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From Cradle to Grave: Using Bankruptcy Skills to Advise Clients on New Deals
Of the many hats worn by leasing attorneys, one is of the bankruptcy practitioner. It is a skill set that usually comes into play at the end of a transaction gone bad. This two-part series outlines the case for ending this practice and having bankruptcy counsel get involved in lease deals from the outset.
e-Discovery Conference: Some of What You Missed
In mid-October, <i>e-Discovery Law &amp; Strategy</i>'s parent company, ALM, joined with the Business Development Institute (BDI) to offer ALM's first e-discovery conference in New York City. The faculty featured several e-discovery luminaries ' here are some highlights in case you missed it.
Jury Selection and Media Access
For laypersons and lawyers alike, the trial of Martha Stewart last winter was irresistible legal theater. But if, between all the discussions of Ms. Stewart's courtroom attire and lunchtime dining habits, you missed seeing how the district court and Second Circuit wrestled with the issue of media access to jury selection, you may want to give <i>ABC, Inc. v. Stewart</i>, 360 F.3d 90 (2d Cir. 2004) a read.
Net News
Recent developments of note in the Internet industry.<br>This month:<br>First Suit Filed Against Internet 'Spyware' <br>House Passes Second Anti-Spyware Bill <br>Grokster Officals Settle Separate Copyright Case <br>AOL Files First 'Spim' Suit <br>RIAA Sues 750 More <br>U.S. Teen Soccer Prodigy Adu Wins Cybersquatter Case <br>U.S. Declares War on Intellectual Property Theft <br>
NY Federal Court Sends 'Typosquatter' To Prison
Several months ago, U.S. District Judge Michael Mukasey of the Southern District of New York sentenced one of the most notorious "typosquatters," John Zuccarini, to two and a half years for violating the Truth in Domain Names Act, which was enacted by Congress last year. <br>Although his arrest and conviction remain the most significant actions taken under the statute, the Domain Names Act adds another possible step that can assist companies that are victimized by typosquatting on the Internet.
Courthouse Steps
Recently filed cases in entertainment law, straight from the steps of the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Reality TV Shows Difficult Concepts To Protect
In the superheated competition of reality television programming, ownership of ideas is increasingly being disputed.<br>Allegations of idea theft will likely increase as the number of reality TV shows expands and the realm of truly novel ideas shrinks. Resolution of these cases could set new standards for ownership of ideas and the best ways of protecting those rights.
Attorney Fees Update
Depending on the circumstances and the law, parties on either side of an entertainment suit may ask a court for an award of attorney fees. Following are recent court rulings that deal with this and related concerns.
Cameo Clips
Recent cases in entertainment law.
Bit Parts
Recent developments in entertainment law.

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