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Month: August, 2008

The Dissent in Jones v. Harris Associates ? Defending Gartenberg, Requesting Review

30 August, 2008 (10:11) | Uncategorized | By: admin

The renowned legal minds of 7th Circuit judges Frank Easterbrook and Richard Posner have clashed again, this time over the validity and applicability of the Gartenberg approach to claims of excessive mutual fund management fees. Judge Easterbrook, currently chief judge of the 7th Circuit, served on the panel that issued a per curiam opinion in Jones v. Harris Associates, 527 F.3d 627 (7th Cir. 2008) in May 19, 2008. In that case, the judicial panel dismissed the Gartenberg standard that has been relied upon by courts, practitioners and fund managers for more than 25 years.

Fast facts about court reporters in Florida

26 August, 2008 (13:12) | Uncategorized | By: admin

Court reporters in Florida provide an important service to the legal community in the Sunshine State. Because of their professionalism and reliability, these court reporters are charged with a key responsibility: creating an accurate written record of everything that is spoken during a trial, motion, deposition, meeting or other event.

Court reporters in Florida provide an important service to the legal community in the Sunshine State. Because of their professionalism and reliability, these court reporters are charged with a key responsibility: creating an accurate written record of everything that is spoken during a trial, motion, deposition, meeting or other event.

How long to wait for approval by the US Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services

25 August, 2008 (13:14) | Uncategorized | By: admin

Learn about the US Bureau Citizenship and Immigration Services to have a better understanding of the process of immigrating to America through investment, employment, or a family petition.

If you are planning to immigrate to the United States, then you should know more about the bureau citizenship and immigration services in the US that handles immigration-related issues. More specifically, it is called the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services). Being informed about the bureau citizenship and immigration services will help you a lot to realize your immigration plans. This is because they are the US government organization that makes decisions on the majority of immigration cases. Your understanding about how the bureau citizenship and immigration functions will help your immigration to America, your chances of obtaining a Green Card, and even your likelihood of becoming a US citizen.

10 things to know about the Miami, Florida court reporter

24 August, 2008 (12:18) | Uncategorized | By: admin

The legal community in Dade County is one of the busiest in the country. As we speak, there are millions of criminal and civil cases being held in Miami area courthouses, as well as thousands of depositions being taken every day within the law offices found in the area.

The legal community in Dade County is one of the busiest in the country. As we speak, there are millions of criminal and civil cases being held in Miami area courthouses, as well as thousands of depositions being taken every day within the law offices found in the area. Therefore, the Miami, FL court reporter is an individual who is constantly in demand. The following are ten things everyone should know about court reporters in Miami, including how find them, and how to select the most appropriate individuals for your project.

Ever wondering what?s a Promissory Contract?

23 August, 2008 (23:13) | Uncategorized | By: admin

Have you ever wondering what is a promissory contract? Have
you ever borrow a close friend a sum of money and never get back? Have you just
decided to borrow a sum of money to friend? Then, this is the right article for
you. Just to secure yourself that you’ll get your money back in the future.

A promissory contract is a note written down that the
borrower will pay a fixed sum of money to the lender, on the specified day, as
well the percentage of the principal amount from the primary fixed sum of
amount, plus any other declaration written down on the agreement. All
declarations have to be agreed upon by all members party who’re involved, prior
to the signature is being signed on the contract paper.

California Bar Exam Writing Strategies

23 August, 2008 (06:11) | Uncategorized | By: admin

It is
virtually impossible to succeed in any law examination without mastering the
concept of time management. The California bar exam is no exception. It is not
what you know. It is what you know in one hour. Budget your time or perish.

Is It Legal To Be Fired For Filing Bankruptcy?

22 August, 2008 (22:11) | Uncategorized | By: admin

Find information on filing for bankruptcy. Learn when to file for bankruptcy and how it will affect your life.

If you are planning on filing for bankruptcy, there are many things you need to know and many steps you will need to take. You may have fears about the consequences of such an extreme solution to help you resolve your debt difficulties. One of your fears may involve whether or not you can lose your job, or get fired for filing bankruptcy.

Quanta Computer v. LG Electronics: Reviving exhaustion, applying it to method patents

19 August, 2008 (22:11) | Uncategorized | By: admin

In the case Quanta Computer v. LG Electronics, ___ U.S. ____, 128 S.Ct. 2109 (2008), the United States Supreme Court clarifies and expands upon its holding in United States v. Univis Lens Co. In Quanta, the court clarified that the same analysis applies to process or method patents, not just product patents: When a component substantially embodies the process and cannot be used for any purpose other than to practice the patent, the process patent is exhausted upon sale of that component.  The decision makes it more difficult for patentees to extract royalties from multiple parties for the same device.

Synopsis of Personal Injury

17 August, 2008 (22:12) | Uncategorized | By: admin

?Personal injury’ is barely
understood by most people. The term is sometimes misunderstood and most times
missed. Personal injury laws promote responsibility through the accountability
of negligent actions.

Personal Injury: The
definition

 

The term personal injury refers to any form of injury as a result of
negligence on part of a second party. This can be a result of a traffic
accidents, workplace accident, home accident, tripping accident, defective
product, assault, and professional negligence. It is important to understand
that to be injured from these mishaps, one does not require bruising. The
?damage’ of the accident can be psychological as well as physical.

If You Have Been Bitten or Attacked by a Dog in Virginia, Then You Need to Read This Article

16 August, 2008 (19:11) | Uncategorized | By: admin

This article is designed to help those people who have been attacked or bitten by a dog in Virginia and need to prosecute a claim for their medical bills and personal injuries. This information will help those people better understand what type of evidence they will need to prevail in a such a claim. Finally, the article dispels myths about certain breeds of dogs, like pit bulls, and how they are treated by the law.