New England Biz Law Update

Parties to arbitration frequently complain that the process has become nearly as time consuming and expensive as litigation. Such comments are typically made by people who do not have an accurate sense of the time and expense involved in litigation, ...

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Reports of data theft are on the rise, and whether the actual number of incidences has been rising, we are hearing about it more and more. Publicly announcing the loss or theft of sensitive data – a circumstance that has been coined a “CNN moment” – has become a common nightmare for many corporate officers.

The letter usually begins with “Dear Vendor.” It goes on to explain how, as a result of circumstances beyond its control, Smith Corp. failed to thrive and its assets were sold off. The letter may also inform you that Jones ...