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September 01, 2018

Assignment of Right to Purchase Held Not Fraudulent

Disney Claims over Party Characters Partially Dismissed

September 01, 2018

Disney Enterprises has been handed a setback in an ill-conceived lawsuit: Going after people who dress up as Disney-owned characters like Elsa from Frozen or Chewbacca from Star Wars to perform at children's birthday parties.

Law Firm Leadership: What is Legal Design Thinking?

September 01, 2018

While Design Thinking — a creative process for innovation — has become a staple topic in MBA programs and tech companies, it is just now showing up in law practice management circles.

What Is Legal Design Thinking?

September 01, 2018

Design Thinking — a creative process for innovation — has become a staple topic in MBA programs and tech companies, it is just now showing up in law practice management circles.

'Secured Lender's Corner:' Protecting the Secured Lender Before a Mortgagor or Lessee Files Bankruptcy

September 01, 2018

It is important for a secured lender to protect itself when entering a transaction with a borrower or lessee to avoid a total loss if the borrower or lessee files a bankruptcy petition or if the leased equipment is damaged, missing or both.

Opportunity Zones and Commercial Real Estate

September 01, 2018

One of the many provisions of last year's tax overhaul was the creation of a little-noticed program called Opportunity Zones, which was designed to give investors tax breaks for investments in designated areas. Now, attention is starting to pick up as the program takes shape.

The Price to Pay for De Novo Review of PTO Decisions

September 01, 2018

NantKwest v IancuThe Federal Circuit sitting en banc reversed its own prior ruling and held that “all expenses of the proceeding” does not include attorneys' fees.

Real Property Law

September 01, 2018

Temple Awarded Specific Performance of Agreement to Reconvey Inadequacy of Sale Price Insufficient to Set Aside Foreclosure Sale Questions of Fact About Purchaser's Ability to Perform Knowledge of True Owner's Claim Does Not Defeat Adverse Possession Defense Contract Vendee Entitled to Specific Performance Land Seller Did Not Violate General Business Law Section 349 Statute of Limitations Bars Foreclosure Claim

Swiss Bank Pays for Helping U.S. Clients Evade Taxes

September 01, 2018

Here's a sure way to lose half your cooperation credit in a federal investigation: Let your in-house counsel advise employees not to cooperate with U.S. prosecutors.

Professional Development: Overcoming Business Networking Anxiety: It Just Takes Practice

September 01, 2018

Coffees, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners and receptions are all part of doing business; they are also essential to attracting business. These situations, however, can be uncomfortable. But there are ways to overcome the discomfort. The following are a few tips that will help you feel prepared and confident in networking situations.

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Generative AI and the 2024 Elections: Risks, Realities, and Lessons for Businesses
GenAI's ability to produce highly sophisticated and convincing content at a fraction of the previous cost has raised fears that it could amplify misinformation. The dissemination of fake audio, images and text could reshape how voters perceive candidates and parties. Businesses, too, face challenges in managing their reputations and navigating this new terrain of manipulated content.
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How Secure Is the AI System Your Law Firm Is Using?
What Law Firms Need to Know Before Trusting AI Systems with Confidential Information In a profession where confidentiality is paramount, failing to address AI security concerns could have disastrous consequences. It is vital that law firms and those in related industries ask the right questions about AI security to protect their clients and their reputation.
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Pleading Importation: ITC Decisions Highlight Need for Adequate Evidentiary Support
The International Trade Commission is empowered to block the importation into the United States of products that infringe U.S. intellectual property rights, In the past, the ITC generally instituted investigations without questioning the importation allegations in the complaint, however in several recent cases, the ITC declined to institute an investigation as to certain proposed respondents due to inadequate pleading of importation.
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Authentic Communications Today Increase Success for Value-Driven Clients
As the relationship between in-house and outside counsel continues to evolve, lawyers must continue to foster a client-first mindset, offer business-focused solutions, and embrace technology that helps deliver work faster and more efficiently.
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Warehouse Liability: Know Before You Stow!
As consumers continue to shift purchasing and consumption habits in the aftermath of the pandemic, manufacturers are increasingly reliant on third-party logistics and warehousing to ensure their products timely reach the market.
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