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Kissinger opines on AI in The Atlantic

The Atlantic – How the Enlightenment Ends – Philosophically, intellectually—in every way—human society is unprepared for the rise of artificial intelligence. Henry A. Kissinger “…AI research now seeks to bring about a “generally intelligent” AI capable of executing tasks in … Continue reading

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Threat or hope for Louboutin’s iconic red sole trade mark? AG Szpunar opines that a mark’s ‘reputation’ should not be confused with ‘substantial value’

The trade mark consists of “the colour red (Pantone 18 1663TP) applied to the sole of a shoe as shown (the contour of the shoe is not part of the trade mark but is intended to show the positioning of … Continue reading

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Ambrogi – In New Ethics Ruling On Blogging, ABA Opines Like It’s 1999

Robert Ambrogi – Above the Law – Having now decided to weigh in on this untimely topic, what does the ABA tell us? [This is a must read] “In the classic short story “Rip Van Winkle,” a man fell asleep … Continue reading

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District Court Opines That ERISA Preempts Maryland Fair Share Health Care Fund Act: Notable Quotes

The Retail Industry Leaders Association won a victory last week when a federal district court ruled that Marylands Fair Share Health Care Fund Act was preempted by ERISA. Access the opinion here: Retail Industry Leaders Association v. James D. Fielder,… … Continue reading

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Seventh Circuit Opines: IBMs Cash Balance Plan Not Age Discriminatory Under ERISA

A victory for IBM and cash balance plans in general: “Kathi Cooper v. IBM Personal Pension Plan and IBM Corporation.” Some readers may enjoy the more casual tone of this opinion written by Circuit Judge Frank Easterbrook. (Read more about… … Continue reading

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