Vuvuzela can't be patented - lawyer Sep 3, 2010
"In the case of the vuvuzela, the concept of a device through which a noise is created by blowing into it would have been superseded by numerous prior horns. It would therefore not be patentable," said Dale Verster, an associate at commercial law firm Bowman Gilfillan. However, the vuvuzela could perhaps at one stage have been protectable as a registered design, but the scope would have been limited, Verster said in a statement. (Business Report, South Africa)
Lawyers should specialized in their profession - AG Sep 1, 2010
The programme which is being organized by AG's department in collaboration with the Department of Law of the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland, is aimed at building the capacity of state attorneys to be able to understand International Commercial Law, especially oil and gas contracts and agreements, as well as arbitration ... He said the participants would also undertake comparative study of several key issues such bas commercial law, international contracts and arbitration. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
South Floridas Gunster law firm eyes Tampa Bay for expansion Aug 28, 2010
TAMPA Two Tampa law firms have separately eyed the possibility of merging with one of the largest commercial law firms in Palm Beach County. Gunster, based in West Palm Beach, plans to expand in the Tampa Bay area and has had merger talks with Fowler White Boggs and. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
A US perspective on managing insolvency Aug 14, 2010
Mayerson, who is in Australia as a guest speaker at the Victorian Supreme Court's second annual Commercial Law Conference, has spent some of her time discussing with local lawyers the differences between the US and Australian insolvency regimes. At the same time, she has highlighted how some inspired thinking and a novel level of co-operation have aided courts around the world in dealing with one of the most diabolically complex insolvencies, the multibillion-dollar collapse of global investment... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Court: Standard test not solely applicable for tech patents Aug 10, 2010
And I think it s a good development that the Supreme Court keeps saying No, we understand there is this instinct to want to have these bright-line tests, but patent law is like other commercial law it must have some flexibility, and it must have some tolerance for ambiguity. This article is for Paid Subscribers ONLY.. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Hickton looking forward to new role as U.S. attorney Aug 7, 2010
The firm specializes in transportation and commercial law, alternative dispute resolution, antitrust and white-collar criminal defense. While at the firm, Mr. Hickton spent much time working on hearing loss and repetitive strain litigation for several railroad clients, including Conrail, Norfolk Southern and CSX.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Africa: 40 Top Companies Highlight Africa's Economic Awakening Jul 15, 2010
Africa Legal established a joint venture with Tanzanian commercial law firm CRB Attorneys and will focus on the East African region. Kenya. (allAfrica.com)
Law firm warns over new SARS tax on property deals Jul 10, 2010
According to leading corporate and commercial law firm, Werksmans Attorneys, the new policy allows the SARS, at its discretion, to insist on an upfront payment of VAT on the sale of certain properties. This is instead of payment falling due on the date of registration of transfer as had previously been the case. (Business Report, South Africa)
Listed firms weak on disclosure, IP rights protection Jul 9, 2010
The legal risks are becoming increasingly important with the rising number of individual investors, and millions of investors' rights risk being infringed upon if the listed companies fail to fulfill their responsibilities, said Xi Xiaoming, vice president of Commercial Law Society. By the end of May, the listed companies numbered 1,863 with market capitalization of 21 trillion yuan ($3. (People's Daily Online, China)
UNF appoints Samant business school dean Jul 3, 2010
Samant formerly spent five years as chair of the Department of Finance and Commercial Law at and two years as associate dean ... Samant s teaching and research awards include the 2002 Zang Professor of the Year by the Department of Finance and Commercial Law at WMU, and the Emerald Literati Network Highly Commended Award in 2008. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson honored for pro-bono work May 25, 2010
Robinson Bradshaw is a corporate and commercial law firm with 130 attorneys. The firm, founded in 1960, has offices in Charlotte, Rock Hill and the Triangle. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Obama nominates Hickton for U.S. Attorney May 22, 2010
According to the firm's website, he specializes in civil and commercial law. He transition to "of counsel" for the firm. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
State Board of Higher Education elects Backes May 13, 2010
Backes is an attorney in the Minot, N.D., law firm of McGee, Hankla, Backes and Dobrovolny, P.C., where his practice focuses on assisting clients with business, real estate and commercial law needs. He served as 2008-09 and 2009 SBHE vice president. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Crawford names legal head for regions May 8, 2010
He joins Crawford from where, as a corporate solicitor, he specialized in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and private equity transactions, as well as general commercial law. "As our international operations continue to grow, having someone on our legal team with Chris's background and experience in the United Kingdom and elsewhere will be invaluable," said Allen W. Nelson, general counsel and chief administrative officer for Crawford. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
From Politico May 4, 2010
They use the military or admiralty flag" (with yellow fringes). For a discourse on this try this website: http://www.usavsus.info/ Party: Independent Reply #12 May. 3, 2010 - 8:02 AM EST OVERVIEW OF RESTORE AMERICA PLAN (RAP) The United States exists in two forms: 1. The original United States that was in operation until 1860; a collection of sovereign Republics in the union. Under the original Constitution the States controlled the Federal Government; the Federal Government did not control the... (Harper's Magazine)
SEG International appoints three new directors Apr 21, 2010
He has vast experience in estate planning, asset-based financing, commercial law, natural resources, utilities and real estate. Hew Moi Lan. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Winston & Strawn hires Charlotte attorney Apr 20, 2010
