Trademark Trial and Appeal Board's View of Parodies
May 01, 2024
While most trademark-related lawyers are familiar with the "Bad Spaniels" and "Chewy Vuitton" federal court decisions on trademark parody, decisions by the USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board on trademark parody marks are rarely examined.
Can Clients Protect Communications Between Their Lawyers and PR Firms?
May 01, 2024
This article summarizes how courts view communications between a company's counsel and its PR firm during investigations in the context of privilege and provides practical insights and tips for counsel to maintain privilege over such communications.
Want to Improve Law Firm Culture? Be Authentic
May 01, 2024
We hear a multitude of ideas and solutions for attracting and retaining lawyers and business professionals in today's ultra-competitive environment. Tellingly, when surveying the landscape of a multigenerational workforce operating in a mixture of hybrid and remote work, authenticity is essential to workplace satisfaction and loyalty.
Am Law 100 Insights: How Much Do Realization Rates Actually Matter?
May 01, 2024
In 2023, Am Law 100 firms saw their lowest realization rates in five years. Despite the lower realization, the industry appears to have had a better financial year in 2023 compared with 2022. So how much do realization rates actually matter?
Due Diligence Commercial Leasing Best Practices In New Jersey
May 01, 2024
Due diligence for CRE loans involves a comprehensive review and analysis of the various conditions and risks associated with the property being mortgaged, with the goal of mitigating such risks to the greatest possible extent before closing the loan.
FTC Finalizes Ban On Noncompete Agreements
May 01, 2024
The rule will generally ban employers from entering, maintaining or attempting to enter a noncompete agreement with an employee, or conveying — absent a good-faith basis — that a worker is subject to a noncompete clause.
Landlord & Tenant Law
May 01, 2024
Occupation of Premises Does Not Establish Assignment By Operation of Law
Amendment to Rent Stabilization Law Is Not Unconstitutional
Overview of New UAE Bankruptcy Law
May 01, 2024
With the establishment of a specialized Bankruptcy Court and a dedicated Bankruptcy Unit, the introduction of preventive settlements, more flexible restructuring proceedings, and the expansion of potential liability, among other things, the new legislation is set to reshape the approach of law firms.
Is It Possible to Reconcile the Two Sides In the AI Copyright Debate?
May 01, 2024
The points and counterpoints brought up by experts at a Stanford Law conference provide insight on the future relationship between AI and copyright creators.
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