Publication Announcements and Reviews

September 25, 2008

Law Library of Congress: Redesigned Global Legal Monitor Launched

The following is from an announcement received from Emily Carr, Legal Reference Specialist, Law Library of Congress, on September 24, 2008. It should be of great interest to all who need to follow foreign and international developments in the law.

Redesigned Global Legal Monitor Launched

The Law Library of Congress is pleased to announce the launch of the redesigned Global Legal Monitor [http://www.loc.gov/lawweb/servlet/lloc_news?home]. The Global Legal Monitor has transformed from a monthly published PDF to a dynamic continuously updated website. The new Global Legal Monitor has the ability to view legal developments by topic [http://www.loc.gov/lawweb/servlet/lloc_news?allTopics] (more than one hundred so far) and by jurisdiction [http://www.loc.gov/lawweb/servlet/lloc_news?allJuris] (over one hundred and fifty). The content of the Global Legal Monitor can also be searched through its advanced search interface.

September 24, 2008

Publication Announcement: Marketing the Law Firm: Business Development Techniques

by David Badertscher

Published by Research and Markets Ltd.

” ‘Sally Schmidt’s book, Marketing the Law Firm: Business Development Techniques, is a bible, a must-read, and a springboard to law firm marketing for any new or seasoned marketing professional. Its frequent updates are easy to insert and the range of information is nearly exhaustive.’ -Rita Menz, former Director of Client Relations,

Patterson, Belknap, Webb & Tyler, LLP, New York

September 24, 2008

Book Review: Legacy and Legitimacy: Black Americans and the Supreme Court

by David Badertscher

TITLE: Legacy And Legitimacy SUBTITLE: Black Americans And The Supreme Court AUTHORS: Rosalee A. Clawson and Eric N. Waltenburg PUBLICATION DATE: December 2008 PUBLISHER: Temple University Press PAGE COUNT: 224 pp.

ISBN: 978-1-59213-903-3

PRICE: $23.95

September 23, 2008

New State Bibliographies from the AALL Government Documents SIS

by David Badertscher

The GD-SIS Publications Committee is proud to announce three new bibliographies ready for purchase.

1. State Documents Bibliography: Washington, DC (series # 3-74)

2. Selective Annotated Bibliography of Delaware State Documents and Other Resources Used in Delaware Legal Research (Series # 3-73)

September 19, 2008

The Jury Expert: The Art and Science of Litigation and Advocacy

by David Badertscher

Volume 20 Issue 3 September 2008

Table of Contents

The Preparation of Narcissistic Witnesses

September 15, 2008

American Libraries Direct September 10, 2008

by David Badertscher

The e-newsletter of the American Library Association*.

Critics revisit library incident that paints Palin as censor

“Journalists and bloggers scrutinizing Sarah Palin’s record of public service have made national news out of a 1996 library incident in Wasilla, Alaska, where the Republican vice-presidential nominee was then mayor. The story that has emerged-in countless reports, from the blogosphere to the New York Times-paints Palin as a would-be censor and then–city librarian Mary Ellen Emmons as nearly losing her job for disagreeing….”

August 27, 2008

Wiley Blackwell Publication: Philosophy & Public Affairs

by David Badertscher

Among the issues of public concern with a philosophical dimenion addressed in some of the articles published in Philosophy & Public Affairs are matters related to criminal law and justice.:

“Issues of public concern often have an important philosophical dimension. Philosophy & Public Affairs is published in the belief that a philosophical examination of these issues can contribute to their clarification and to their resolution. It welcomes philosophical discussion of substantive legal, social, and political problems, as well as discussions of the more abstract questions to which they give rise. In addition, it aims to publish studies of the moral and intellectual history of such problems. Philosophy & Public Affairs is designed to fill the need for a venue in which philosophers with different viewpoints and philosophically inclined writers from various disciplines-including law, political science, economics, and sociology-can bring their distinctive methods to bear on problems that concern everyone”.

Additional information

August 14, 2008

Book Review: Three Generations, No Imbeciles: Eugenics, the Supreme Court, and Buck v. Bell

by David Badertscher

TITLE: Three Generations, No Imbeciles

SUBTITLE: Eugenics, the Supreme Court, and Buck v. Bell

AUTHOR: Paul A. Lombardo

August 14, 2008

Selections From American Libraries Direct August 13, 2008

by David Badertscher

The e-newsletter of the American Library Association ALA.*

IFLA Conference showcases Québecois culture

“Canada played host to the 74th World Library and Information Congress of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, August 10–14, in Québec. The annual IFLA conference is the largest and most diverse international gathering of library and information science professionals in the world. The five-day conference offered more than 3,280 delegates from 150 nations an opportunity to meet colleagues from around the globe, to hone their skills at 224 sessions, and to enjoy the cultural offerings of the host city. Kicking off an elaborate opening session, Canadian Governor General Michaëlle Jean (right) welcomed the delegates to the 400th anniversary celebration of the founding of Québec City….”

August 12, 2008

Recent ABA Publication Announcements. 07/12/2008

by David Badertscher

Witness Preparation for Deposition DVD and Witness Preparation for Trial DVD

By Jan M. Spaeth Ph.D.

“These DVDs provide real assistance to counsel in guiding witnesses through what can be a scary prospect. Not preachy or intimidating, these videos set just the right tone in providing guidance while inspiring confidence. After watching one of these programs, a witness should be much better prepared.”