Issue of December 19th, 2007

Limited Records Inspection Allowed in Shareholders Suit

Chancellor William B. Chandler III decided an issue of scope in a books and records inspection case recently, ruling that in certain circumstances shareholders may access materials that predate their stock ownership.    More


Legal Community Responds Well to New Muscular Dystrophy Fundraiser

The Muscular Dystrophy Association introduced a new fundraising concept this year specific to the legal community, and in true Delaware fashion, the fund drive and event in Wilmington ranks among the most successful nationwide.    More


Abbott Declaratory Judgment Litigation Dealt Fatal Blow

Despite a flurry of filings that demonstrates the legal maneuvering that can go on in patent cases, Abbott Laboratories was unsuccessful in its attempt to keep declaratory judgment actions alive in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware.    More

NEWS IN BRIEF:

• DuPont Hosts Students At ‘Street Law’ Event
• Richards Layton Lawyers Admitted to Delaware Bar
• Habbart Speaks to Forum of Executive Women

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