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Mediation Before Litigation: Delaware Court's Expanded Jurisdiction Offers Remedy in Franchise Disputes
On May 29, 2003, the Governor of Delaware, Ruth Ann Minner, signed into law new legislation that may signal the willingness of courts to facilitate the resolution of disputes before the parties have passed the 'point of no return' and resorted to litigation. If the new model proposed in Delaware meets with success and is broadened and adopted by other courts, the development could be meaningful for both franchisors and franchisees, given that disputes frequently arise in franchise systems. Both would benefit from early resolution that would preserve the strength of the system and maintain the important relationships between the franchisor and the franchisee during the balance of the term of the franchise agreement.
Prior to the new legislation, the Delaware Court of Chancery was essentially limited to equity jurisdiction. See 10 Del. C. 1953, ' 341. The Court of Chancery's jurisdiction was further limited when a party had an adequate remedy in other courts. See 10 Del. C. 1953, ' 342 ('The Court of Chancery shall not have jurisdiction to determine any matter wherein sufficient remedy may be had by common law, or statute, before any other court or jurisdiction of this State.'). The new legislation expanded the jurisdiction of the Court of Chancery in two significant areas: technology disputes and mediation of business disputes.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.
CLE Shouldn't Be the Only Mandatory Training for Attorneys
Each stage of an attorney's career offers opportunities for a curriculum that addresses both the individual's and the firm's need to drive success.