Survey results: WHAT DO YOU THINK OF STORING DATA ON A CLOUD?

Our NYCLA community is a group at the extremes, as demonstrated by this last poll about cloud computing.  Multiple answers were allowed and many of you selected more than one answers.  Interestingly, I observed that while 50% of voters were thrilled at the prospect of the cost-savings of this (relatively) new technology. Another 50% of voters were not even sure what the poll was about! The results in percentages are below:

Fantastic! Cost-saver and the future of data storage.

(50%)

My concern is confidentiality and trade secret protection.

(33%)

My concern is the viability of fly-by-night vendors.

(0%)

My concern is ownership , location and what law governs.

(16%)

What is storing data on a cloud?

(50%)

Is Your LinkedIn Profile Violating the Rules of Professional Conduct?

Twice I heard warnings cautioning attorneys who use LinkedIn to be careful of how they describe themselves on their LinkedIn profiles.  The concern stems from possible violations of attorney advertising rules. The "Specialties" section of the profile was of most concern. One commentator suggested that you not include any specialty unless you have obtained special certification in that area. Have you considered the professional conduct rules prior to creating your LinkedIn profile?

Strengthening the Judicial System

I came across a recent article / interview of Ted Olson and David Boies concerning the work that they are doing with the ABA to combat the crisis in the judicial system resulting from underfunding.  I thought many in our NYCLA community would be interested:  http://ipwatchdog.com/2011/05/30/exclusive-interview-ted-olson-david-boies/id=17498/