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COVID-19: Economic Stimulus and SBA Loans

November 01, 2021

A summary of information on the various provisions under the new federal economic stimulus package.

How Disney's Motion to Compel Arbitration of Scarlett Johansson's Lawsuit Over 'Day-and-Date' Release of Black Widow Movie Might Have Played Out

October 01, 2021

Johansson alleges that, in order to generate new subscribers for Disney+, Disney intentionally interfered with her talent agreement with Disney affiliate Marvel Studios for her featured role in Black Widow — and thus allegedly induced Marvel to breach a promise in the Johansson/Marvel agreement for the film to be initially distributed in exclusive "wide theatrical release." Updated Oct. 1 to reflect a confidential settlement reached in the case.

Procuring Talent Through 'Acquihire' Agreements

October 01, 2021

The gold in the gold rush in tech M&A is talent to develop and integrate artificial intelligence technology. Faced with a shortage in skilled employees, buyers are using "acquihires," a discreet M&A strategy that oftentimes flies under the news radar, to bolster AI benches.

What Makes Forensic Reports Different?

October 01, 2021

Why Are Courts Breaking the Rules and What Are the Unintended Consequences? A lesson learned by young lawyers everywhere is that internal, corporate investigations can be, and frequently are, privileged. However, it is difficult to square that concept with the recent spate of federal court opinions that have concluded that cybersecurity forensic reports generally are not privileged.

Court's Decision In Epic/Apple Battle Explained

October 01, 2021

The federal judge who presided over the antitrust showdown between Fortnite developer Epic Games Inc. and Apple Inc. found that Epic failed to prove the tech giant is a monopolist, but ordered Apple to allow certain in-app purchasing communications.

Appellate Division Upholds West Side Tower

October 01, 2021

In a dispute over West Side development, the First Department handed a victory to developers seeking to build a 39-story building on the block between West 65th and West 66th Street, and Columbus Avenue and Central Park West.

Electronic Discovery Document Review: The Power of Feedback

October 01, 2021

Human review of documents will continue to play a huge part in the ediscovery process. Managing reviewer training and accuracy can make or break the budget for your matter.

Sender Beware: Jurisdictional Risks of Pre-Litigation Communications

October 01, 2021

The Federal Circuit recently clarified — and lowered — the threshold to exercise specific personal jurisdiction over an out of state declaratory judgment defendant.

Accountability Questions for Business Development Coaching Success

October 01, 2021

Working with a business development coach is an investment in yourself that can bring about career success by having a deliberate strategy in place.

Selective Reassessment of Only Commercial Properties Violates the Uniformity Clause

October 01, 2021

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania recently analyzed whether the City of Philadelphia's selective reassessment in tax year 2018 of only commercial properties at current market value violated the Uniformity Clause and the Assessment Law's requirement that the City assess all properties annually at actual market value.

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