Q. How do I know Advantage is current? How often is content updated? Who updates the content?

A. Lawyers update content at least once a week and as often as daily when prominent events occur, such as releases or rules and regulation updates from the SEC. Lawyer Links also maintains indexes specifically dedicated to new developments for easy access to just in time information. 

Q. Where does the Advantage Library get source content from?

A. Lawyer Links obtains content from the SEC, Federal Register and the authoritative public domain website for a specific topic (for example NASD, NYSE, etc,). Lawyer Links aggregates, indexes, formats and annotates legal content relevant to corporate legal advisors. Sources in their original format are also available for your convenience.

Q. Does Advantage eliminate the need for other research services and materials?

A. The  Advantage is a one stop online service that is specifically designed for corporate law research.  It significantly reduces the need for multiple online subscriptions and printed sources (such as reporters, briefs, treatises, etc.)

Q. How much productivity can I gain from researching with the  Advantage service?

A. The Advantage typically saves 3 to 4 hours within its first use. 

Q. Can I collaborate with my colleagues on research I've done using the Advantage?

A. Yes, you can share your research results by sending your colleagues links with comments on relevant Topics via your email service. If necessary, your colleague may sign-up for a free trial.

Q. Can I return to my last research results when I log back in? 

A. Yes. Click the Restore button on the Welcome Screen after logging in to reload the previous page visited.

Q. Is my research confidential?

A. All research transactions take place on a secured web site to keep your client matters confidential. Lawyer Links only captures your time spent for billing purposes. For more information see our privacy policy.

Q. My firm/company already has a corporate subscription to Advantage. How do I get access?

A. Subscribe here. Be sure to select the subscription option consistent with your firm/company subscription.  All company information must be accurate and you must subscribe with a company email address to ensure you receive your credentials. You may also contact your Library Services department for assistance.

Q. My firm/company does not have a corporate subscription. How do I get access to the Advantage?

A. Subscribe here for an individual subscription. If your company is interested in a corporate subscription, you can also subscribe (make sure to select the Corporate options) or contact us.  

Q. Does Lawyer Links offer free demonstrations or trial use of its services?

A. Yes. Lawyer Links offers several different ways to learn about its service whether you are looking for a guided tour or to explore the service yourself.  Click here to find out more.

Q. What happens to my session if I forget to logout or leave my screen open?

A. After 20 minutes of inactivity the system will automatically terminate your session and log you out.  When you return, you will be offered to return to the last page you visited.

Q. I have a technical problem how can I get help?

A. For your convenience  offers several different ways to get help including email contact forms, Frequently Asked Questions and a user feedback button on every page.

Q. What are the minimum technical requirements needed to use  Advantage?

A. To use  Advantage, you’ll need a PC, Internet Connection and Browser. Specifically you’ll need:

• Operating System: Microsoft^® Windows^® 98(SE)/NT/2000/XP/VISTA Operating system
• Browser: Internet Explorer Version 5.5+ with JavaScript enabled. If you do not have Internet Explorer version 5.5 or later, download here.
• Plug-in:  Adobe^® Acrobat^® Reader Version 5.0+ plug-in. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0 or later, download here. (We strongly recommend that you download the reader with advanced search features)
• Internet Connection:  Broadband or DSL
• Email: Valid email address (non-public domains* must be used for Corporate subscriptions, .edu domains must be used for Educational subscriptions.) *Note: Lawyer Links will not authorize USER IDs with email addresses from domains such as aol.com, gmail.com, hotmail.com, msn.com, yahoo.com, *.net or other "public" domains without verbal confirmation of the applicant's credentials.

Q. I can’t log in to Advantage. How do I get access?

A. If you have not subscribed, subscribe for  here.

If you’ve subscribed and received an email that your account has been activated...

Check to make sure you are trying to access the site with right Log In information. If you’ve forgotten your password, click on the “forgot password” link on the home page and we’ll email you your password.

Check the minimum technical requirements for using  Advantage. If these options don’t work Contact  here.

If you have subscribed for an account and have not received an email that your account has been activated...

Continue to check your email account up to 48 hours from your registration. If you still have not received an email at that time, contact  Customer Service.

Q. I can’t remember my username or user ID. How do I get access?

A. Use your email address to log in. Use the email address where you received your conformation.

Q. Can I have more than one user ID?

A. Unfortunately, we only allow one user ID per individual user.

Q. Can I share my user ID with another person?

A. For billing purposes and confidentiality, Lawyer Links does not allow users to share User IDs. More than one user can not be logged in with a single user ID.  Sharing of your user ID is strictly prohibited.

Q. My account has expired, what do I do?

A. Contact a Customer Service to discuss renewal options or technical assistance if your subscription term has not ended.

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