Archive for June, 2016
Foley Adds Experienced White Collar Litigator in Chicago
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Foley & Lardner LLP announced today that Zaldwaynaka (Z) Scott has joined the firm’s Government Enforcement, Compliance & White Collar Practice as a partner in the Chicago office.
Brian P. Corrigan Joins Farrell Fritz’s Estate Litigation Department as Partner
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Brian P. Corrigan recently joined Farrell Fritz’s estate litigation department as a partner.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Patent Review Process
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The ruling is seen as a victory for technology companies like Apple and Google, which have used the procedures to invalidate patents they believed to be weak.
Watchdog Group Denied Depositions in Third Clinton Email Case
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The ruling gives some relief to the State Department and Clinton, which have both been the subject of intense scrutiny over the private email setup that the former secretary of State used throughout her time in the Obama administration, reports The Hill.
Law Firms are Already Inside Some US Wal-Marts
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Evan Kaine, a personal injury attorney in Atlanta, wanted to offer his firm’s services to the 80 percent of all low-income Americans who have unmet civil legal needs, so he opened offices in local Wal-Mart stores, according to a report in the ABA Journal.
Contract Indemnity and Duty to Defend vs. Insurance Duty to Defend
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An explicit contractual duty to defend against allegations of negligence or breach by the indemnitor may well be construed to require such a defense from the outset, even when parties are still arguing over ultimate liability, writes Stan Martin of Commonsense Construction Law LLC.
What U.S. GCs Should Know About Drafting International Arbitration Clauses
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Kevin Perry and Joanne Elieli of of Cooley offer some insight for American general counsel on the drafting of international arbitration clauses, covering preliminary considerations and specific drafting issues.
National Insurance Coverage Team Joins Wilson Elser
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National law firm Wilson Elser announced that a national insurance coverage team of 11 attorneys has joined Wilson Elser in three offices – Chicago, Los Angeles and New Jersey.
Managing Risk in Supply Agreements: Perspectives from Both Sides of the Border
Event, June 23, 1 p.m. EDT
The webinar will cover risks associated with supply agreements; tools counsel can use to assist clients in managing such risks; and tips for addressing, limiting, and resolving disputes.
Survey of International Litigation Procedures: A Reference Guide
The International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Foundation has published its first Survey of International Litigation Procedures: A Reference Guide that offers an overview of the civil justice systems of 49 countries, including key aspects of litigation in each jurisdiction.
Gardere Partner Michelle Schulz Named Co-Chair of Firm’s International Practice
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Partner Michelle Schulz has been named co-chair of Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP’s international practice, effective immediately. She will lead the group alongside co-chair and partner Charles E. Meacham in Houston.
Ex-Countrywide CEO Mozilo Will Not Face U.S. Fraud Case
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Reuters is reporting that former Countrywide Financial Corp CEO Angelo Mozilo and other executives will not face a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit for defrauding investors in mortgage-backed securities issued before the 2008 financial crisis.
Webcast: Authenticating E-Signature Transactions
Event, June 23, 2 p.m. EDT
Remote e-signature transactions are becoming the norm as mobile customers continue to demand service on their terms – anytime, anywhere. But how do you know exactly who you are transacting with?
Indemnification: Are Attorneys’ Fees Incurred in Claims Between Contracting Parties Covered?
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Unlike most contractual disputes, it is not just merely the language used but also the circumstances in which the parties were contracting that will be determinative of whether direct claims are covered by the indemnity (and thus whether there will be reimbursement of legal fees), according to Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP’s Global Equity Watch.
Unanimous Ruling for Beck Redden Clients Statoil ASA and Fargo Acquisition
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The case, Brigham Exploration Co. et al. v. Boytim et al., involves Statoil’s 2011 acquisition of Brigham Exploration Company, Beck Redden said in a release.
Could $200 Billion Tobacco-Type Settlement Be Coming Over ‘Climate Change?’
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Seventeen state attorneys general are investigating whether fossil fuel companies mislead investors in public disclosures about the risks associated with climate change, reports Bloomberg.
The Cravath Pay Raise: Challenges and Opportunities for Law Firms
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As power has shifted to buyers of legal services and the options for legal service delivery have expanded, the idea that firms will be able to shift some or all of the cost of associate compensation to rate increases seems almost inconceivable, writes Stephen Poor, chair emeritus of Seyfarth Shaw.
FedEx Agrees to $240 Million Settlement With Drivers in 20 States
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FedEx Ground Package System Inc. has agreed to pay drivers in 20 states $240 million to settle lawsuits claiming the second-largest U.S. parcel delivery company misclassified them as independent contractors, it said on Thursday, according to a Reuters report.
Computer Use Policies – Are Your Company’s Illegal According to the NLRB?
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The National Labor Relations Board has continued its assault on businesses and their ability to legitimately protect their computer systems and information against unauthorized non-business use by employees, writes Shawn E. Tuma, in Cybersecurity Business Law.
Using Credit Enhancements to Minimize Fallout From Another Company’s Bankruptcy
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An article written by Raymond Patella and Michael Viscount of Fox Rothschild LLP outlines a handful of popular credit enhancements oil and gas companies may use to minimize their risk or exposure to a counterparty that they believe may be having financial difficulties.
