“If one confronts the police, they need to be prepared to meet their maker.” — Police Commissioner Paul Rolle’s response when asked about the use of force by his officers in August 2020. In an op-ed posted on Eye Witness News’ online publication, author Devonté Hanna sought to highlight the many instances of “visible” police [...]
Professional development is a popular topic these days. We have the available resources to learn new skills with a click of a button. Although most Bar Associations are providing webinars and online trainings, options for legal professionals in the Caribbean to increase their professional or industry knowledge is somewhat limited. But why is professional development [...]
As someone who has been practicing law for nine-plus years, I can say that over time I lost the enthusiasm I entered the profession with. The question I began considering is, how do lawyers get inspired? Can the average, hard-working lawyer who isn’t partner in some prestigious firm or the lead in a particular field [...]
Some people are naturally excellent public speakers. They don’t stumble over their words, lose their train of thought, or get overwhelmed with anxiety at the thought of making a mistake in front of everyone. However, for most people, this is not the case. Public speaking routinely ranks as one of the top fears when individuals [...]
