Archive for May, 2017
How a Supreme Court Ruling on Printer Cartridges Changes What It Means to Buy Almost Anything
News
The U.S. Supreme Court has handed a victory to consumer groups in a case about printer cartridges that has huge implications for the way we think about technology ownership in America, and your rights as a user, according to The Washington Post.
Big Law Attorneys Think Twice About Trump Labor Gig
News
The search for political appointees to the DOL appears to be impeded by a shrinking pool of private attorneys willing to incur a lifelong Trump association, according to Bloomberg Law.
Supreme Court Suspends Wrong Lawyer Over ‘Mistaken Identity’
News
When the Supreme Court suspended a prominent Massachusetts lawyer and threatened him with disbarment, it started a Boston legal drama that took two weeks to resolve, reports the Associated Press.
Using Technology and Contract Terms to Avoid Vendor Lock-In
Insight
The efficiency and low cost of using cloud services, including form vendor agreements that are provided with such services, can lead to vendor lock-in, making it difficult and expensive to migrate applications in-house or to a new provider, according to Morgan Lewis’ Tech & Sourcing blog.
It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Sues for Breach of Contract
Insight
A recent federal court case analyzed the ability of a lender to act upon stock pledged to secure a loan, and provides insight into valuable language to be included in the loan documentation, explains Loeb & Loeb LLP.
National Survey on Restrictive Covenants
Insight
The guide gives details about each state’s factors on the topics of non-competes, non-solicitation, non-hire/”raiding,” and confidential information.
Corporate Partner Richard Kaye Joins Barnes & Thornburg’s Atlanta Office
News
Barnes & Thornburg LLP has added Richard Kaye to its Atlanta office as a partner in the Corporate Department, where he works on domestic and international transactions.
CVS’s Omnicare to Pay $23 Million to Resolve U.S. Kickback Case
News
Reuters is reporting CVS Health Corp’s Omnicare unit has agreed to pay $23 million to resolve a whistleblower lawsuit alleging that it took kickbacks from a drugmaker to promote two antidepressants, according to settlement papers.
Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind
On-Demand
Foley Hoag’s Energy and Cleantech practice and NECEC have posted an on-demand webinar with offshore wind developers, leading public officials, investors and experts at the cutting edge of the Northeast’s emerging offshore wind market.
Bradley Partner Paul Compton to be Nominated to Serve as U.S. HUD General Counsel
News
Paul Compton currently serves as leader of Bradley’s Affordable Housing and Community Development practice, a member of the firm’s Banking & Financial Services group and Chair of the firm’s Finance Committee.
Preparing for Your Professional Headshot
Insight
Photographers for lawyers are relying on a series of ‘environmental’ photo backgrounds, full body–length images, candid poses and other techniques that can add distinction and a degree of personality, according to Androvett Legal Media and Marketing.
The Scope of AIA’s Estoppel Provision: Are We Still Flying Blind Six Years Later?
Event, May 31, 11 a.m. CDT
Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP will present a free webinar, “The Scope of AIA’s Estoppel Provision: Are We Still Flying Blind Six Years Later?,” featuring Fitch Even partner Eric L. Broxterman.
Prevent Autodesk Business Disputes from Turning into an Audit
Insight
Keli Johnson Swan of Scott & Scott LLP offers some tips for navigating the self-assessment process and reaching a resolution for any licensing disputes for AutoDesk.
LexisNexis Launches Practice Guide with Litigator-Author James Wagstaffe
Insight
LexisNexis announced the launch of an industry first for legal research– a new practice guide (in video format) for US-based pre-trial civil procedure in partnership with renowned litigator and author James Wagstaffe.
Lynn Pinker Cox & Hurst Ranked Band 1 By Chambers & Partners
News
Lynn Pinker Cox & Hurst has been ranked by Chambers & Partners as a Band 1 law firm in General Commercial Litigation. Lynn Pinker Cox & Hurst is one of four firms to be ranked Band 1 in Texas.
Dechert Lets Multiple Associates Go After Performance Reviews
News
Dechert’s announcement this week that it has laid off several associates after a round of performance reviews may signal a boldness and lack of concern for public criticism that could spell trouble across the industry, writes Joe Patrice for Above the Law.
Uber Looking for New General Counsel Amid Increasingly Dicey Legal Issues
News
Recode.net reports that Uber’s search for a new general counsel could be interesting, considering the company’s many thorny legal issues.
Akerman Adds Financial Litigator Brian Fraser in New York
News
Akerman LLP announced the of partner Brian Fraser in the firm’s New York office. He previously was with Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP.
Gardere Expands Financial Restructuring and Reorganization Practice in Dallas
News
Frank J. Wright, C. Ashley Ellis and Erin C. McGee have joined Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP’s Financial Restructuring and Reorganization Practice in the Dallas office.
Download: In-House Counsel’s Legaltech Buyer’s Guide
Insight
The LawGeex book includes practical advice based on dozens of interviews, real life experiences and personal recommendations from in-house lawyers and legal experts who have used technology to cut costs and reduce legal inefficiency.
