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The State Of Telecommunications And The Challenges Ahead

Telecommunications, unquestionably one of the most important industries to our nation's economic and social well-being, faces a host of challenges that have arisen as the communications landscape has changed in the decade since the passage of the 1996 Telecommunications Act. The Industry And...

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Trainees And Students Under The Fair Labor Standards Act: Must They Be Provided Overtime?

Employers who take on interns, externs or trainees should be aware that if the arrangement qualifies as employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Act's minimum wage and overtime provisions apply. Any employer hosting an unpaid internship, externship or training program - or a...

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The FCC's Independent Panel On Katrina's Impact On Communications: The Chair Reports

Editor: Ms. Victory, would you tell our readers something about your professional experience? Victory: I have been practicing communications law for over 17 years. Most of my career has been with Wiley Rein & Fielding, which has the largest communications practice in the country. My time at...

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The Future Of Section 201: Safeguard Actions In International Trade Law In Light Of WTO Review

Introduction A "Section 201" action is one of the strongest fundamental trade remedy actions under U.S. law. This provision of the Trade Act of 1974 authorizes the U.S. International Trade Commission ("ITC") to examine whether a given import is causing or threatening to cause injur y to the...

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What Every Corporate Counsel Needs To Know About Trade Remedies

Editor: Why do corporate counsel need to know about international trade remedy laws? Brightbill: Corporate counsel need to have an understanding of the trade remedy laws because they are one of the few tools available in situations where they may face unfair trade competition from dumped...

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Electronic Gift Card Laws - The Risks Increase Along With The Rewards

Businesses have all but abandoned traditional paper gift certificates for more convenient electronic gift cards. Gift cards are now prominently displayed for sale on websites and in retail establishments of all kinds. But while enticing customers, gift cards have also recently engendered...

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"It Is Increasingly Crucial For The Law Firms To Be In Alignment With Their Clients On Diversity"

Editor: Mr. Yang, would you tell our readers something about your professional background? Yang: I am a Washingtonian. I went to George Washington Law School and have practiced in DC for my entire career. I started at Wiley Rein & Fielding as a summer associate and have continued to work...

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