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October 15, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Hunter Biden Sues Fox, Ex-Chief Legal Officer Over Mock Trial Series

Biden first sued the network this summer, but withdrew the action weeks later. The new lawsuit now names former Fox Corp. Chief Legal Officer Viet Dinh as a defendant.
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October 15, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

When Law Firms Get Hacked, Are Their Corporate Clients on the Hook?

"Law firms are being heavily targeted now because they have a lot of sensitive information and they need to operate," said Brian Levine, managing director of Ernst & Young's cybersecurity and data privacy practice.
8 minute read
October 15, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

GC of Florida State Agency Steps Down After Threatening TV Stations That Aired Abortion-Rights Ad

John Wilson, the general counsel of the Florida Department of Health, had argued that the ad contained false information, an assertion its sponsor disputes.
3 minute read
October 15, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Promoting Diversity in the Business of Law Is Good for Business

Promoting diversity in the business of law is good for business—and it's the right thing to do. Increased diversity provides clear benefits to law firms and the businesses that hire them, just as in other areas of commerce; these benefits extend from decision-making and innovation to representation that aligns with the world we live and work in.
6 minute read
October 15, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Law Firms Sue Clients for Unpaid Legal Fees as Big Law Collection Goals Ramp Up

Gibson Dunn, Baker McKenzie; ArentFox and Dorsey & Whitney are among those who have filed claims in New York lately, whether in court or arbitration.
4 minute read
October 15, 2024 | Law.com

Judge Sides With McDonald's In Attorney-Client Privilege Dispute With Former Executives

"McDonald's has successfully asserted a privilege 'shield' to prevent disclosure of actions we believe were unlawful, but the case continues, and we look forward to trial," said the plaintiffs' attorney, Jonathan I. Loevy of Loevy & Loevy in Chicago, following attempts to gain access to outside counsel's investigation.
4 minute read
October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

CLO of Newly Public Health Care Provider Retires Without Explanation

Steven Reed had been with BrightSpring Health Services and its predecessor for more than two decades, serving the last 11 years as legal chief.
2 minute read
October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

With Potential Whistleblowers Around Every Corner, Companies Under Pressure to Sharpen Compliance

"Sometimes I have to say, 'Well, what about this? What about that?'" said Barbara Barrett, chief compliance officer of Reliant Care Management.
5 minute read
October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Photronics GC Placed on Leave in June Departs—With Company Paying an Extra Year of Salary

The maker of semiconductor components had said it was sidelining Richelle Burr "during the pendency of an ongoing internal review regarding certain Company transactions and other matters." But it never provided details on the inquiry or shed light on its outcome.
3 minute read
October 11, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Marriott's $52M Data Breach Settlement Points to Emerging Trend

"Treat your data like you would treat your money. Your personal data is just like currency—take the same precautions," warns an attorney not associated with the FTC action but experienced in data breach.
4 minute read

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