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Facebook Defeats User’s TOS Breach Claim–Lloyd v. Facebook

Eric Goldman

. “The fundamental deficiency in the claim…is a failure to point to any specific contract provision (or promise) that Facebook breached… For the same reason, 230(c)(1) is also a bar to Ms. Case Citation : Lloyd v. Facebook appeared first on Technology & Marketing Law Blog. Facebook, Inc.

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Who Owns Social Media Accounts?–In re Bang Energy Drinks

Eric Goldman

The categorization of social media accounts into “business” and “personal” accounts was a hot issue a decade ago, when states across the country passed laws to protect employees from invasive employer demands to access or control their personal social media accounts. The court doesn’t endorse this test.

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Understanding the CCB’s First Two Final Determinations (Guest Blog Post–Part 3 of 3)

Eric Goldman

Unlike most of the CCB cases to date, this case involves Section 512(f), the DMCA cause of action for bogus takedown notices. Consistent with the CCB’s small claims court ethos, the case involved both a pro se claimant and respondent. Mitrakos, 22-CCB-0035 , February 15, 2023, and Oppenheimer v. Let’s take a look.

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Introduction to Legal Calendaring Software: Empowering Legal Departments for Success

MatterSuite

Ensuring that legal professionals are always aware of upcoming deadlines, court appearances, and other critical events. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, incorporating technology into law firms has become essential for numerous reasons. Customization is another notable benefit of legal calendaring software.

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The Power of Legal Writing: How to Craft Compelling Arguments

MatterSuite

In the realm of law, effective communication can be the difference between success and failure. Whether you’re a practicing attorney, a law student, or simply someone interested in the art of persuasion, To understand the nuances of persuasive legal writing is essential. Cite relevant statutes, case law, and precedents.

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Seven Tips for Reducing CCPA Litigation Risks – Lessons from the First 18 Months

Debevoise Data Blog

Not surprisingly, in these early days of CCPA private actions, plaintiffs are trying to push the boundaries of the law and testing who, when, and why a CCPA claim may be brought. The CCPA provides a cause of action to “[a]ny consumer whose nonencrypted and nonredacted personal information.

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Change Management for Law Firms: Best Practices

CaseFox

Law firms may face a variety of challenges with change management. Law firms can include all the lawyers and other legal professionals in the process of change management. Here is everything you need to know about change management in a law firm. This is to stay relevant in the ever-changing legal industry.