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Preemption Paradox

J. Christopher Allen, Jr.

The two recent Supreme Court decisions in <i>Riegel</i> and <i>Altria Group</i> are difficult to reconcile in fundamental ways, and, consequently, they did little to provide meaningful guidance to litigants and lower courts.

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Decisions of Interest

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Recent rulings of importance to you and your practice.

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Landlord & Tenant

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Recent cases of note.

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Development

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In-depth analysis of recent cases.

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The Leasing Hotline

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Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.

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Business Crimes Hotline

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Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.

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The Curious Case Of Bobby Brown v. F.L. Roberts

John P. McLafferty

In fiscal year 2008, the EEOC received 2,880 complaints of religious discrimination, up from 1,786 complaints received in 1998. In response to the substantial increase in religious discrimination claims, in July 2008 the EEOC revised its Compliance Manual and published Questions and Answers and Best Practices.

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Performing a Litigation Audit on Your Corporate Agreements

Michael Eidel

In the event litigation occurs, previously ignored boilerplate provisions may well determine who maintains leverage throughout the case and, ultimately, who prevails. This article discusses the applicable general principles and drafting considerations for some of the most frequently litigated boilerplate provisions.

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Bit Parts

Stan Soocher

Copyright Infringement/Parody Defense<br>Film Production Insurance/Green-Light Endorsement<br>Right of Publicity/Newsworthiness Defense

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Counsel Concerns

Stan Soocher

Malpractice Suit over Sound Recordings Is Reinstated<br>Counsel Withdrawal Motion Granted

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