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. Warner-Lambert sends letter to shareholders, defends planned merger with American Home Products. SEC issues accounting bulletin on revenue recognition. A stockbroker tries to avoid jail by taking advantage of a prosecutor's error.