling about his prospects in FantasySCOTUS. Q: {Marshall}+, good to talk with you again. First, how are you holding up? It’s a long court term and we’re already about seven months in. …
- May 18, 2015
- Leonard Lee
2014 Super Lawyers Pro Bono Awards recipients give a voice to the underrepresented
This post was written by Patrick Dunn, marketer at Thomson Reuters In our latest magazine devoted to the stories of the 2014 Super Lawyers Pro Bono Award recipients, you will read about lawyers giving back and making a difference with their exceptional pro bono efforts. This is the fourth year that Super Lawyers has had …
- May 15, 2015
- Susan Martin
Super Lawyers Names 2014 Pro Bono Award Recipients
EAGAN, Minn. – Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, has announced the eight recipients of its fourth annual Pro Bono Awards. The awards honor legal professionals, students, firms and organizations that demonstrate excellence in the practice of law by offering volunteer legal services to the poor, disadvantaged or the exploited. The 2014 Pro Bono Award …
- May 15, 2015
- Alex Cook