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Insurer Loses Bid to Dismiss Cinemark's Case Over COVID-19
June 01, 2021
In a rare ruling, the Cinemark movie theater chain won the chance to keep litigating against its insurance company, seeking losses under a $500 million policy for business interruption from COVID-19.
Developments in Federal Whistleblowing Programs: What Compliance Officers Need to Know
June 01, 2021
This article examines recent developments and trends concerning federal whistleblower programs that compliance officers need to know and provides best practices recommendations for ensuring that your company maintains a robust whistleblower and anti-retaliation program in light of increased whistleblower activity.
Closing the Information Security and Governance Gaps In the New Operational Model
June 01, 2021
In 2020, information governance may have been sacrificed in the face of an urgent, global crisis. As understandable as that is, it's time now to step back and assess best practices for the new operational model that is here to stay.
Business Development: How Impactful D&I Programs Can Drive Business Development and Profits
June 01, 2021
Impactful Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) programs can help law firms and organizations realize stronger relationships with clients, create better outcomes and drive revenue.
Cross-Border Insolvency In Brazil: The UNCITRAL Model Law Dances to A Samba Beat
June 01, 2021
After years of debate, Brazil recently enacted legislation amending its bankruptcy statute and modernizing the Brazilian insolvency system.
Counterfeiting vs. Infringement: Second Circuit Weighs In
June 01, 2021
In two recent cases, the Second Circuit provided guidance as to the circumstances that may give rise to liability for counterfeiting, as distinct from mere infringement, and addressed liability for contributory infringement for counterfeiting.
Confession of Judgment Provisions In Commercial Leases
June 01, 2021
In states where they are enforced, a properly drafted confession of judgment clause in a commercial lease can be one of the most valuable tools in a landlord's toolkit for enforcing its leases and preserving its remedies.
Players On the Move
June 01, 2021
A look at moves among attorneys, law firms, companies and other players in entertainment law.
OFAC Asks Non-U.S. Persons to Advance U.S. Foreign Policy
June 01, 2021
In recent years, U.S. prosecutors and regulators have shown increasing interest in prosecuting people and entities with little or no connection to the United States. This trend has been especially pronounced in the context of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and has also extended beyond the FCPA to the prosecution of white-collar crime more generally.
Ramped Up Internal Technology Is a Win-Win for Law Firms and Their Clients
June 01, 2021
This article identifies why investing in digital tools and applications is more important today than ever and provides examples and potential questions law firms should contemplate.

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