Archive for February, 2016
Startup Essentials: Structuring Equity Compensation Wisely
Event, March 2, 1 p.m. EST
Practical Law will present a free 75-minute webinar covering the types of equity awards commonly used by early-stage startups and highlight key reasons why certain types of awards are used at various stages of a startup’s development.
Preservation Case Law – Winter 2016
White Paper
Zapproved Inc. has made available for download a new publication called The Word from the Top: New Rules Amendments are a “Big Deal.” This resource covers the latest opinions and trends in preservation case law.
Paul Laurenza Elected Chairman of Connected Vehicle Trade Association
News
Paul M. Laurenza, Office Managing Member of Dykema’s Washington, D.C. office and a member of the firm’s Automotive Industry Group, has been elected Chairman of the Connected Vehicle Trade Association.
Justice Scalia’s Death Prompts Dow Chemical to Settle Price-Fixing Case
NEWS
Dow was facing a $1.1 billion judgment in a price-fixing case, but now Dow Chemical says it no longer thinks it could win its appeal without Justice Antonin Scalia on the bench.
Webinar – Navigating a Complex World: Ensuring Corporate Compliance Abroad
Event, March 3, 1 p.m. EST
Bloomberg BNA will present a complimentary 60-minute webinar March 3 in which experienced panelists will discuss how corporations can comply with laws in some of the most complex jurisdictions.
Judge Threatens Subpoena to Force Clinton to Turn Over Entire Email Account
NEWS
Federal judge asks: “How on earth can the court conclude there is not at minimum a reasonable suspicion of bad faith?”
Judge Sanctions Attorneys for ‘Intentionally Misleading Conduct’
NEWS
A King County, Washington, judge has sanctioned two attorneys hired by Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist’s office, citing their “intentionally misleading conduct” during a long-running lawsuit, according to a report in the Tacoma News Tribune.
Judge Gives Volkswagen a Month to Present Diesel Compliance Plan
NEWS
Volkswagen has been given until March 24 to present an acceptable fix for bringing nearly 600,000 diesel cars into compliance with clean air laws, reports DW Akademie.
American Rule Prevails on Petition to Vacate Arbitration Award
Article
While parties can modify the American Rule in their contracts, they cannot preclude either party from seeking review of an arbitration award when they have effectively incorporated the FAA into their contracts, reports Squire Patton Boggs.
Under Contract Law, Court Says Retirees Have No Vested Right to Lifetime Benefits
Article
Many companies that have previously deferred the modernization of their legacy benefits obligations may want to reevaluate the applicable agreements, as now may be the right time to press ahead with long-overdue changes.
How to Avoid Compliance Gaps with Autodesk Downgrade Rights
Article
Keli Johnson Swan of Scott & Scott LLP offers a few helpful suggestions to ensure that the software remains properly licensed and in compliance with the Previous Version Rights pursuant to the subscription license agreement.
Zapproved Sees Strong Market Momentum for Legal Hold Pro Including Among Fortune 500
Article
Zapproved, pioneer of SaaS-based software for corporate legal departments, announced strong momentum for 2015.
The 4 Must-Follow Lawsuits Challenging Cruz’s Presidential Eligibility
NEWS
The Texas senator now faces several lawsuits across the country — in Illinois, Texas, New York and Utah — that are bringing the candidate unwelcome distractions.
New York State Lawyer Pleads Guilty in $1.4M Scam
NEWS
Michael Lippman pleaded guilty on Monday to felony counts of second-degree grand larceny, second-degree criminal tax fraud and first-degree scheme to defraud.
Florida Lawyer, Arrested on Child Porn Charges, Accused of Abusing Minors
NEWS
A Broward County, Florida, lawyer, arrested on federal child porn charges, is also accused of abusing two underage girls, according to court records, according to a report from the Sun Sentinel.
Fortune 500 Companies Losing Revenue from Inadequate Insight into Contracts
Article
When companies understand exactly where their contracts are and, even more importantly, what is buried within them, they can make more informed decisions, according to an article from Seal Software. But sometimes even Fortune 500 companies have no idea what is lurking in their contracts.
The Top 10 Questions Facing the LNG Industry in 2016
White Paper
A prolonged LNG oversupply notwithstanding tapering Asian demand could be the most widespread industry impact in 2016, write Philip Weems and Monica Hwang in an article on King & Spalding’s Energy Law Exchange.
New Federal Bill Seeks to Limit Use of Arbitration Agreements
Article
Employers are advised to follow developments in the legislature and government agencies to curtail the use of arbitration agreements, writes James G. Ryan on the website of Cullen and Dykman LLP.
Clickwrap, Browsewrap and Mixed Media Contracts
Article
Two lawyers describe a case in which a signed contract did not include an arbitration clause, but instead included an Internet link to terms and conditions that included such a clause.
Kirkland Counsels EIG on Its $500M Equity Commitment to Rice Midstream Holdings
NEWS
Rice Energy Inc. has completed a $375 million equity investment by EIG Global Energy Partners, on behalf of EIG managed funds, into Rice Midstream Holdings.
