Maine Hunters Navigate Legal and Ethical Gray Areas as Drone Use in Hunting Sparks Debate

AUGUSTA, Maine — As technology seeps into every corner of daily life, it has also made its way into the natural expanses of Maine’s hunting grounds. Drones, initially developed for military use, have now proliferated in civilian life, aiding in tasks ranging from agriculture to wildlife monitoring. However, their adoption by hunters for tracking game has sparked a complex debate about legality, ethics, and wildlife conservation. Maine’s hunting laws, established nearly a century and a half ago, face new challenges with the rise of drones in hunting scenarios. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are being … Read more

Goodell DeVries Earns National Recognition in 2025 “Best Law Firms” Rankings, Shines in Multiple Practice Areas

Goodell DeVries, a prominent law firm based in Baltimore, Maryland, has garnered prestigious recognition in the 2025 edition of “Best Law Firms” published by Best Lawyers®. The firm achieved national acclaim, particularly highlighted by their Tier 2 national ranking in Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions for defendants. This achievement speaks to their robust expertise and steadfast representation in complex legal matters. The accolades extend further on a regional scale, where Goodell DeVries secured numerous Tier 1 metropolitan rankings across a spectrum of practice areas within Baltimore. These honors encompass Commercial Litigation, Copyright Law, Health Care Law, … Read more

Dynamic Duo Breaks Away from Cacheaux Cavazos to Spearhead New Legal Firm with Diverse Practice Areas

Two former associates from the esteemed U.S.-Mexico law firm Cacheaux Cavazos & Newton have ventured out to establish their own legal practice. The move underscores a dynamic shift in the landscape of legal services that cater to cross-border transactions and disputes between these two nations. This new firm is set to incorporate multiple practice areas, reflecting the multi-disciplinary expertise of its founders. While small, this startup aims to leverage the comprehensive experience its founders have had at a firm renowned for its bicultural and binational legal solutions. Globalization and increasing trade between the U.S. and … Read more

Littler Dominates Legal Rankings, Clinching ‘National Tier 1’ for 15 Consecutive Years in Key Practice Areas

For the 15th year in a row, Littler, a global leader in employment and labor law representing management, has sustained its position at the forefront of the industry by securing “National Tier 1” rankings in several key practice areas. The firm’s recognition came as part of the latest Best Law Firms® results, where Littler’s prowess in Employment Law – Management and Litigation – Labor & Employment were prominently highlighted. Beyond its achievements in national rankings, Littler demonstrated its broad regional strength by earning “Tier 1” status in 46 metropolitan markets across the United States. From … Read more