Supreme Ct. refuses to consider Bermuda insurer's trade secrets case against Morgan Stanley. Exxon Mobil Corp. did not infringe Phillips Petroleum's patent for making polyethylene plastic. Second Circuit says copyright claims against Native American Tribe preempted by tribal immunity. Dates of copying determine whether assignee of pre-1978 copyrights can sue for infringement. California Supreme Court slams door on comparative bad faith defense.
Court finds no peculiar risk in ordinary construction site hazard.
Apportionment ruling lets negligent insurance company shift blame for independent medical examiner s assault. Montana cuts back on peer review privilege. Retail investors get access to internet roadshows. Missing clause in stock plan sinks an executive windfall, and offers lessons. SEC issues guidance for companies to strictly follow accounting and disclosure rules for restructuring charges.