Investigating the Theft of Trade Secrets
A dangerous fact of life in today's financial firms is the threat of high-tech espionage, particularly theft of intellectual property by employees. However carefully the computer code is protected, there are always employees who need access to update, run and maintain it. And these binary crown jewels can be stolen with the click of a mouse.
New Bumps and Tolls Along the Road to FCPA Settlements
Foreign Corruption Practices Act (FCPA) is no exception settlements have moved from hundreds of thousands of dollars in the early 2000s to hundreds of millions in 2008. But the rise of anti-corruption enforcement overseas brings new tasks for counsel in FCPA investigations.
Litigation
Recent rulings of importance to you and your clients.
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NY Divorce Rule Freezes Couple's Assets Without Court Order
As of Sept. 1, divorcing couples in New York no longer need to seek a temporary restraining order prohibiting their spouse from the unauthorized spending, transfer or concealment of assets under a rule established by court administrators.
Resolving Family Matters in an Economic Crisis
While divorce lawyers cannot increase the income and assets of the party they represent, they can help clients by suggesting alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as a tool to save time and money, thus leading to satisfied outcomes for the clients.
A Proactive Approach Toward Estate Planning
Part One of this article discussed issues such as Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and guardianship. The conclusion herein addresses securing rights for the surviving spouse in a same-sex marriage.
The Non-Effect of the Recession on Downward Modification Applications
The first part of the article described the difference between court-ordered and agreement-based support and denial of modification without a hearing. The conclusion herein discusses recent decisions in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and New Hampshire.
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Case Notes
Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.
Plug Pulled on Live Video Testimony
Some important factors seem to be impeding a rush toward televised trials. A split decision by a New York appellate court, in the criminal case of <i>People v. Wrotten</i>, amply reflects some of the tensions. While <i>Wrotten</i> is a criminal case, the ramifications of the decision extend to civil litigation and potentially product liability cases. This two-part article will examine those ramifications.
Significant Class Action Win for the Pharmaceutical Industry in Quebec
On Aug. 17, 2009, in <i>Goyette v GlaxoSmithKline, Inc.</i>, Justice the court ruled in favor of the respondent GlaxoSmithKline Inc (GSK), dismissing a motion for authorization to institute a class action made by the petitioner on behalf of all persons residing in Canada who allegedly experienced dependency and withdrawal problems as a result of using the antidepressant Paxil.
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