Mar 26, 2026 | Drill Deeper Blog
“Comparative fault” is a legal doctrine that assigns liability and reduces damages based on the degree of fault of each party involved in a dispute. In 1979, Louisiana adopted Act. No. 431, implementing a “Pure Comparative Fault” system. From 1980 until 2025, this... 
Mar 6, 2026 | Drill Deeper Blog
For many years, the State of Delaware has dominated new business filings. Although Delaware may make the most sense for many businesses, some new business owners choose to incorporate under Delaware law simply because “everyone else is doing it.” Delaware offers... 
Feb 9, 2026 | Drill Deeper Blog
Whether in state or federal court, a cornerstone of civil procedure and trial practice is the motion for summary judgment. The basic tenants of the motion are well-known—a moving party prevails when there is no genuine issue of material fact, entitling it to judgment... 
Feb 4, 2026 | Drill Deeper Blog
Noncompetition agreements have always garnered a certain amount of controversy. That controversy reached a fevered pitch in 2024 when the ’Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule banning them. Although that rule was ultimately abandoned, the controversy... 
Jan 6, 2026 | Drill Deeper Blog
The United States Postal Service (“USPS”) has adopted a final rule (FR Doc. 2025-20740) adding Section 608.11, “Postmarks and Postal Possession,” to the Domestic Mail Manual (“DMM”) to define postmarks, identify qualifying Postal Service markings, and describe their... 
Dec 22, 2025 | Drill Deeper Blog
As the calendar flips to a new year, now is the perfect time for businesses to reflect, refresh, and refocus. Whether you run a small shop or a mid-size corporation, a year-end checkup helps set the stage for success in the coming year. Here are some key tips to keep...