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Thought leaders from around the world contribute their perspectives on landmark cases, new legislation, and legal perspectives on new technologies, business practices, and civil procedure.

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Brexit Data Protection

The European Regulation on Data Protection and Brexit

Anna Viladàs Jené

After many years of negotiations, on 27 April 2016, the European Regulation concerning the protection of individuals in respect of the processing of personal data and the free movement of this data (hereafter, “the Regulation”), has finally seen the light of day.

Privacy and Data Protection Brazil

Recent Developments on Privacy and Data Protection in Brazil

Ricardo Barretto Ferreira da Silva and Camila Taliberti Ribeiro da Silva

A change of paradigm is urgent and requires a robust legislation on personal data protection.

Cross-Border Listings

Cross-Border Listings of Swiss Companies

Jacques Iffland and Ariel Ben Hattar

The law of unintended consequences.

My Data My Rules

My Data My Rules: An Overview of Data Protection in Brazil

Fábio Pereira

Akerman LLP

Akerman Represents Ability Housing in Historic Fair Housing Settlement

Akerman

Pro Bono Victory Protects Future Housing Development for Disabled and Homeless in Jacksonville

Russia's Legal Environment

Russia's Evolving Legal Environment and the Next Economic Upswing

Andrey Goltsblat

Q&A with Robyn Shapiro

Q&A with Robyn Shapiro of Health Sciences Law Group

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Robyn Shapiro of Health Sciences Law Group shares about her work and achievements in the health care law sector.

Bad Year for Retail

It Was a Very Bad Year for Retail

Michelle V. Rafter

While overall business bankruptcies dropped 5.4 percent through Q3, in excess of 300 stores filed for Chapter 7 or 11 in the same period, including big names like Toys “R” Us, Gymboree, and Payless ShoeSource.

Racial Bigotry

Proceed with Caution!

Bernard J. Bobber

The dangerous intersection of racial bigotry and labor law.

Donor Privacy

Donor Privacy under Attack by California Attorney General

Karen Donnelly

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Premarital Agreements: More than just a Divorce Document

Leonce A. Richard III

Drafting a premarital agreement should instead focus on a collaborative effort of two people coming together to create a “life plan” with regard to forming a lifetime partnership.

Data Privacy

The Past, Present, and Future of Data Privacy

Kelly L. Frey Sr.

It is always important to remember that our world is largely the result of fortunate accidents.

How Long Does It Take to Obtain a Patent?

The Short and Long Answers on Patent Applications

John Powers

How long do patent applications take? Consider what you're filing for, and the strength of your proposal.

Diversity Civil Rights Brazil

Diversity and Civil Rights in Brazil

José Vinícius Bicalho

Future of Data Protection

What Is the Future of Data Protection?

Holly K. Towle

One answer is that it’s bleak.

Spain to Repeal "Sun Tax"

Sun Tax Out, Self-Sufficiency In

Mariano Roca López

How Spain is paving the way for self-sufficient homes.

PLMJ Advogados Q&A

Q&A with 2018 Portuguese Labor and Employment and Technology Law “Law Firm of the Year” PLMJ Advogados

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A Q&A with 2018 Portuguese “Law Firm of the Year” PLMJ

Rise and Fall of the H-1B Worker

The Rise and Fall of the H-1B Worker

Kathleen Saenz Poppenger

Until recently, most people were unfamiliar with the H-1B visa, except for those seeking to take advantage of this temporary worker category.

Greek Copyright Law

New Greek Copyright Law

Kriton Metaxopoulos

The procedure applies only to infringements committed by users who make available to the public and upload content or works for which they do not own/control the copyrights. However, it does not apply to infringements committed by end users by downloading, peer to peer file sharing, streaming, or cloud computing.

ERISA Plan Fiduciaries

Discretion under Fire

Charles F. Seemann III

ERISA plan fiduciaries face new challenges to their decision-making.

Maximizing Your Client Service Potential

Going All In

Krista K. McIntyre

Success in any legal space requires total commitment to your clients. Here’s a meaningful mnemonic to help you get it done.

Salvador Dalí's Legacy

Salvador Dali's Legacy: Deprived of Image Rights?

Antonio Muñoz Vico

It is beyond question that personality rights expire with death and that post-mortem protection of such a personal sphere should be limited to preserving memory.

Fintech at the Crossroads

FinTech at the Crossroads

Rob Scavone, Pat Forgione, Tayleigh Armstrong, and Kelly Kan

Regulating the Revolution

Fasken Law Firm of the Year Q&A

Fasken Attorneys on Their 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Award Win

Fasken

Lawyers from the Canadian firm discus their employment law practice and the changes coming to the Canadain legal market.

The Next City Will Be Smart

Central Intelligence

Françoise Gilbert

To truly flourish, the smart cities of tomorrow must harness their data—but make sure they are doing so legally, ethically, and securely.

Austrian Stock Exchange Act

Austrian Stock Exchange Amendment Act 2018

Albert Birkner

Until the law enters into force in 2018, stock companies will continue to be unable to voluntarily delist from the stock market and are compelled to find other ways to do so.

Patent Venue

New Rules for Patent Venue

Michael B. Fein

Where can you be sued for patent infringement?

How Driverless Cars Could Impact Your Practic

No One at the Wheel

Michael R. Greco

Will autonomous vehicles drive employers crazy?

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