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U.S. Supreme Court Strengthens Franchisors' Ability to Litigate In Chosen Forum
On Dec. 3, 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion clarifying the procedural mechanism for dismissing or transferring a lawsuit in which the parties to the lawsuit are also parties to a contract with a valid forum-selection provision. Atlantic Marine Construction Co. v. United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, 134 S. Ct. 568, 571 U.S. ___ (2013). Perhaps more important, particularly for franchisors and other business owners, the Supreme Court held that such contractual forum-selection clauses will be enforced in “all but the most unusual cases.” This ruling gives franchisors strengthened ability to litigate contractual disputes in the forum of their choosing.
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.