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ABA Issues New Ethics Opinion On Billing for AI-Supported Work
August 01, 2024
A new American Bar Association ethics opinion touches on what has been a risky business area for Big Law in the emergence of generative AI: billing and fees related to AI-supported legal work.
Fresh Filings
August 01, 2024
Notable recent court filings in entertainment law.
IOC and Paris Attorneys Combatting Trademark Abuse at the Olympics
August 01, 2024
As the Paris Olympic Games get underway, trademark attorneys for the International Olympic Committee and Paris organizing committee will be working to protect the Olympic brand.
Crafting a Crisis Communications and Mitigation Strategy for Law Firms
August 01, 2024
Think of having a crisis communication strategy like insurance — you hope you never have to use it but are relieved to have it when you need it. In crafting this strategy, companies need to weigh various factors such as the nature of the crisis, the values and expectations of their stakeholders, and the potential impact on their reputation.
Development
August 01, 2024
Challenge to Site Plan Approval Dismissed for Failure to Exhaust Administrative Remedies Area Variance Upheld
Email Communication Can Establish Good Relationships As Well As Your Personal Brand
August 01, 2024
How we opt to communicate in emails, whether we personally know the recipient or not, can go a long way toward not only forging a good working relationship with the recipient, but establishing a strong personal brand.
Strategies for Commercial Lease Agreements In Florida
August 01, 2024
This article explores several key clauses and negotiation strategies that are beneficial to the parties in general but in particular may help landlords protect their investments and optimize returns.
Strategies and Legal Challenges Following FTC's Noncompete Rule
August 01, 2024
The FTC's new rule that limits noncompete clauses/agreements is slated to go into effect on Sept. 4, 2024. This article summarizes the rule, some pending challenges to the rule, and strategies that businesses should consider implementing today to protect their interests.
IP News
August 01, 2024
Are Affiliates Liable for Monetary Relief When They Are Not Named Parties to a Case?
Heavy Uptick In Ch. 11 Cases Leads Surge In Bankruptcy Filings In First Half of 2024
August 01, 2024
Consumer and commercial bankruptcy filings have surged in the first six months of 2024 compared with the same period in 2023, a study said.

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