A Negative Light
September 29, 2009
The Florida Supreme Court recently ruled that false light invasion of privacy is not a valid cause of action in Florida, opting instead for a new claim titled "defamation by implication."
Protecting Your Client's Maintenance Rights
September 29, 2009
In high net worth divorce cases, the amount of maintenance to be paid to the non-wage earner spouse is often a critical issue for determination. In those situations, a family law practitioner should seriously consider using a lifestyle expert to assist the court in establishing lifestyle and reasonable living expenses.
Responding to Client Calls for Value
September 25, 2009
Over the past year, market dynamics have aligned, creating an opportunity to transform services provided by law firms in order to better meet or exceed client demands.
Billing and Collections
September 25, 2009
Opportunities exist in the back office for law firms to reduce administrative expenses, improve cash management, and increase staff performance to optimize and deliver exceptional customer service. Trends suggest that by focusing on the billing and collections function, a firm may find success in achieving these objectives.
What's Your Practice Worth?
September 25, 2009
Law firms, because of caseload analysis and the project-oriented nature of their work, are notoriously hard to value, even more so than accounting firms and other professional service industries where there is an established schedule of work for at least a 12-month period.
Are You Thinking About China?
September 25, 2009
If you have been thinking about entering the China market to diversify your revenue stream, here are some legal issues to consider.
New 'Dualing' Amendments to Dealer-Protection Laws Pass Legislatures
September 25, 2009
Many auto dealer contracts prohibit "dualing," that is, operating competing linemakes out of the same facility. Under new legislation passed in some states, automobile manufacturers could be forced to allow dualing, notwithstanding any terms to the contrary in written agreements and trademark laws.
News Briefs
September 25, 2009
Highlights of the latest franchising news from around the country.
Court Watch
September 25, 2009
Highlights of the latest franchising cases from around the country.
Employee Free Choice Act Slowed, But Not Dead
September 25, 2009
Although passage of the federal Employee Free Choice Act ("EFCA") has taken a distant back seat to health care reform, the proposed changes to workplace unionization and collective bargaining rules have significant potential impacts for business owners.
