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Success in Goldman Case Unique in International Child Abduction Cases

It took more than five years before David Goldman was finally reunited with his son, Sean, after the child had been abducted by his mother and taken to Brazil.

Repeal of Estate Tax Likely to be Short-Lived

As of January 1, 2010, the federal estate tax has been repealed - but no one is sure for how long. Some in Congress have promised swift action to bring the controversial tax back.

The Feel Good Fair Use Test

If an artist, producer or publisher wants to use a copyrighted work, or a portion of it, in their own work, they need the permission of the copyright owner.

Chrysler Reverses No-Liability Position Regarding Product Defect Claims

Following significant public outcry, the newly formed Chrysler Group LLC has agreed to accept liability for many defective product claims that it had previously denied.

For Florida Sinkhole Disputes, "Neutral" Evaluation Is Rarely Neutral

As the result recently enacted Florida law, insurance companies now have a new weapon with which to deny or otherwise underpay claims for sinkhole related damage.

Detention System Changes Ahead

The Obama administration is seeking to transform the highly-criticized immigrant detention system.

California Steps Up Enforcement of Foreclosure Consultant Laws

Fed up with companies preying on desperate homeowners, the California Attorney General's office is taking action to prosecute foreclosure consultants operating in violation of state laws.

Governor Signs Bill to Revitalize Florida's Economy

During the housing crisis last year, Florida was one of the leaders in home foreclosures in the country. As the state's real estate market continued to plummet, the rest of Florida's economy followed.

International Centre for Dispute Resolution

In a global economy where alternative dispute resolution is becoming more common, the ICDR provides an increasingly important forum for resolving international business disputes.

Protecting Yourself from Mortgage Fraud

The growing trend of schemes aimed at homeowners who are fighting to avoid foreclosure.

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