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Some See Bias in Apple-Samsung Verdict
The contrast in outcomes in Apple's patent infringement suits against Samsung in California, Korea, and Japan have some IP lawyers in Asia seeing bias in the jury verdict awarded to the Cupertino, Calif., company on its home court.
Alternative Fee Arrangements Not Yet Alternative
Before we can begin to assess whether alternative fee arrangements are an alternative to the hourly rate, says GC Richard Baer, firms need to focus on improving how legal services are delivered, using technology, and actively managing client matters through key risk-reward decisions.
As Protests Rock Egypt, Twitter Declares Tweeting a Right
Following a government shutdown of most internet and mobile service in Egypt, Twitter's GC and its co-founder joined in a blog post to declare tweeting a human right. With Google and SayNow, Twitter also established @Speak2Tweet, for demonstrators forced offline to continue tweeting via landlines.Cisco-Apple Truce Murky on Details
The short-lived legal battle between Cisco and Apple over the "iPhone" name was -- on the surface -- a trademark infringement dispute involving identically named multimedia telephones. But the networking gear maker has maintained it was trying to pressure Apple to break its attachment to closed, proprietary systems and begin collaborating on new products.
Snapshot: Leonard Nuara, Partner, Thacher, Proffitt & Wood
Leonard Nuara, a partner at Thacher, Proffitt & Wood in New York City, was instrumental in getting the firm back on its feet after it lost its offices in the World Trade Center attacks. He�s the chair of Thacher Profitt's technology and IP practice group and technology committee. His pick for most important tech trend this year? The use of software products to build portals and extranets that allow collaboration. Find out about all the tech that keeps him going.
Judge Rebuffs Bid to Learn Locations of NYPD Cameras
The Department of Homeland Security does not have to reveal the locations of surveillance cameras installed due to its grant of funds to the New York City Police Department's Lower Manhattan Security Initiative, according to federal Judge John G. Koeltl. The New York Civil Liberties Union had sought information on the implementation of the NYPD project under the Freedom of Information Act.
Unlocking Keywords to Ensure Effective E-Discovery
Craig Ball, EDD special master, observes that misplaced confidence in the power of keyword searches can unnecessarily burden the electronic data discovery process. He explains how the difference between a fruitful search and a failure hinges on thoughtful preparation and precaution.
Does Attorney-Clent Privilege Protect Client E-Mail?
Clients may believe their e-mail involving legal matters is protected by attorney-client privilege, equating e-mail with mailed letters. But, warns attorney Michael J. Hutter, e-mail poses confidentiality and waiver risks for clients their attorneys must advise them on, as well advising them how to avoid these risks.
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