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    Wisconsin Lawyer
    May 01, 1998

    Wisconsin Lawyer May 1998

     


    Vol. 71, No. 5, May 1998

    WisLAP Combats Career Killers

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    Cover: Bob Schuchman

    By Dianne Molvig

    he Wisconsin Lawyers' Assistance Program's trained volunteers help their colleagues statewide deal with the stresses of lawyering, depression, drug and alcohol abuse, gambling addiction, job loss, procrastination, fatigue ­ anything that can potentially destroy a lawyer's career and personal life ­ while maintaining strict confidentiality.

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    Features

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    The Great Computer Crash of 2000

    By Craig A. Fieschko

    The year 2000 problem can result in system crashes, product malfunctions, and loss or corruption of data ­ and legal disputes. The author summarizes the most basic legal issues to provide a starting point for a year 2000 compliance program but cautions that readers should conduct a careful analysis for additional issues, since each situation is unique

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    Is a Padlock Better Than a Patent?
    Trade Secrets vs. Patents

    By Mimi C. Goller

    Know-how and technology are key factors in a business's commercial success, and protecting this valuable information is critical. However, using the wrong intellectual property protection could cost you everything. The author reviews the various advantages and disadvantages with trade secrets and patents, and provides some important factors to consider when determining which form of protection to use.

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