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In-depth analysis of a recent case in which the government paid $45M to Northrop to settle trade secrets litigation.
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Development
Cases involving vested rights, and area variance denial.
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Bit Parts
Copyright Act Doesn't Bar Separate Attorney-Fee-Shifting Provision<br>No Federal Jurisdiction over Songs Suit
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In the Courts
In-depth analysis of a case involving potential criminal liability under the AKS.
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Business Crimes Hotline
A look at a key ruling of interest.
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Entertainment Law in Review, 2014-2015
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Cooperatives & Condominiums
Discussion of two recent rulings involving condominiums.
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Case Notes
A bellwether bone loss drug case is settled.
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Verdicts
Discussion of two recent important rulings.
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Med Mal News
Discussion of a case in which the Judge cleared up the intersection of MCARE and the Tort Claims Act.
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