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Today's Legal NewsFirm Takes Another Hit in Bid to Collect 'Unconscionable' FeesAn appellate panel has tossed a $16 million contingency fee for work Graubard Miller performed for a New York real estate magnate's widow. Counting the HoursA new ABA-backed project aims to blaze a path for the nation's underfunded, overburdened public defenders while improving indigent defense. In Tricky Prosecutions, Judges Play PeacemakersThe U.S. Supreme Court could soon clarify the scope of a rule that discourages federal courts from allowing criminal settlement conferences. Compliance a Priority, But C&E Leaders Face HurdlesPolicy management and lack of resources are two key challenges for corporate compliance and ethics representatives, says a new survey. Commendable Conduct AwardSteven J. Harper's readers know his criticism of law school deans. But he's giving credit to one who's announced big cuts in class size. Eric Turkewitz on Legal BloggingEric Turkewitz, of The Turkewitz Law Firm and author of the New York Personal Injury Law Blog, offers dos and don'ts for first-time legal bloggers. Twitter: A Sleeping Discovery Giant?Attorney Daniel Cummins and staff reporter Ben Present discuss the emerging issue of social media law. In this installment, the two discuss the differences between Facebook and Twitter, and whether Twitter posts can be discoverable. Steve Fletcher on BYODSteve Fletcher, CIO at Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, speaks to issues "bring your own device" policies bring to law firms, such as securing client data. Are Social Media Sites Discoverable?Attorney Daniel Cummins and staff reporter Ben Present discuss the emerging issue of social media law. In this installment, the two discuss whether Facebook pages are discoverable. SEC Investigations 101: 20 Frequently Asked QuestionsMost large corporations will face a Securities and Exchange Commission investigation at some point. These 20 decision points commonly faced by counsel during an SEC investigation provide a starting point for developing a strategy. Report: Crackdowns on Sharia Discriminatory, MisguidedA new report envisions "decades of litigation" over legislation designed to bar judges from considering foreign and international laws. Martin Act Faces Big Test in Challenge to 2005 CaseThe Court of Appeals will hear a case which requires it to decide whether Attorney General Eric Schneiderman can finish what predecessor Eliot Spitzer started eight years ago and bring two former executives of American International Group to trial in a civil enforcement action. Hospital Accuses Judge Of Violating Judicial CanonsA hospital and its lawyers are striking back at the judge who tossed its defense and its counsel out of a medical malpractice trial for allegedly intimidating an expert witness. Drug Sentencing Guidelines Held Not To Hamstring Federal JudgesThe power of federal judges to depart from federal sentencing guidelines in drug cases is not limited to cocaine offenses, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit rules. Carlton Fields Talks Merger With Jorden BurtA possible merger with Jorden Burt would create a 310-lawyer firm. Jorden Burt has been seeking a merger partner for years, say sources. S&C Adds Linklaters Restructuring Partner in LondonNot known for making many lateral hires, Sullivan & Cromwell announced Wednesday that Linklaters banking and restructuring partner Christopher Howard is joining the firm's London office, where he will work on cross-border restructurings and bolster an expanding finance practice. First Circuit Revives Claim for Faulty ForeclosureThe bank faces possible triple damages, plus additional claims, for its conduct toward a homeowner under a loan modification program. Lawmakers Find $100 Million for Trial CourtsAOC administrative director Steven Jahr promised that judicial leaders would put the money to use "transparently and efficiently." Forensic Falcon Claims Fastest Forensic ImagingThe Product of the Week is gleaned from industry trade news, events, and press releases received by Law Technology News. This week, Forensic Falcon imaging device debuted at the Computer and Enterprise Investigations Conference (CEIC) in Orlando, Fla. Copyright 2008 © Jury Focus, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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