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Security Tips for Today's Digital Age
Computer networks and Internet use has become a necessary part of the legal industry, and legal professionals should focus attention on potential threats that accompany this use of technology. As dependence on the Internet continues, and the threats to computer networks increase, it's important to implement safeguard solutions to protect information security.
Any computer user that uses a laptop or desktop computer and has Internet access is at risk for common threats that can be easily prevented. Antivirus software, personal firewalls and other tools are simple to deploy and well worth the small amount of money it costs to ensure protection and peace of mind. But it takes more than technology to secure important information assets. While many legal firms spend a great deal of time and money fortifying computer networks from outsider threat, they often neglect the threat from within. Technology tools combined with knowledge about security threats and computer user guidelines can eliminate worrying about computer security from the 'to do' list and allow more time to concentrate on client relationships and business success.
The Article 8 Opt In
The Article 8 opt-in election adds an additional layer of complexity to the already labyrinthine rules governing perfection of security interests under the UCC. A lender that is unaware of the nuances created by the opt in (may find its security interest vulnerable to being primed by another party that has taken steps to perfect in a superior manner under the circumstances.
Beach Boys Songs Written Decades Ago Triggered Current Quarrel With Lawyers
There's current litigation in the ongoing Beach Boys litigation saga. A lawsuit filed in 2019 against Nevada residents Mike Love and his wife Jacquelyne in the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada that alleges inaccurate payment by the Loves under the retainer agreement and seeks $84.5 million in damages.
Major Differences In UK, U.S. Copyright Laws
This article highlights how copyright law in the United Kingdom differs from U.S. copyright law, and points out differences that may be crucial to entertainment and media businesses familiar with U.S law that are interested in operating in the United Kingdom or under UK law. The article also briefly addresses contrasts in UK and U.S. trademark law.
Strategy vs. Tactics: Two Sides of a Difficult Coin
With each successive large-scale cyber attack, it is slowly becoming clear that ransomware attacks are targeting the critical infrastructure of the most powerful country on the planet. Understanding the strategy, and tactics of our opponents, as well as the strategy and the tactics we implement as a response are vital to victory.
Transfer Tax Implications on Real Property Leases
The real property transfer tax does not apply to all leases, and understanding the tax rules of the applicable jurisdiction can allow parties to plan ahead to avoid unnecessary tax liability.