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Yet another case showing that the relationship between conflicts of interest, "bad faith," and the business judgement rule is constantly evolving. Learn more: https://t.co/cM48wmiiWz

#OfNote #law #legal #badfaith #conflictsofinterest

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The California Court of Appeal recently held that e-signatures may not be enough to prove someone "knowingly" signed a contract. Learn more: https://t.co/GMnqzjqH8b

#OfNote #law #legal

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The Ninth Circuit recently confirmed that mere non-disclosure is simply not enough to show active concealment. Learn more: https://t.co/4LgA04xBcc

#OfNote #law #legal

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California Courts can refuse to compel arbitration to avoid inconsistent rulings. Learn more: https://t.co/4IqPFttHVE

#OfNote #law #legal #arbitration

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The recent CA Court of Appeals ruling on a Police Chief's employment retaliation claim has raised concerns about free speech and the need for anti-racist mentality in law enforcement. Learn more: https://t.co/WAJIMYu06P

#OfNote #law #legal #FirstAmendment

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Nirvana claimed Kurt Cobain designed their iconic smiley face logo, alleging Marc Jacobs used it without permission. After years of litigation, both parties agreed to settle the dispute. Learn more: https://t.co/1kOvNsvbho

#OfNote #law #Nirvana #MarcJacobs #FashionLaw

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The Courts found Walmart in breach of contract and ordered them to pay damages to a glove company. Learn more: https://t.co/vW2o24H20n

#OfNote #law #contracts #clauses #Walmart

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The Supreme Court ruled unanimously held that social media activity by public officials--including blocking comments--can be considered state action. Learn more: https://t.co/ma78eoxXxh

#OfNote #law #legal #SCOTUS

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After overturning 40 years of precent, the Supreme Court held that courts will no longer defer to agency interpretations of their own powers. Learn more: https://t.co/Z1wPnQ4jhq

#OfNote #law #legal #SCOTUS

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The California Court of Appeal ruled that recognizing one’s own handwritten signature is enough to confirm its authenticity, even if the signer doesn’t remember signing. Learn more: https://t.co/wFgRxmV110

#OfNote #law #legalnews

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Courts often require extensive efforts before issuing sanctions. Luckily, if those efforts fail, meet and confer expenses may be included in a sanctions award. Learn more at: https://t.co/AKfnFFTwhT

#OfNote #law #sanctions

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The Supreme Court’s ruling grants the President sweeping immunity, setting a precedent that could impact future presidencies and the upcoming election. Read more: https://t.co/DozrOcP4OJ #OfNote #law #SCOTUS

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Check out our Associate highlight, recognitions, and notable precedents (plus, we're hiring!)- https://t.co/LOvcAGnXnd

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In the Community: #OrsusGate partner Nabil Bisharat recently shared his law career experience with students from his Alma Mater, La Salle High School in Pasadena (@LaSallePas) in a "Virtual Coffee" on Zoom.

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#OrsusGate's own Nabil Bisharat, and @CarbonLawGroup's Pankaj Raval & Judy Yen discussed how #COVID19 is affecting deals and disputes in the context of the law. Learn about the increased chances of fraud and how to protect yourself in this webinar: https://t.co/mLl3ZFktc2

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Get to know #OrsusGate's Partners, Denis & Nabil.

Denis has handled a wide range of matters, both in civil & criminal law, state & federal court.

Nabil was named a “Rising Star” by @SuperLawyers in 2019 & 2020.

Learn more about “Our Team”: https://t.co/jQz1d070ac

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.@CACourtofAppeal created a bright line rule that claims under the Private Attorney General Act can't be forced into arbitration. When entering contracts, the best practice is to have a provision be severable if found to be illegal. Read more: https://t.co/pZ4FtEZxL1

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To protect lawyers & clients, it is a lawyer’s duty to only file meritorious cases.

Ex: in Stan Lee's daughter's case, the Court held that the lawsuit her attorneys filed had no merit, was filed for an improper purpose, and fined Ms. Lee $1M. Read more: https://t.co/C6zMXMKlkB

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There's still time to register for today's webinar—Fight, Flight, or Freeze: Deals and Disputes in the Age of Uncertainty: https://t.co/8xZ4tHxMg2

TODAY, we're partnering with @CarbonLawGroup to discuss difficult choices that businesses must make during the #COVID19 pandemic.

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UPDATE: Our next webinar with Carbon Law Group—Fight, Flight, or Freeze: Deals and Disputes in the Age of Uncertainty has been rescheduled to Wednesday, August 12. The good news: this gives you more time to block your calendar!

REGISTER TODAY: https://t.co/MMipf7dJoR

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Join us this Thursday at 11am PST for our next webinar with @CarbonLawGroup—Flight, or Freeze: Deals and Disputes in the Age of Uncertainty. REGISTER NOW: https://t.co/8xZ4tHxMg2