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In the Marketplace
In a recent forecast, R. L. Polk & Co., a Southfield, MI based automotive information and marketing solutions provider, concluded that while the commercial vehicle market will begin growing again in 2010, volumes will still be significantly below 2005-2007 levels through 2013.
According to Polk, in 2006, commercial vehicle registrations reached their peak volume of 802,100, with 448,200 heavy trucks (GVW 6-8) and 353,900 medium trucks (GVW 3-5). Last year, however, the total commercial vehicle registration volume fell to 485,000. Continued economic difficulties have resulted in a forecasted volume of 380,600 in 2009. As the economy recovers after a projected “bottoming out” of the housing market in July 2009, commercial vehicle sales are expected to trend upward. By 2013, total commercial vehicle registrations are expected to hit 583,900 (approximately 317,000 GVW 3-5 and 267,000 GVW 6-8 vehicles), still well below pre-2008 volumes.
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.
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.
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.
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.