Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion is pleased to have been a major sponsor of the 16th annual Mary’s Walk and Kerrymen Pub 5K Road Race held in Saco, Maine on Sunday, March 16, 2014. Mary’s Walk began in 1999 as a unique way to recognize and remember Mary Kerry Libby, a much-loved mother, wife, sister,… Read more »
Employees Who “Bring Their Own Device” to Work (BYOD)
By Brian L. Champion. Long gone are the days when the only technology concerns with employees involved flip phones and hand held dictation tape recorders. Today, not only are employees more mobile by using their own personal computers, but smart phone sales exceed 500 million per year and the advent and sale of tablets is… Read more »
Brian L. Champion selected as a “Top 100 Litigation Lawyer” in Maine
Brian L. Champion has been selected by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA) as one of the top 100 litigation lawyers in the State of Maine for 2014. The ASLA is an invitation-only, nationwide organization of elite lawyers in practice today who combine stellar legal credentials with a proven commitment to community engagement and… Read more »
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC selected by U.S. News & World Report for “Best Law Firms 2014 – Maine”
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC has been recently honored with a recognition by U.S. News & World Report in its selection of “Best Law Firms 2014 – Maine.” Selection is based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations and peer review from leading attorneys in their field. With over 100… Read more »
Maine increases license suspensions for Operating Under the Influence
A new law took effect recently that increases the length of a license suspension for a first offense drunk driving charge, or operating under the influence (OUI) as it is referred to in Maine. Prior to December 1, 2013, the license suspension for a first offense OUI charge in Maine (without any aggravating circumstances) was… Read more »
Gene R. Libby recognized by Maine House of Representatives
Gene R. Libby was recognized by the Maine House of Representatives for being named in the 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The House recognition (SLS 716) also recognized Gene for being selected to The Best Lawyers in America for the past ten years. The recognition was sponsored by Representative Barry Hobbins, Representative… Read more »
Senate introduces Data Security Act
On January 15, 2014, Sens. Tom Carper (D-Del.) and Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) introduced legislation to improve safeguards for consumer information. The Data Security Act would require companies that accept credit or debit card payments to have policies and procedures in place to protect consumer data from hackers and to act on breaches. According to the… Read more »
How to Manage Competing Viewpoints as a Business Litigator
By Brian L. Champion. Typically, a business litigator is geared for battle, ready to seek justice on the client’s behalf, or to vigorously defend against an unjust claim. The client, meanwhile, usually just wants to get back to business; the case is merely an impediment. These competing viewpoints present unique challenges for business litigators. They… Read more »
New Maine law allows for future modification of spousal support award
The Legislature recently enacted a change to Maine’s spousal support laws. Under the older version of the law, a divorce judgment could expressly read that a person’s spousal support obligation is not subject to future modification. 19-A M.R.S. § 951-A(4). In other words, the Court had the authority to bind the parties to a specific… Read more »
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion Announce New Location of Massachusetts Office
Libby O’Brien Kingsley & Champion, LLC is pleased to announce that our office in Massachusetts is moving! Effective June 1, 2013, we will be located at One Burlington Business Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Our new address is 67 South Bedford Street, Suite 400W, Burlington, MA 01803. Our telephone number will continue to be (508) 479-1065.… Read more »