InsideCounsel Magazine May 2011
Features
How Leading Companies Are Prioritizing Diversity Early in the Pipeline
Increasing diversity has become a well established as a central goal of the legal profession, but there's no question that much work remains.
Features
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Keeping Up With Evolving E-Discovery
Cost-conscious legal departments tackle digital discovery issues in-house.
Profile
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Allstate GC Paves the Way for Women in Law
Keeping Allstate Corp. in good hands, Michele Coleman Mayes sets an example for future women GCs.
Litigation
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M&A Deal Lawsuits Soar
Settlements are typical but can pose challenges.
IP
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ITC Granting Fast Injunctions in Infringement Cases
Patentees bringing more complaints to Commission for quick resolution.
Labor
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USERRA Ruling Validates Cat's Paw Theory of Discrimination
As vets come home, employers must learn about protections.
Technology
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CFAA Case Reminds Employers to Limit Employee Data Access
When Hardev Sidhu took a medical leave from his job at consulting giant Accenture in 2009, his employer continued his pay, benefits and access to its secure online network, which contained proprietary information.
Regulatory
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FDIC's "Too Big to Fail" Rules Might Not Work
Analysts say the proposed rules might be too rigid and burdensome.
Global
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Luxury Brands Can't Ban Online Sales, Says ECJ Advocate General
Pierre Fabre case could increase litigation for U.S. companies in the EU.
Corporate Crime
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Can Companies Really Recover from C-Suite Scandals?
An indicted executive can jeopardize an organization's future.
From The Editor
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The Benefits of a Bottom-Up Approach to Diversity
More than ever, clients are looking to their firms to bring the best solutions to the table.
Inside Perspective
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The Importance of Encouraging Ethics
As the economy slowly recovers, legal departments should refocus on what's right.
Circuits
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Budget Woes Deal Blow to Public-Employee Unions
Union rights are threatened in light of the budget defecit in Wisconsin.
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Faith-Healing Vacation Not Protected Under FMLA
The First Circuit found in favor of an employer who terminated a woman who took an extended faith-healing trip with her ailing husband.
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Court Says Doctor's Note Requirement Doesn't Violate Disability Law
Decision in Lee v. City of Columbus broadens the rights of employers.
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Roundup: 2nd, 4th, 5th, DC Circuits
Arbitration Clause Can't Waive Class Action Rights; Employer Can Be At Fault for Third-Party Harassment; Employer Can Be At Fault for Third-Party Harassment; Employer Can Be At Fault for Third-Party Harassment
Career Moves
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In-House Career Changes
GC career moves.
Inside Non-Profits
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Tax Exemptions for Charities Are Under Scrutiny
Bad behavior and the budget crisis have led Congress to scrutinize charitable exemptions.
Ethical Insights
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Ethical Decisions Can Cause Personal Struggles
Reporting misconduct is an emotional experience for inside counsel.
Paying It Forward
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Coke Makes a Difference by Refreshing Communities
Coke's law department makes giving back a priority--both through legal and community service.
Online Exclusive
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Expanded Version: Luxury Brands Can't Ban Online Sales, Says ECJ Advocate General
Pierre Fabre case could increase litigation for U.S. companies in the EU.
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Q&A: Robin Rone
Q&A about diversity with Robin Rone, director of the American Bar Association Council for Racial and Ethnic Diversity in the Educational Pipeline.
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Q&A: Craig Holden
InsideCounsel talks diversity with Craig Holden, a partner at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith and chair of the Council on Access and Fairness.
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Q&A: Joe Howie and John Martin
E-Discovery experts Joe Howie and John Martin discuss often overlooked aspects of bringing e-discovery in-house.
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Internal Assessments
Theresa Beaumont, Global eDiscovery Counsel at Google Inc., discusses the benefits and challenges of bringing e-discovery in-house.
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