These comments demonstrate only the ignorant ramblings of a fool. Elite, and Lexis Nexis for that matter are not immune to the GFC, and who knows what recent events in Dubai will do to world markets - let's hope the 'W' doesn't emerge. It's an unfortunate reality, but companies need to ensure long term viability and sometimes this includes restructures that mean good people go. It's a sign of good business management when tough calls are made, and I'd duplicate this post in the current LN thread going down this same line. OK it makes for amusing reading briefly, and I'm sure this poster's weekly bar tab matches their therapy bills (this level of vitriol only generally pours from a select and jaded few within the legal industry), but perhaps a stretch to something approaching rational business discussion might elevate the site.