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Securities class action settlement amounts increased in 2012

Even though the number of securities class action settlements decreased in 2012, the settlement amounts were larger than they were in 2011.
2 minute read

Inside Counsel

Litigation: The ambiguous CFAA

Soon after Matthew Broderick starred in the 1983 movie WarGames, Congress passed the precursor to what is known today as the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA).
5 minute read

Inside Counsel

5 of the strangest lawsuits making headlines

A colorful headstone, an emotionally supportive pet and lawsuits against two TV personalities
5 minute read

Inside Counsel

Bayer settles claims of gallbladder injury caused by Yasmin and Yaz contraceptives

Earlier this month, Bayer AG designated $1.5 billion for litigation related to its Yasmin and Yaz contraceptive pills, and now it looks like the company will be dipping into that fund.
4 minute read

International Edition

Eversheds names new Singapore chief as former head leaves firm

Eversheds has appointed arbitration and disputes partner Oommen Mathew to lead its Singapore office, following the departure of former head Desmond Ong. Mathew, who joined Eversheds in 2009 after starting his career at top Singapore firm Allen & Gledhill, also heads up Eversheds' Southeast Asian dispute resolution practice. His new official title will be Singapore managing director.
2 minute read

Inside Counsel

Wage and hour settlements up last year

Employers, take note!
3 minute read

Inside Counsel

IP: Four tips for the successful mediation of patent cases

Patent litigation continues to be a booming business.
4 minute read

Inside Counsel

NCAA opposes class cert in antitrust suit

Things are heating up between the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and some of its basketball and football players.
4 minute read

Inside Counsel

Suit claims toddler ate used condom at McDonald’s

Parents: Brace yourselves for some nasty news that might make you think twice about letting your toddler frolic around fast-food restaurant play areas.
2 minute read

Inside Counsel

Facts & Figures: Corporate counsel report increased litigation, regulatory investigations

From law firm profits to part-time lawyers, an inside look at the numbers that count
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