WTO to rule on claims of state aid for Airbus
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is expected to issue a ruling today on the long-running feud between the United States and Europe over state aid for Airbus, the aircraft manufacturer. feeds.timesonline.co.uk |
Trafigura report on dumped waste in Ivory Coast revealed
A report commissioned for the oil trading firm Trafigura stating that tonnes of dumped waste could have caused an outbreak of illness in West Africa can be revealed for the first time after an injunction was lifted. feeds.timesonline.co.uk |
Changes at large law firms will stay, insiders predict
In the past year, the large law firm economic model has changed. Firms have altered the way they recruit, promote, train and compensate associates — and how they bill and manage work for clients. bizjournals.com |
David Edmonds: is he cracking the whip or leading the way?
Stacked on David Edmonds’ desk is a pyramid of 18 varieties of baked beans. “It’s a private joke,” he insists — declining to be photographed with them. “It shows the huge variety you can have, and quality at the same time.” feeds.timesonline.co.uk |
Law firm introduces client-driven budget tool
TAMPA — Foley & Lardner LLP has begun rolling out proprietary client service technology designed to provide its lawyers and clients with real-time legal costs management. The firm’s goal is for widespread use of its new Budget Management Tool by lawyers by the first quarter of next fiscal year, a strategic move designed to meet client service demands. bizjournals.com |