Judges should pay more attention to this analysis, since they base their generous fee awards upon the theory that firms like Robbins Geller need a rich multiple to continue the valuable work of suing corporations.

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Facebook is already working closely with retailers like Wal-Mart and Baskin Robbins in local markets and is expected to significantly increase efforts following its IPO.

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"We've identified schools that would like to expand, " says Pete Robbins, Lambeth's cabinet member for children and young people.

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Mill is being squeezed from the top and bottom, and the lanky Robbins is perfect for the part: watching him under stress is like seeing a tube of toothpaste bunch up in the middle.

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"It's kind of like your arm is twisted into participating, " says Romil Patel, a Baskin Robbins franchise co-owner in Milwaukee.

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