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Easy As FMV: Modern Fair Market Value Renewal Methods

John G. Kelly

This article discusses the competing interests and criteria of landlords and tenants in defining fair market value, explores various mechanisms used for resolving disputes over fair market rental rates, and concludes with proposed language that represents a healthy compromise for both sides.

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Public Trust Doctrine Thwarts Willets Point Redevelopment

Stewart E. Sterk

In <i>Matter of Avella v. City of New York,</i> the Court of Appeals enjoined development of a retail mall on what is now Citi Field's parking lot, holding that the development proposal would constitute an impermissible alienation of parkland by the City of New York.

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Does the Auxiliary Aids Standard Apply To Websites?

Robert A. Naeve & Jaclyn B. Stahl

<b><i>Gil v. Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.</b></i><p>After years of demand letters, complaints and settlements, a website accessibility lawsuit under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act finally went to trial. The case is remarkable not just because it is the first of its kind to go to trial, but also because the court's opinion does not consider whether a website owner can employ alternatives other than WCAG 2.0 to make website content "accessible."

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Antitrust Corporate Dispositions

Marc Siegel

This article provides critical background on DOJ policy and practice, and highlights some of the steps corporate counsel can take during leniency or plea negotiations to secure non-prosecution protection for the company's employees as part of any antitrust corporate disposition.

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<i><b>BREAKING NEWS</i></b><br>DLA Piper Hit by Cyber Attack, Phones and Computers Down Across the Firm

James Booth

The shutdown appears to have been caused by a ransomware attack, similar to the WannaCry attack that hit organizations such as the NHS last month.

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New Research: Employee Privacy and Corporate Legal Risk

David Horrigan

The use of business email accounts and digital devices for personal communications can be risky for both employers and employees. However, employees of all levels may be commingling corporate communications with their personal information, according to new research.

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Patient Safety Work Product and Its Limitations: A Discussion of Two Recent Cases

Michael Petruccelli & Steven Osher

In the context of medical malpractice litigation, it is important for lawyers representing the injured patient and health care providers to understand the overall purpose of the Healthcare Quality and Improvement Act, as well as its limitations as far as patient safety work product is concerned.

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Uncertainty in China-Hollywood Entertainment Financing Relationships, But Hope Remains

Todd Cunningham

Uncertainty and the drumbeat of a possible trade war are ominous clouds currently hanging over relations with Chinese investors, several of Hollywood's top deal-making attorneys say.

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DOL Issues Final Regulations on Disability Benefits Claims Procedures

Jennifer S. Kiesewetter

As has been the case for several months now, health care legislation has been front and center. However, the DOL has recently issued final regulations impacting health and welfare plans that will become law, and are not up for debate, as are other health care changes. Here's what you need to know.

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Gain Without Pain: How to Maximize Marketing Vendor Relationships

David McCann

If you are currently working with marketing vendors or are in the process of retaining one in the areas of branding/advertising, public relations, business development, social media, blogs, website/graphic design, SEO, events or any number of other functions, it is critical you understand how to maximize this invaluable resource.

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