As a growing body of academic literature asserts, noncompetes are restraints against competition, and they are harmful to both employees and the economy. As one of the major levers that the federal government has over the economy, antitrust laws can provide significant deterrence to abuse of noncompetes by employers. In…
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Legal Intelligencer: Big Trouble—Little Governments
While asserting claims in federal court against local government is a powerful tool, it is one that should be used sparingly and carefully. Like most other litigation, such claims come with significant risks and financial costs. In the April 12, 2024 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward Kang and Kyle…
Legal Intelligencer: Strategies for Successful Recovery of E-Discovery Expenses
There are avenues through which parties can seek recovery of e-discovery expenses. Parties should understand the basis upon which courts will allow recovery of these costs and establish reasonable limits on the scope of discovery at the beginning of the litigation process. In the January 26, 2024 edition of The Legal…
Legal Intelligencer: Collective David Against Corporate Goliaths: Named Plaintiffs’ Standing in Antitrust Class Actions
Antitrust claims can successfully navigate last decade’s reforms. As market concentration intensifies, especially in the technology sector, it is crucial for class counsel to adequately represent plaintiffs and bring antitrust class actions to safeguard their rights. In the January 23, 2024 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward Kang wrote, “Collective…
Legal Intelligencer: Battle of the Experts (Standards): ‘Frye,’ ‘Daubert’ and Federal Rule of Evidence 702
Litigators preparing to qualify or challenge an expert witness must be ready to navigate several obstacles in admitting or excluding expert testimony. With the new amendment to Federal Rule of Evidence 702 coming into effect, litigators should take note of changes and incorporate them into their decision-making regarding expert testimony.…
Legal Intelligencer: Use Rule 106 to Your Advantage: Introducing the Rest of the Story in Real Time
Rule 106 is more than just an obscure procedural rule governing the timing of the introduction of statements. It is tied to the fundamental objective of the adversary system, enabling parties to deliver robust arguments that are forceful yet within the bounds of fairness. In the November 2, 2023 edition…
Legal Intelligencer: Technology-Assisted Review: A Superior Approach in Legal Document Review
As technology continues to advance, legal professionals should embrace TAR as an invaluable tool in the search for efficient, accurate, and cost-effective legal document review. In the October 26, 2023 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Kelly Lavelle wrote, “Technology-Assisted Review: A Superior Approach in Legal Document Review.” Technology-assisted review (TAR)…
Legal Intelligencer: Beware of Ethical Issues in Today’s E-Discovery Landscape
Ethical issues in e-discovery arise due to the unique challenges and the complex nature of electronic data. The ethical challenges presented demand careful consideration and require lawyers to remain competent in emerging technology and the implications on e-discovery. In the August 10, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Kelly Lavelle…
The Legal Intelligencer: Emerging ‘Securities’ Litigation in Cryptocurrency
Courts will likely be grappling with questions regarding cryptocurrency for years to come—with the results from the suits against Binance and Coinbase potentially serving as guiding precedent in answering those questions. In the July 6, 2023 Edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Edward T. Kang and Kandis L. Kovalsky co-authored, “Emerging…
Legal Intelligencer: Safeguarding Data Privacy in the E-Discovery Process
ESI often contains confidential data, such as trade secrets, financial information, and personal data, and attorneys need to be aware of their obligations to protect this information and prevent unauthorized disclosure. In the June 8, 2023 edition of The Legal Intelligencer, Kelly A. Lavelle wrote “Safeguarding Data Privacy in the…