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Domestic Environmental Law
Friday, June 26, 2009
By Christine A. Fazio and Ethan I. Strell

"Christine A. Fazio and Ethan I. Strell, attorneys at Carter Ledyard & Milburn, write: While it is difficult to ascertain from Judge Sotomayor's opinions whether she would bring a particular environmental perspective to the Supreme Court, it is clear that she is not a judicial activist. She has ruled for and against environmental petitioners, has upheld and struck down environmental regulations, and has evidenced a practical perspective. Her decisions show respect for precedent and statutory language, and appear devoid of an ideological (or, dare we say, "empathetic") bent."

Entertainment Law
Friday, June 26, 2009
By Michael I. Rudell and Neil J. Rosini

"Michael I. Rudell and Neil J. Rosini, partners in Franklin Weinrib Rudell & Vassallo, Write that anyone following summer motion picture releases will note the seasonal prevalence of big budget sequels to successful films. Mindful of the vast rewards that can flow from these so-called 'franchises,' they say, Hollywood studios structure their agreements with book authors to maximize their chances of creating one. "

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Arbitrators Less Prone to Grant Dispositive Motions Than Courts
Friday, June 26, 2009
By Michael D. Young and Brian Lehman

"Michael D. Young, a lawyer and mediator and arbitrator with JAMS, and Brian Lehman, a lawyer and arbitration associate with JAMS, write that while courts have held that arbitrators have the inherent power to grant dispositive motions, the lack of explicit rules on the issue reflects the hesitance that most arbitrators feel in granting dispositive motions without a fact hearing."