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The 'New Normal': SARS Liability Implications
Without disease and illness, there would be no need for life science companies or the products that they develop. Some modern maladies and ailments present more challenges than opportunities for biotech and medical device firms. Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and comparable pathogens present medical device and life science manufacturers with new and daunting risks. One such peril lies in the realm of product liability.
The issue of product liability from SARS cases is a particularly ripe one, given that on Jan. 24, the first class action was commenced in Ontario, Canada, relating to last years' SARS outbreak. The claim seeks damages against the City of Toronto, Health Canada and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. The claim relates to the second outbreak (after officials thought the first outbreak had been contained) and alleges that officials were lax and failed to take protective steps that would have prevented additional transmission. To date, however, it does not appear that any manufacturers have yet been sued as a result of the SARS outbreak.
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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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.