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Which Method Is for You? Not All Surveys Are Made the Same
As survey evidence has become increasingly common in litigation, it is important to remember that not all surveys are made the same. It's important to be able to identify the right survey methodology for the matter at hand. For this article, as for Part 1 and Part 2 in our series, we draw on our review of a set of over 300 cases involving survey evidence, including over 150 involving Daubert challenges spanning different survey methodologies. These rulings provide insight into factors that courts may consider when determining whether to admit surveys and how much weight to afford them. The appropriate use of survey methodologies frequently is a consideration in those determinations.
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Are You Famous, Among the Famous, or Both?
In consumer confusion matters, consumers may confuse a product from one company with a product from another. Eveready and Squirt are two common survey formats used in U.S. courts to assess potential confusion. Courts generally view trademark strength and marketplace proximity as factors to consider when choosing between Eveready and Squirt. (Note: The surveys discussed in this article typically are referred to by the names of parties or at-issue marks in seminal cases in which the methodologies were introduced or established.)
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Top 5 Strategies for Managing the End-of-Year Collections Frenzy
End of year collections are crucial for law firms because they allow them to maximize their revenue for the year, impacting profitability, partner distributions and bonus calculations by ensuring outstanding invoices are paid before the year closes, which is especially important for meeting financial targets and managing cash flow throughout the firm.
The Self-Service Buyer Is On the Rise
Law firms and companies in the professional services space must recognize that clients are conducting extensive online research before making contact. Prospective buyers are no longer waiting for meetings with partners or business development professionals to understand the firm's offerings. Instead, they are seeking out information on their own, and they want to do it quickly and efficiently.
Should Large Law Firms Penalize RTO Rebels or Explore Alternatives?
Through a balanced approach that combines incentives with accountability, firms can navigate the complexities of returning to the office while maintaining productivity and morale.
Sink or Swim: The Evolving State of Law Firm Administrative Support
The paradigm of legal administrative support within law firms has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last decade. But this begs the question: are the changes to administrative support successful, and do law firms feel they are sufficiently prepared to meet future business needs?
Tax Treatment of Judgments and Settlements
Counsel should include in its analysis of a case the taxability of the anticipated and sought after damages as the tax effect could be substantial.