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Franchisor Had No Disclosure Obligation to Renewing Franchisee
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has affirmed a grant of summary judgment to a franchisor sued by its franchisee for failure to make disclosures required by New York law, breach of contract and fraud. Rich Food Services, Incorporated et al. v. Rich Plan Corporation et al., unpublished opinion, 2004 WL 937260, CCH Bus. Fran. Guide Par. 12,798 (4th Cir. 2004).
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.