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Mediation in the Equipment Finance Industry
This article discusses what mediation is, what happens at mediation, why mediate, what to look for in a mediator, and how mediation is an underused tool in the equipment leasing field.
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What's New in the Law
Highlights of the latest equipment leasing cases from around the country.
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The 'Cat's Paw' Doctrine in the Second Circuit
Imputing liability to an employer that relies on input from a biased employee is known as the "cat's paw" theory of liability. Here's how this affects your practice.
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Court Watch
Highlights of the latest franchising cases from around the country.
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The Indian Supreme Court's 2G Ruling
The importance of due diligence and anti-bribery compliance programs when companies conduct business in countries that historically present a greater risk of corruption.
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Decisions of Interest
Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.
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Drug & Device News
Several items of interest to the med mal practitioner.
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The Propriety of Allowing Rebuttal Experts
Insights regarding the considerations every trial lawyer must make when assessing the propriety of offering a rebuttal witness or filing a motion to strike such a witness.
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The FTC Act
The pitfalls of an inadequate privacy policy; an analysis of recent litigation.
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Digital Music Provider Can Operate During Court Dispute
Like most 'legit' digital music services, MediaNet has yet to make a cent in profit. In fact, MediaNet offers a fascinating example of the recording industry's struggles to adapt to the digital age.
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