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Network Interference: A Legal Guide to the Commercial Risks and Rewards of the Social Media Phenomenon
November 16, 2009
Social media is a revolution in the way in which corporations communicate with consumers. This White Paper will help you to maximize the huge potential benefits of this revolution and protect against the inherent legal risks surrounding this phenomenon. In this document, you will find practical, action-oriented guidelines as to the state of law in the following areas: Advertising & Marketing; Commercial Litigation; Data Privacy & Security; Employment Practices; Government Contracts & Investigations; Insurance Recovery; Litigation, Evidence & Privilege; Product Liability; Securities; and Trademarks.
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Costs Practice Direction for Defamation Proceedings - October 2009
October 14, 2009
The new Costs Practice Direction for Defamation Proceedings comes into force on 1 October 2009, along with the other changes to the CPR.
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Civil Procedure Rules Update 50 - October 2009
October 14, 2009
The 50th set of amendments to the Civil Procedure Rules came into force on 1 October 2009
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Rethinking Freestanding Diagnostic Imaging Centers Prospects for Business Affiliations
September 29, 2009
Over the past decade, diagnostic imaging services have been among the fastest growing medical services paid under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS). These services have been targeted for payment reductions and other regulatory restrictions due to this rapid growth. As summarized below, both Congress and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have taken steps to significantly reduce payments for the technical component of diagnostic imaging services paid under the MPFS, including services provided in facilities enrolled in Medicare as physician practices (both radiology and non-radiology) or as independent diagnostic testing facilities (IDTFs).
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A Guide to Competition Law in the UK
September 04, 2009
August 2009
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Banking Industry Regulatory Update
August 12, 2009
In light of the economic turmoil and loss of consumer confidence which has blighted the UK and international financial system over the past two years, the Tripartite Authorities have sought to reform the UK banking industry by strengthening the financial system’s stability and resilience. The Tripartite Authorities have also been working alongside their European and international counterparts to create a more stable and transparent system.
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Reed Smith Paris - Insolvency & Restructuring
July 16, 2009
Capabilities brochure
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Financial Services Advisory Group London Capabilities
June 17, 2009
June 2009
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Annual Funding Notice Distribution Requirements for Single Employer Defined Benefit Plans
April 17, 2009
Section 101(f) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”) requires that the administrators of single-employer defined benefit plans furnish an AFN to (a) each participant and beneficiary, (b) each labor organization representing such participants or beneficiaries, and (c) the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (the “PBGC”). The AFN must include, among other things, the plan’s funding percentage, a statement of the value of the plan’s assets and liabilities, a description of how the plan’s assets are invested as of specific dates, and a description of the benefits under the plan that are eligible to be guaranteed by the PBGC. The Department of Labor issued a model AFN in Field Assistance Bulletin 2009-01.
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Reed Smith Attorneys File Comments with the FTC on Behalf of Firm Clients Regarding Proposed Revisions to FTC Endorsement & Testimonial Guidelines
March 03, 2009
Reed Smith Advertising, Technology & Media partners John P. Feldman and Anthony E. DiResta filed comments on March 2nd with the Federal Trade Commission on behalf of the firm's clients, Association of National Advertisers and Word of Mouth Marketing Association, in response to the FTC's request for comments regarding proposed revisions to its Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.