One of the hardest things in life is to take your own advice. This is especially true in sensitive situations that can impact your reputation. We always give clients the same advice:…
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Attorney-Client Privilege Under Attack?
The Ides of March came one day early this year. At first glance, a California appellate court ruling on March 14th seemed to imperil the concept that the work of Crisis PR…
Creating a Safer World
“I protect my clients from their employees,” a labor lawyer explained, summing up how he spends his days. “Interesting,” chimed in a Crisis PR strategist. “We protect ours from everyone — including…
“You Lose.”
There’s an old adage in Crisis PR: “Lose focus, and you lose control. Lose control, and you lose.” A prominent litigator smiled when he heard it. “My version is quite similar: ‘Never…
How’d This Mess Happen?
You hear the same questions every day, from non-profits and companies: Where’d all the money go? You mean those laws apply to us, too? Can she really sue us for harassment? It…
Fool Me Once…
Sin once, you may escape. Sin again, and you won’t. Generations came and went, but they endured. Oscar de la Renta. Ben Bradlee. Joan Rivers. Nelson Bunker Hunt. All were born in…
Best and Worst
When we do our job well, it is the best of times. The desire to edit another person’s words is almost irresistible. Not always for the better. Consider the publishing-house editor…
“Check Your Testosterone at the Door”
Don’t let the rush of a small victory distract you from your ultimate goal. In some circles, “attorneys” and “argumentative” are considered synonymous. But one judge had had enough. In handing down…