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There’s a lot happening this week. Nobel Prizes are being awarded. Did early winners match scientists’ predictions?    The U.S. Supreme Court is back in session. Here’s the current case list for the term, along with recent additions; and one

If you’re lucky enough to survive a serious accident, can you be made whole? Accidents and injuries happen all the time. Only a few make the headlines, like the Hollywood stunt double who is suing the producers of Resident Evil

What if your professional is responsible for a loss? Recent claims of possible tax shenanigans involving reality TV personalities and accusations of accounting fraud  against a venerable corporation can lead anyone to question the advice they’ve received. What if the

Managing IP assets is a long-term commitment The Phanatic, who first appeared at a Phillies game in 1978, is now the subject of litigation between the team and the mascot’s creators. The University of California Santa Barbara is suing multiple

Which businesses will make a comeback? Market forces in the retail industry indicate there will be more disruption ahead. While once iconic brands like Barney’s and Dean & DeLuca may be out of options in their search for a way

Apollo 11 Anniversary NASA’s mission to put a man on the moon began 50 years ago today, with the launch of Apollo 11. The moon landing occurred four days later, on July 20, 2019. If you want to relive your

Will bankruptcy be the solution your business needs to survive?  As the economy continues to soften, businesses may pursue bankruptcy for a variety of reasons. Burger King franchises in South Jersey are seeking the protections of Chapter 11, and creditors

Are you keeping up with changes in your market sector? Losing momentum can be costly in today’s business climate. FTD’s inability to fully integrate an acquisition contributed to its’ recent bankruptcy filing, and will most likely lead to a sell-off

What if your brand is your most valuable asset? A marketing company that already owns the trademark and licensing rights to famous figures, like Muhammad Ali and Marilyn Monroe, bought the licensing rights to Sports Illustrated. The magazine will continue

Are you ready for the next chapter in class actions? Class actions can be an effective tool to compensate a large number of small complainants. However, they can also represent a significant cost or exposure to a business, as Apple