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New Online Whistleblower Complaint Form
In a move designed to ease the filing of whistleblower complaints, OSHA recently unveiled a new online whistleblower complaint form.
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The Expanding Role of the Audit Committee
The role the independent audit committee of a board of directors is becoming increasingly important as significant responsibilities shift to the board of directors.
Your e-Discovery Bucket List
In-house teams that have been subject to resource constraints and staff reductions must approach their litigation more thoughtfully and creatively than ever before.
Practice Tip: Avoiding E-mail Compliance Traps
This article discusses the challenge that technology as simple as e-mail can pose for compliance officers.
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General Personal Jurisdiction: Daimler AG v. Bauman
This article provides an overview of the Supreme Court's general-jurisdiction doctrine, discusses the recent decision in <I>Bauman</I>, and assesses the likely impact of the decision going forward.
Columns & Departments
Real Property Law
In-depth analysis of important rulings.
Columns & Departments
Landlord & Tenant
Discussion of several important cases.
Columns & Departments
Eminent Domain Law
Discussions about prior zoning classification, and condemning of property.
The Scope of the 'Mandatory Settlement Conference' Requirement for Mortgage Foreclosures
In response to skyrocketing foreclosures, the New York legislature enacted CPLR 3408. A recent case explores the statute's limits.
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