News Briefs
February 25, 2011
Highlights of the latest franchising news from around the country.
Court Watch
February 25, 2011
Highlights of the latest franchising cases from around the country.
The ABA Consumer Protection Conference
February 25, 2011
On Feb. 3 the American Bar Association held its Consumer Protection Law Conference, sponsored by the Section of Antitrust Law. Why should franchise systems' ears prick up? For starters, savvy franchisors should understand the larger consumer protection context in which their principal federal regulator operates — especially when most of the top decision-makers show up.
VA Bankruptcy Court Rules on New Value Defense and ' 503(B)(9) Claim
February 25, 2011
A recent decision issued by the Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia further calls into question the availability of a new value defense in a preference action when the amount claimed by the creditor to constitute new value represents an administrative claim under ' 503(b)(9)...
Bankruptcy Auctions
February 25, 2011
This article highlights the tension courts face between recognizing the finality of a sale and reopening a sale process if potentially greater value for the creditors exists.
eSignatures Support Lower Overhead Costs and Better Client Service
February 24, 2011
Signatures are critical in the daily work of a legal practice. The basic law of contracts is that a contract is binding if the parties agree to its terms. Signatures indicate that two or more parties have agreed on a particular matter. Signatures do not, however, need to involve ink on paper. In fact, there are many benefits to avoiding the physical signing process.
<b><i>Product Review:</b></i> Adobe Acrobat X -- Sleek and Efficient
February 24, 2011
Proponents of a nationwide flat tax argue that it would resolve decades of clutter and confusion and streamline the existing tax code. Adobe embodies this premise in the latest version of Acrobat ' the entire interface has been overhauled for efficiency and accessibility.
Clark Partington Implements Practice Management and Overhauls Network
February 24, 2011
Hurricanes have consistently devastated Northwest Florida and the surrounding areas, destroying offices, businesses, homes and more. Consequently, my firm, Clark, Partington, Hart, Larry, Bond & Stackhouse, learned some important lessons and turned its attention to technology that would protect clients' information and facilitate workflow at the same time.
No Surprises at LTNY '11, But High Expectations For the Year
February 24, 2011
Legal Tech New York 2011 was remarkable for its refreshing return to confidence. Attendees seemed to focus their enthusiasm on rekindling relationships and talking technology in more hopeful tones, with a joint mission of improving the industry.