The commercial law firm has 14 offices in the United States, Asia and Europe. Most Read Stories. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Robert L. Kelleher Jr. states experience for his candidacy Apr 15, 2010
He also has experience with domestic relations law including marriage dissolution, child custody and child support and as well as probate, guardianships property and commercial law. He also has appellate court experience, briefing cases before the Montana Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Crawford: Obama Wants No Fight Over SCOTUS Apr 12, 2010
I'd like to see President Obama choose Elizabeth Warren, chair of the Congressional Oversight Panel for TARP, and someone that has devoted much of the past 3 decades to studying the economics of middle class families, and teaches contract law, bankruptcy and commercial law at Harvard Law School. by lakota2012 April 12, 2010 12:51 AM EDT. (CBS News -- US)
MTN Banking sued on patent Apr 9, 2010
Showing page 1 of 1 comment pages, 1 total comments 2 Hours ago Khumalo G wrote : Great story for Commercial Law Students, The Law of Patents. HAVE YOUR SAY Please enter your comment into the text box below. (Business Report, South Africa)
Business Law in Australia - Part IV Mar 18, 2010
Wealth in Australia is derived from Australia's commercial law, its constitution law and its form of private law ... Commercial Law,Equity Law. (Suite101.com)
Business digest: Bealls to help kids learn how to swim Mar 16, 2010
Attorneys Julie Ann Garber and Christopher Thornton have joined the commercial law firm of Becker koff in Naples and Fort Myers. Garber advises clients in all aspects of estate planning, including the design, execution and implementation of wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts and financial powers of attorney. (The News-Press -- Business)
Lawyers in waiting: Boston firms delay new associates’ start dates Mar 7, 2010
Nationally, 43 of the top 100 firms have delayed the start dates of new associates hired last year, according to American Lawyer magazine, and almost all large commercial law firms in Boston deferred the contracts of new recruits. Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky & Popeo, for instance, told graduates due to join the firm in January 2010 that they would not be starting until January 2012 at the earliest. (Boston Globe)
Pricking the culture Mar 6, 2010
They have day jobs - Hussain has a graduate position with a commercial law firm, Rahman is a youth worker - and are active in the Muslim community. They're great company - smart, funny, passionate, eloquent and unfailingly polite - but I found the day pretty confronting. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Martinez nominated for fed court Feb 26, 2010
Martinez previously served as regional attorney for the in Denver, and prior to that was a lawyer with what is now , representing corporate and individual clients in employment, securities, and commercial law cases. Born in Mexico, Martinez emigrated with his parents as a small child. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Film festival receives big funding boost Feb 23, 2010
Mr Freeland, 44, who describes himself as a passionate film-goer, is chief operating officer of the commercial law firm Gilbert + Tobin. He declined to shed light on the financial results for last year's festival, saying he was getting up to speed on the details. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Shumate joins Frost Brown Todd Feb 17, 2010
He was formerly associated with , where he was a member of the corporate and commercial law group and management committee. Shumate has served as the chairman of the Kenton County Republican Party since 1997. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
South Africa: Ethics Committees to Be Mandatory for Businesses By Next Year Feb 10, 2010
Its main function " will be to monitor the company's compliance with legislation; particularly in relation to equality, empowerment, corruption, health, public safety and consumer and labour relations," said Shafeeka Hartley of commercial law firm Deneys Reitz yesterday. The committee would be required to report to shareholders at annual general meetings and advise the board of directors. (allAfrica.com)
Uganda: Probe in Schools Starts in January Feb 1, 2010
She holds a Masters in International Commercial Law. She started working for the Government in 1993, and has served on a number of probes. (allAfrica.com)
Southern Silver Elects New Directors at AGM Jan 26, 2010
Dale Janowsky - Mr. Janowsky recently retired after 44 years in the practice of corporate & commercial law. He has extensive experience in advising all levels of management and boards of directors, including: Achilles Resources Inc, Avondale Resources Inc, Consolidated Powergem Resources Corp, Thios Resources Inc, Ducks Unlimited Canada, Lawyers Business & Property Network, Canada Post Corporation, University College of the Cariboo. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Heard the one about the comedian lawyer? Jan 25, 2010
You know, with commercial law, its usually about a couple of companies fighting each other over some money, and I figure people can get over losing some money. But criminal cases, they usually involve some kind of physical or emotional harm caused by or against someone. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Regulations that lead to freedom Jan 16, 2010
Emily Howie is a senior lawyer with the centre who has worked in mining and commercial law. Source. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
In downturn, no break on legal fees Jan 16, 2010
But high legal costs are causing increasing tension between large commercial law firms and their clients, many of whom say that other service providers, such as insurance or cater ing companies, have reduced rates during the recession. As the lead lawyer at North Reading-based technology company , Charles Gray is in charge of the group s multimillion dollar legal spending. (Boston Globe)
Young lawyers detach from veterans' coat-tails Jan 13, 2010
She focuses on servicing small and medium enterprises, foreign companies and start-ups on all facets of corporate and commercial law, capital markets, Mvate equity and litigation law. With the economy growing, there is greater demand for legal services, leading to more opportunity for youngsters. (India Times)
Chicago in the News Jan 10, 2010
What is distinctive about this situation is that the government is behind GM, said Picker, the Paul & Theo Leffmann Professor in Commercial Law at the Law School. Students get to The Point A Wednesday, June 3 blog post in the Chicago Reader highlighted three students in Social Thought who have launched a biannual publication that they hope will become a journal of ideas. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
