LLRX Book Review by Heather A. Phillips
Heather A. Phillips joins LLRX with a regular book review column. This month’s titles are Evolution, Intelligent Design and a School Board in Dover, PA and The Supreme Court and the Religion Clauses.
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CongressLine by GalleryWatch.com: The Congressional College Caucuses and Boards
Paul Jenks describes the many informal groups, clubs, commissions and boards that comprise the exclusive members-only world of the Hill.
Burney’s Legal Tech Reviews: Gadgets for Legal Pros A Keyboard to Show Off to your Friends and Safely Jogging with Music
Brett Burney recommends a slick new wireless keyboard with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery and glowy orange function buttons. For jogging safety with the added benefit of listening enjoyment, Brett says JogPhones are worth a look.
Reference from Coast to Coast: Jury Instructions Update
Margi Heinen and Jan Bissett have revised and updated their guide to publicly available electronic versions of state jury instructions.
Commentary: The Showdown on Coal-to-Liquid Technology
Beth Wellington provides an overview of coal-to-liquid (CTL) technology and whether it is a viable new energy source. Beth documents the debate over this issue which includes voices from academia, trade associations, lobbyists and members of Congress, who have introduced a plethora of related legislation.
The Government Domain: ‘Insanely Useful’ Legislative Sites
Peggy Garvin looks at the expanding range of free legislative research resources available on the web, with a particular focus on sites whose stated goal is to enhance transparency and accountability, sponsored by the private, nonprofit, DC-based Sunlight Foundation.
FOIA Facts: Understanding FBI Records
Scott A. Hodes recommends that to secure a successful outcome it is important to make FOIA requests not only to FBI Headquarters, but to FBI Field Offices.
E-Discovery Update – Discovery of Ephemeral Digital Information
Conrad J. Jacoby evaluates the ramifications of the recent decision, Columbia Pictures Indus. v. Bunnell et al., and describes how digital information must henceforth be analyzed when creating an inventory of potentially relevant and discoverable information.
CongressLine by GalleryWatch.com – Parties and Partisanship
Paul Jenks comments on the role of party organization, power and politics in Congress.
Burney’s Legal Tech Reviews – Gadgets for Legal Pros: Tom Bihn Brain Cell Laptop Accessories and Compact Power Strips for Travel
Brett Burney reviews a laptop sleeve that is stylishly smart and practical from top to bottom, and suggests a solution for gadget laden travelers who are constantly confronted with insufficient outlets in hotel rooms.