While we all continue to keep up with the ever-evolving world of school security, we are constantly presented with new and possibly unfamiliar vocabulary. One that is most familiar among students and parents is “lockdown.” Whether schools are participating in drills or have to implement a real-life...

As court operations are approaching a new normal, many court administrators and judges face questions about future space usage. Will virtual hearings and proceedings reduce the need for courtroom space? Will the transition to fully remote or hybrid work for court staff remain in place for the long...

The lockdown drill addresses school security issues at the forefront of parental concerns. Many states now mandate multiple lockdown drills each school year to teach students and staff members how to handle emergencies. Most parents did not experience lockdown drills during their academic years....

Several years ago, I wrote, “10 Rules to Open Office Etiquette Brought to You by Miss Open Office Manners.” Boy, have times changed since then, particularly in light of COVID. Employers now realize that it is just as efficient (and in many cases, more so) for employees to telework at least part of...

Evictions are rising across the country. Beginning in March 2020, a patchwork of federal, state, and local eviction moratoriums were enacted as a response to the direct and indirect effects of the COVID pandemic. But the moratoriums were largely lifted between the end of 2021 and mid-2022. Since...