A former engineering manager at Twitter has filed a lawsuit against the social media giant, its owner Elon Musk, and SpaceX alleging employment discrimination and wrongful termination. The plaintiff claims that Twitter failed to fulfill a promise of salary increase and consistently preferred ‘less qualified men’ for promotions following Musk’s takeover of the company. The…
On November 30, 2023, a significant development in US-Israel relations took effect: Israel was formally admitted into the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The decision, made by the Biden administration, followed years of effort and represented a major milestone in the ease of travel between the two nations. The VWP, also known as the Electronic System…
The UK’s financial services regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has postponed the announcement of its final policy statement outlining the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDRs). This development has induced a sense of uncertainty among asset managers about the imminent amendments to their labelling and disclosure obligations. The new rules are being eagerly awaited by industry…
The U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) has announced plans to extend the initial reporting deadline for the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), as reported by the JDSupra. Details uncovered reveal that FinCEN has published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on September 27, 2023, aiming to modify the final Beneficial Ownership Information (“BOI”)…
The complex landscape of employment laws and regulations often leaves professionals grappling with misunderstandings, especially regarding termination laws – Virginia’s statute being one such instance. Misinterpretations or misconceptions about these laws can manifest as disputes and may even spiral into legal troubles. Such complications are commonly seen in the practices of attorneys at Dunlap Bennett…
In the pursuit of a carbon-neutral future, every industry faces considerable challenges, and aviation is no exception. Large commercial aircraft are responsible for approximately three-quarters of this sector’s carbon dioxide emissions. The concept of batteries light enough to power these immense vehicles over lengthy distances is still far off in the distant future. And even…
In a recent attempt to increase the accessibility of banking services to the cannabis industry, a bipartisan coalition of 22 attorneys general sent a letter to congressional leaders. The plea asks Congress to advance the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act of 2023. This key legislation aims to boost access to regulated banking…
Recent class action lawsuits have accused certain crypto trading platforms of collecting facial scans of users without giving prior written notice. The allegations were first made public by Law.com Radar. As these allegations directly impact data protection and tech management aspects, they prove relevant to legal professionals providing counsel to businesses in the technology sector,…
In an increasingly competitive market, corporations and law firms must consistently distinguish their products and services from those of their competitors. One often underutilized tool for achieving this distinction is Trade Dress Protection. This legal framework protects the visual appearance of a product or its packaging that signifies the source of the product to consumers….
News has emerged that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is enforcing Section 8 of the Clayton Act once again. This marks the first time in over 40 years that the commission has done so. Section 8 of the Clayton Act specifically deals with interlocking directorates among competing businesses, especially referring to boards of directors of…
On September 14, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law bill A.836, marking a significant shift in the state’s employment regulations. This law prohibits employers from requesting or requiring employees or job applicants to disclose the login credentials for their personal social media accounts. As part of this legislation, employers are also prevented…
The Supreme Court has agreed to assess the legality of two hotly-debated state laws in Texas and Florida, designed to manage how social media giants such as Facebook and X (previously termed Twitter) handle content on their platforms. These laws, which surfaced in 2021, were conceived in response to governmental concerns that these companies were…
In a well-documented trend, legal professionals, including lawyers and other industry stakeholders, are increasingly engaging in side jobs outside their primary roles. The rise in these alternative pursuits, often referred to as ‘side hustles’, is influenced by factors such as increased expenses and shifting cultural norms within the workplace. In recent times, these side gigs…
A recent ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit holds potential implications for social media platforms and their content moderation policies. The court surmised that the Biden administration had potentially violated the First Amendment by compelling social media platforms to remove content deemed as misinformation on topics like COVID-19 or the…
We recently had a chance to meet with Professor Stuart C. Gilson of the Harvard Business School for an interview to tap into his insights on how firms create value. A renowned expert on valuation, credit and financial statement analysis, and corporate transactions, Professor Gilson has plenty of wisdom to share. During our conversation, we…
The United States Trustee Program, a component within the Department of Justice, carries the responsibility for the efficient administration of bankruptcy cases throughout most of the country. Since its establishment in 1986, it has been operating across all states except for North Carolina and Alabama, where a separate Administrator Program manages bankruptcy filings. While many…
According to a recent report from SCOTUSblog, the Supreme Court is setting its sights on a new agenda as it tackles key cases in the upcoming term. Among these cases is a standout focusing attention on the use of social media by school board members. This has necessitated a thorough examination of their rights and…
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has introduced a crucial new requirement that U.S. Businesses should be aware of. An IRS press release indicates that any U.S. business receiving a cash payment exceeding $10,000 is now mandated to file Form 8300 – the “Report of Cash Payments Over $10,000 Received in a Trade or Business.” This…
In a collection of items today from the legal world: Firstly, according to a recent viral TikTok video, Law students seem to be the landslides in the clubbing scene, which raises unconventional views about their social behavior, notably in the entertainment context. Secondly, in a startling defamation case, a lawyer has taken legal actions against…
In the rapidly evolving world of corporate law, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division has published its fourth version of the ‘Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP). Although this revised version has now been in circulation for over six months, the insights brought forth remain as relevant as ever for in-house counsel and chief…
The rules governing third-party beneficiary rights are notably complex, especially within the context of major construction projects. In these endeavors, multiple contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, or sub-subcontractors may be working simultaneously, making the probability of potential interferences or breaches high. This complexity often results in substantial legal uncertainty. To further explore this situation, let us…
For legal practitioners within the travel and accommodation industry, a new development concerning “drip pricing” has been observed. In a recent case, Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the most prominent hotel chains globally, was cited for employing “drip pricing,” a practice described as omitting mandatory fees from advertised room rates. This omission, which subsequently…
In an important development for legal professionals, the New Jersey Legislature has recently revised its involuntary commitment law, addressing a significant lacuna that previously allowed hospitals to hold patients in need of involuntary commitment for a maximum of 72 hours. The change will require a notable shift in the way hospitals manage such patients. Historically,…
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the shift towards remote work has accelerated significantly. This was a trend already on the rise as new technologies made it possible for employees to operate outside of traditional office spaces. Interestingly, spaces such as co-working environments and home set-ups have become common workplaces. This shift has undeniably…
In a significant move to bolster worker rights, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) are joining forces. These two influential agencies signed an agreement aimed at increasing inter-agency cooperation to combat anticompetitive behavior and unfair and deceptive acts that could harm workers. This partnership marks a critical step in…