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No Reimbursement For Counsel Fees When Insurer Reserves Right To Deny Coverage
In Trinity Universal Insurance Co. v. Stevens Forestry Service Inc., No. 02-30442 (5th Cir. 6/18/03), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit, affirming the district court, recently held that an insurer is not obligated to reimburse its insured for attorneys' fees the insured incurred to hire separate counsel to represent it in a lawsuit where the insurer provided the insured with counsel but reserved the right to deny coverage and withdraw from the defense.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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Summary Judgment Denied Defendant in Declaratory Action by Producer of To Kill a Mockingbird Broadway Play Seeking Amateur Theatrical Rights
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.