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Ford Settles Lawsuit Launched by Ottawa Dealerships
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice approved a settlement between Ford Motor Co. of Canada Ltd. and about 100 Ford dealers in Canada that will result in Ford creating a fund of up to $47 million (CAN) ($35 million (US)) to compensate dealers who claimed that the carmaker breached contract agreements when it decided to convert its Lincoln-Mercury outlets to the Ford banner. The decision by Judge Lynn Ratushny rejected an objection by two Ottawa dealerships that their share of the settlement would be insufficient.
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.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
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.