Archive for July, 2015
‘Peak Oil’ – Is That All There Is?
White Paper
The oil market is in a state of confusion, though several developments may serve to halt the momentum depending on their respective outcomes, writes Mona Dajani in a white paper published by Baker & McKenzie.
Physician’s Guide to Employment Contracts
White Paper
Kane Russell Coleman & Logan has posted an article by Karin Zaner on its blog, The Doctor’s Advocate, discussing 10 tips for physician employment contracts.
Kimble v. Marvel: Practical Tips for Extending Licensing Agreements Beyond Patent Expiration
EVENT, August 26, 11 a.m. CDT
Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP presents a complimentary MCLE webinar, “Kimble v. Marvel: Practical Tips for Extending Licensing Agreements Beyond Patent Expiration,” featuring Fitch Even partner Christine A. Pompa
Stradley Ronon Lands Commercial Litigation Partner From McCarter & English
NEWS
Stradley Ronon announced that commercial litigation and insurance attorney Mark D. Villanueva has joined the firm as a partner in its Philadelphia office. He was most recently a partner with McCarter & English.
Gardere Gains State-of-the-Art Office in Houston Relocation
NEWS
Although the firm will remain in Wells Fargo Plaza in downtown Houston, the office, spanning nearly 75,000 square feet, will be relocated to floors 20-22, effective immediately.
China Employment Contracts: Keep ‘Em Current Or Suffer Big Penalties
White Paper
Any business employing anyone in China without an up-to-date written contract in Chinese is at risk for a substantial penalty.
How to Accept SaaS Transactions
White Paper
In software-as-a-service (SaaS) transactions, SaaS providers often argue that the SaaS is available upon execution of an agreement and software delivery and acceptance is not required.
Jennifer Fraser Joins Dykema’s Washington, D.C., Office
NEWS
Jennifer Fraser represents clients in matters involving trademark procurement and protection as well as trademark and copyright litigation.
Quarles & Brady Named a Top Law Firm by Equality Illinois
NEWS
Quarles & Brady LLP announced its recognition in “Raising the Bar” 2015 by Equality Illinois, a yearly recognition of top Illinois LGBT-friendly law firms.
Effective Negotiation of Health Information Technology (HIT) Contracts
EVENT, August 11, 10 a.m. PDT
A complimentary webinar presented by Davis Wright Tremaine will discuss the negotiation of Health Information Technology contracts, identifying tips and traps based on real world experience with contract successes and failures.
Check Your Technology License: Payments May Be Unenforceable
White Paper
Technology license contract drafters can still achieve payment deferral and risk allocation without a long-term royalty distribution using creative and strategic provisions.
HIPAA Compliance as a Service
EVENT, Aug. 18, 2 p.m. EDT
Compliancy Group will present a complimentary webinar designed to help participants and their clients be compliant with healthcare regulations.
Kat Gallagher to be Inducted as IATL Fellow
NEWS
Kat Gallagher, partner in Beck Redden’s Houston office, has been invited to become a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers
Are Your Board and C-Suite in Alignment on Cyber-Risk Strategy?
NEWS
The National Association of Corporate Directors is offering a complimentary consultation to discuss a customized program for your board designed to help your organization’s board collaborate with management in setting the company’s cyber-risk strategy.
Dallas Sexual Assault Victim Awarded $21 Million Against Restaurant Owner
NEWSA young woman who was allegedly sexually assaulted in 2011 by the owner of a pizza restaurant in Addison, Texas, has been awarded $21.43 million following a four-day bench trial heard in the 193rd District Court in Dallas.
ILDE-Blickstein Group Conducting Annual Law Department Operations Survey
Survey
The ILDE-Blickstein Group Annual Law Department Operations Survey, in cooperation with Huron Legal, is designed for professionals who manage complex legal department operations for their companies.
Suit to Decide Whether Cities Can Consider Race in Awarding Contracts
NEWS
A minority-owned company is suing the city of Dallas in federal court for violating its own policy about awarding points for involving minority-owned businesses, reports The Dallas Morning News.
White Paper: Dealing with Contract Disputes
White Paper
Covelli Law Offices gives some advice on dealing with contract disputes, covering potential issues, performance under a contract, and the litigation process.
Bad Advice That Can Get You Sued for Software Copyright Infringement
White Paper
Scott & Scott offers some good advice to counter the bad advice some companies receive when they’re facing a software audit.
AAA Revises Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures
White Paper
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman has posted an article about the American Arbitration Association’s revised Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures which became effective July 1, 2015.
