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24-Hour News Cycle? Not on a Blogger's Life
May 30, 2007
Amid the screaming and righteous indignation of the Don Imus incident, communications crisis managers were learning their own lesson. And it wasn't that TV networks, hit in the pocketbook, can get very moral (we already knew that); it was that speed really does kill.
Let Litigation Support Take Charge
May 30, 2007
This article identifies select law firm issues that can significantly impact cost and speed throughout the entire case lifecycle, and offers viable solutions to dealing with them.
Sales and Service Strategies
May 30, 2007
Have you ever wondered why, when everyone in your firm supports the concept of business development, you just can't seem to get initiatives implemented? While business development inside a law firm isn't a new concept, many directors and CMOs have so far failed to recognize just how significant an impact these initiatives will have on the basic structure and organization of the firm.
Technology in Marketing
May 30, 2007
It's not just who you know anymore that counts in the business of law. It's what you know and how you and others can access the information when a client needs it. When a client calls and asks, 'Can you help us negotiate an acquisition of a power plant in Dubai,and do you have lawyers experienced with this kind of transaction?' how quickly can your firm respond?
Nine Years of Joiner: A Review of Appellate Cases Applying the Abuse of Discretion Standard to Daubert Appeals
May 30, 2007
In <i>General Electric Co. v. Joiner</i>, 522 U.S. 136 (1997), the Supreme Court entrusted district courts with the primary responsibility for applying the <i>Daubert</i> standard for admission of expert testimony. <i>Joiner</i> held that appellate courts could reverse a decision to exclude or admit expert testimony only if the district court abused its discretion. <i>Id.</i> at 143.
Getting Systems in Line
May 30, 2007
As law firms realized the benefits of having a billing system specifically designed to their needs, they sought out systems that could help streamline the then-manual processes for searching conflicts and managing client files. IT personnel are most likely more familiar with the processes involved in managing time and billing system conversions. However, the same methodology cannot be applied universally from system to system. For firms about to embark on records management or conflicts management conversions, recognition of how these key firm systems define and manage data is critical to ensuring a successful transition.
Net News
May 30, 2007
Ninth Circuit Hands Google A Copyright Victory in Dispute Over Nude Pictures
Professional Development
May 30, 2007
The author started conducting etiquette-training sessions in the mid 90s. The typical program focused on good manners and business protocol. Fast-forward to the new millennium and she is discussing etiquette topics that were unknown a decade ago, like appropriate use of cell phones, PDAs and electronic mail. Interesting thing about etiquette, she says: It constantly changes to keep up with society, technology and new business philosophies.
A Rare Extradition In IP Case
May 30, 2007
One of the first U.S. extraditions for an intellectual property crime highlights the growing sophistication and reach of cybercriminals ' and the extensive resources law enforcement must devote to reining in cybercrime.
'Dear Abby' Law Firm Blogs a No-No, Carrier Says
May 30, 2007
One of the largest carriers of lawyers' professional liability insurance has set out guidelines for law firms that want to get into the business of blogging, without hurting their insurability.

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