Over a generation ago, few contested divorce actions involved claims of economic misconduct. As the current recession deepens, these claims are not only on the rise, but they appear to be the rule in many cases.
June 29, 2009Mark Momjian
Over the past several months, law firms have discharged both lawyers and staff in unprecedented numbers. Although it may be too early to assess whether these layoffs will result in significant legal fallout, law firms may make particularly attractive targets for lawsuits.
June 23, 2009Philip M. BerkowitzPart One of this article, which ran in the May 2009, issue of this newsletter, discussed the differences between assignment and subletting and assignments pro tanto. Part Two herein explores some of the problems that can arise in a transaction involving assignment or subletting.
June 23, 2009Ira MeislikThis article addresses certain terms, provisions and concerns that should be covered in a tenant's lease transaction, which will not only be important if the landlord experiences financial difficulties, but will also assist the tenant if it should confront a difficult financial situation on its own account.
June 23, 2009Glenn A. BrownePart One of this article in last month's issue discussed a variety of methods to keep the tenant operating. The article herein continues the discussion.
June 23, 2009M. Rosie ReesPart One of this article provided an overview of the three common structures typically used in connection with syndication of equipment finance transactions, as well as addressed UCC issues and syndication of motor vehicle leases. This second installment discusses types of recourse to the seller; allocation of taxes, costs, and expenses; servicing; remarketing and residual support; and securities laws issues.
May 29, 2009Mark D. Kohler, Barry S. Marks and Alan J. MogolA New Jersey judge has dismissed a defamation claim by an Applebee's restaurant franchisee against a man who wrote online of sexual harassment of female employees.
May 29, 2009Mary Pat GallagherThe recording industry estimates that music piracy has cost it billions of dollars during the past 15 years. Facing the potential for an industry-wide collapse, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) undertook its aggressive litigation campaign to protect itself and its constituents from copyright infringement by suing individual file sharers. After fighting a public relations battle over some of its tactics, the RIAA has chosen to temper its aggressiveness. The RIAA is instead forming relationships with ISPs that maintain the online accounts of the consumers.
May 29, 2009Eric R. Chad and William D. SchultzMalpractice Suit Continues over Manilow Musical
Malpractice Suit/Lack of SpecificityMay 29, 2009Stan SoocherA roundup of noteworthy entertainment law firm and attorney movement and news.
May 29, 2009Compiled from Incisive Media reports