Recent Developments Under the PSLRA
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
In 1995, Congress enacted the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act (the "PSLRA") to deter what was perceived to.
Reeves v. Sanderson Plumbing Products, Inc.--What Impact Will It Have? Maybe None
Tracey R. Wallace of Adorno Yoss White & Wiggins
This article discusses the impact of Reeves v. Sanderson Plumbing Products, Inc. upon the burden shifting analysis in employment discrimination cases.
For Whom Does BELLEFONTE Toll? It Tolls For Thee
Goldstein, Michael H. of Mound Cotton Wollan & Greengrass
A commentary article reprinted from the August 13, 1998 issue of Mealey's Litigation Report: Reinsurance In a r.
Conflict of Laws in International Loans to French Corporations: The Usury Question
Eric Cafritz and Omer Tene
While equity has lost its appeal for the time being as a currency for acquisition transactions, subordinated debt and high yield bonds have gained ground as cost efficient financing tools. However, the development of high yield lending in France has been substantially curtailed by a stringent criminal usury statute.
Recent Decision Casts Doubt on Scope of Section 17200 in Cases Involving Securities Transactions
Karl D. Belgum and Adam Brezine of Thelen LLP
California's unfair competition law - Business and Professions Code ç17200 - imposes civil liability for "any unlawful, unfair or fraudulent business act or practice and unfair, deceptive, untrue or misleading advertising." A recent California appeals court decision purports to impose a significant new limitation on the scope of ç17200, holding that the statute does not encompass actions arising out of "securities transactions."
From the "Boom Boom Room" to Wall Street: The High Price for Locker Room Antics In The Financial Services Industry
Mary C. Dollarhide of Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
Despite money and power, Wall Street is not immune from harassment and discrimination claims - claims that will li.
Unintended Consequences of an Intentional Act Can Constitute an Occurrence
Aaron F. Fishbein of Mound Cotton Wollan & Greengrass
The New York Appellate Division, Fourth Department, recently reiterated the well-established insurance principle th.