On more than one occasion, we have discussed the Sixth Circuits use of visiting judges. Specifically, we have noted the Sixth Circuit’s heavy reliance on visiting judges. While the Sixth Circuit’s use has decreased, the percentage of cases heard by visiting judges continues to exceed almost all other circuit courts. In the review of case … Continue Reading
It can be easy to forget, but one of the most important things that happens early on in litigation is the establishment of a case management plan. The contours of that plan can become critical in the weeks and months after it is instituted, and when a party expressly shapes or endorses the plan, that … Continue Reading