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Create a Conference Center Showplace
A conference center showplace isn't cheap. The investment can reach seven figures or more. But there are options that enable you to substantially lower the cost without sacrificing important functionality. Just make sure you know what's most necessary and what you can do without. From wireless connectivity to the "security bubble," a law firm CIO takes you through the process.
Harness the Power of Video-Enhanced Summations
Video-enhanced summation, which allows lawyers to virtually recreate a trial on videotape in the order and context they wish, is a growing trend. Its ability to both sway juries, and, possibly, create controversy, is staggering. "It has the potential of really skewing the way jurors look at the evidence," says jury consultant Beth Bochnak. "You can take a quote out of context and make it sound any way you want."
Is the Tech Revolution Here Already?
The eras of stabilization and mobilization were evolutionary, the era of personalization and Big Data is revolutionary. Are you ready? [MORE]
Mobile Gadgetry Development Outpaces Fuel Sources
A lack of fuel is one of the biggest issues facing creators of next-gen mobile gadgetry for wireless services. Many energy specialists believe incremental improvements in mobile battery-powered sources won't be enough to meet demand. The venture capital is there, and numerous companies are working on the issue, but hurdles -- such as the volatility of key fuel cell ingredients -- are slowing things down.
Suing Employees for Computer Fraud Gets Easier
Four rulings enhanced employers' abilities to use the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act against employees engaging in computer crime, writes attorney Nick Akerman.Mobile Technology Blurs Work and Nonwork Hours
With personal digital assistants, e-mail, and other mobile technology, the line between work and nonwork hours is blurred. Although increased mobility ups productivity, it also brings the risk of new wage-and-hour litigation: overtime claims related to off-hours use of mobile technology.
Gibson Dunn Launches IT and Data Privacy Practice Group
When something becomes a litigation trend, like scads of people lining up to join class actions over perceived violations of privacy online, you can bet someone's going to throw a lot of lawyers at it. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, which has 1,000 lawyers in 17 offices worldwide, has done just that. Earlier this week, the firm announced the formation of its new, 54-attorney Information Technology and Data Privacy Practice Group. ... [MORE]
Judging Content vs. Keyword Search Strategies
As technology gets more sophisticated and e-discovery gets more complex, keyword searching documents for review produces both over- and underinclusive results. Content-based search tools improve the process, but the lack of familiarity with the technology hinders its adoption.Hewlett-Packard Eyes Smaller Deals
Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd moved to dash rumors the company might bid for a software giant such as Symantec, saying he is focused on cutting costs and making smaller strategic acquisitions, such as Knightsbridge Solutions Holdings Corp., a maker of data warehousing technology.Trending Stories
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