Also known as:programs · programmed · programming · programme
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3 senses
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in commercial law
A set of coded instructions directing a computer to perform specified operations. The term includes supporting information provided with a transaction when the program is customarily treated as part of the goods or when ownership of the goods confers a right to use the program.
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in commercial law
A set of coded instructions directing a computer to perform specified operations. The term includes supporting information provided with a transaction when the program is customarily treated as part of the goods or when ownership of the goods confers a right to use the program.
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in public benefits and professional conduct
An organized scheme or plan through which a government or organization delivers assistance, services, or structured activities. Such programs include public assistance, pro bono legal services, and approved lawyers assistance initiatives.
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in judicial conduct
A schedule or agenda listing the order of events at a meeting, convention, or organized gathering. A judge may appear on or permit use of the judicial title in connection with such a program subject to fundraising restrictions.
An organized scheme or plan through which a government or organization delivers assistance, services, or structured activities. Such programs include public assistance, pro bono legal services, and approved lawyers assistance initiatives.
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in judicial conduct
A schedule or agenda listing the order of events at a meeting, convention, or organized gathering. A judge may appear on or permit use of the judicial title in connection with such a program subject to fundraising restrictions.
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Security Interest in Embedded Software
Premier Manufacturing granted a security interest in industrial robots. Each robot contained an embedded computer program that controlled its functions. The secured party perfected its interest in the robots as goods because the program was associated with the equipment in the ordinary course of business.
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Students Frequently Ask...
Does a computer program embedded in goods receive different treatment under Article 9?
A computer program embedded in goods is included in the definition of goods when it is customarily considered part of the goods or when ownership of the goods confers a right to use the program. A program embedded solely in the medium itself is excluded.
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Pro Bono Lawyer Provides Modest Gift
Attorney Lopez represented an indigent client through a law school clinic. After the client lost housing, Lopez gave the client a small sum for rent. The gift was not promised before retention and Lopez sought no reimbursement from the client or anyone affiliated with the client.
Minority Contractor Set-Aside Challenged
The city awarded construction contracts under a race-based set-aside program. A non-minority bidder sued, arguing the program lacked evidence of past discrimination in the local industry. The court required the city to show a strong basis in evidence that the program remedied specific past discrimination.
Premarital Agreement Triggers Public Assistance
Paul Peterson and Pilar Pena signed a premarital agreement eliminating spousal support. After divorce, Pilar qualified for public assistance benefits. The court ordered Paul to pay support sufficient to keep Pilar off the public assistance program.
Lawyer Learns of Misconduct in Assistance Program
Parker Phillips participated in an approved lawyers assistance program and learned that another lawyer had committed serious misconduct. Phillips was not required to report the information because it was obtained while participating in the program.
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What limits apply to gifts a pro bono lawyer may give an indigent client?
A lawyer may provide modest gifts for basic living expenses but may not promise the gifts before retention or seek reimbursement from the client or anyone affiliated with the client.
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When may a court alter a premarital agreement that eliminates spousal support?
A court may require support payments when the elimination of support would make a party eligible for public assistance at the time of separation or dissolution.
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Does participation in a lawyers assistance program create a reporting obligation?
Information gained while participating in an approved lawyers assistance program is exempt from the reporting requirement under Rule 8.3.
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Judge Featured on Nonprofit Program
Judge Rivera accepted an invitation to speak at the annual awards dinner of a local bar association. The printed program listed her as a featured speaker and included her judicial title. Because the event raised funds for legal aid, the judge participated only after confirming the program concerned the administration of justice.
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Students Frequently Ask...
When may a judge appear on the program of a fundraising event?
A judge may appear on the program of a fundraising event only if the event concerns the law, the legal system, or the administration of justice.
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438 U.S. 104, 98 S.Ct. 2646, 57 L.Ed.2d 631 (1978)
…393, 413 (1922), and this Court has accordingly recognized, in a wide variety of contexts, that government may execute laws or programs that adversely affect recognized economic values. Exercises of the taxing power are one obvious example. A second are the decisions in which this Court has dismissed “taking” challenges on…