In a recent legal conflict, a Nevada toy-maker is vehemently challenging Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC’s move to dismiss law firm Maschoff Brennan from representing the toy-maker in a contractual dispute with Sony. The toy manufacturer, stationed in Nevada, is requesting a California federal judge not to succumb to Sony’s efforts.
The crux of the struggle involves Sony’s assertions that its former in-house counsel passed on crucial, privileged information to the toy company. However, these claims are being staunchly refuted by the toy-maker in question.
This legal tussle marks yet another instance of in-house counsel and information discretion coming into the spotlight, prompting legal entities around the globe to possibly reassess their policies in the increasingly digital and connected world of today.