Ransomware Attack Not Covered: 'No Direct Physical Loss of or Damage to' Intangible Computer Software, State High Court Says
The insurance policy phrase "direct physical loss of or damage to" has been prominent in the news the past few years thanks to the spate of business interruption cases stemming from the pandemic, but one state high court recently had occasion to examine that policy language in a different context: cybersecurity.
Three More Law Schools Join Exodus From US News Rankings
Prospective law students can easily find information about our performance in "without the muddy signaling that the U.S. News rank creates," Jennifer Gerarda Brown, dean and professor of Law at Quinnipiac Law, said, adding that "devoting precious administrative resources and sometimes catering to U.S. News ranking methodology distracts and detracts from our efforts."
Elon Law Names Its Next Dean
"Universities are engines of opportunity, and I want to serve an institution that is committed to transforming students' lives," Zachary Kramer said in a statement. "Elon Law is the most innovative law school for experiential education and practical training. I'm excited to help lead the community in its next phase of growth."
State High Court Rejects Second Bar Recommendation to Amend Professional Rules to Include Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment Provisions
"While there is evidence that the resolution's drafters sought to curb discrimination and harassment identified in the survey conducted by the bar, such an intent cannot be used to justify the possible chilling of free speech," stated the opinion. "The resolution covers a substantial amount of protected speech."