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Court Declines to Issue Preliminary Injunction Notwithstanding Franchise Agreement Properly Terminated
A federal district court in New Jersey found that a franchisor was likely to prevail on the merits and that continued use of the franchisor's name post-termination would create confusion in the mind of the public as to the source of the products sold, but declined to issue a preliminary injunction that would require the franchisee to turn over possession of the franchised locations to the franchisor. 7-Eleven, Inc. v. Sodhi, Bus. Fran. Guide (Wolterskluwer) '15,697 (D. NJ Feb. 9, 2016). There, the franchisee operated a number of 7-11 stores and was charged with having taken over $270,000 out of the business through manipulation of 7-11's loan.
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.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
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.
CLE Shouldn't Be the Only Mandatory Training for Attorneys
Each stage of an attorney's career offers opportunities for a curriculum that addresses both the individual's and the firm's need to drive success.