The Grab Bag Issue: Articles Submitted by our Readers
Last year, we asked our readers what article ideas you had for the Contra Costa Lawyer magazine, and you did not disappoint. From the very specific to the general overview, you hit on every topic from Law Day and civility to the nuances of medical records discovery. While we could not fit all our favorites in this issue, we hope that these six articles interest you as much as they do us. We heard your desire for more mediation articles loud and clear too. Stay tuned for more of that in future issues. If you have a topic you would like to write about, please let Carole Lucido know. We are always looking for authors, guest editors, and future members of the Editorial Board.
Here’s what this issue has in store for you:
Geri Green and Zoey Surdis explain why we seem to be less civil and ways to fix that.
Kathy Chamberlain demystifies medical records discovery.
Kathleen Hunt discusses new estate planning laws and why low net worth clients may not want to take advantage of the new procedures.
Justin Sonnicksen explains workers’ compensation, which incidentally one of us has been spelling wrong for years.
Arvonne De Marco reminds everyone about Law Day and why we celebrate it.
Laura Alvarez shines a light on domestic violence myths.
Whether you call it a grab bag issue, a potpourri edition, or thoughts from the Bar, we hope you enjoy it.
–Corrine Bielejeski & Dorian Peters
Guest Editors & Co-Editors of the Contra Costa Lawyer magazine
A note from
Co-Editor Corrine Bielejeski
We have a tradition on the Editorial Board that the co-editors have staggered terms. I am thrilled to have Dorian Peters serving as my co-editor this year. Not only did he come up with the idea for this issue, but he has already worked on a few magazine issues and done so without expectation of fanfare or recognition. Dorian, thank you for saying “yes” when I asked if you would be my co-editor. I look forward to all the amazing editing and leadership you will provide our board over the next two years.