In recent information surfaced by the Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA), it was revealed that the Stanford University False Claims Act (FCA) settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) centered around more than just China’s unreported support connecting to federal research funding. Details of the case have shed light on undisclosed assistance originating from seven…
Seemingly calm waters could turn turbulent as the Supreme Court of the United States recently agreed to revisit a significant judicial precedent, namely the Chevron doctrine. Under this doctrine, courts defer to a federal agency’s reasonable interpretation of any ambiguous statute that has been handed over by the US Congress to the agency to manage….
In a precedent setting case, HMRC v BlueCrest Capital Management (UK) LLP, the Upper Tribunal (UT) has maintained the decision of the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) regarding the United Kingdom’s salaried member rules found under ss 863A – 863G Income Tax (Trading and Other Income) Act 2005 (ITTOIA). As described by JD Supra, this case deserves…
In a noteworthy ruling, a split panel decision by the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has overturned the Trademark Trial & Appeal Board, declaring that fraud after registration is not a legitimate basis for canceling an otherwise incontestable registered mark. The case in question is Great Concepts, LLC v. Chutter, Inc., Case…
In a recent development, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized its rule to abolish the ‘de minimis’ exemption concerning the reporting of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) as per a pre-publication version. The change was highlighted in a communique by Pierce Atwood LLP, published on JD Supra. The…
In a recent development, Massachusetts Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer has released a report illustrating how the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s holistic approach is aiming to tackle the climate crisis, as detailed in JD Supra. The report disseminates vital information about the current trends, barriers, and gaps in Massachusetts’ climate policy, establishing several guiding principles for exhaustive governmental…
Residential warranty provider Homesafe has accused Consumer Affairs of operating an illicit pay-to-play scheme, according to a lawsuit filed in a Colorado federal court. The claim suggests that the reviews and rankings featured on the platform are not unbiased but rather influenced by illicit payments. This arrangement, the suit alleges, has seen the improper use…
The highly reputed City University of New York (CUNY) has recently lodged severe accusations against neuroscientist Hoau-Yan Wang. Wang, a faculty member of CUNY and a former partner of the controversial biotech firm Cassava Sciences, is being accused of misconduct regarding the writing and publication of 20 scientific papers. The serious charges are detailed in…
In a recent development that may lead to increased cooperation between industry stakeholders and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the agency released a draft guidance document for formal meetings with PDUFA product sponsors and applicants on September 22, 2023. This new document, titled “Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Sponsors or Applicants of…
In a move that reflects the dynamic and rapidly evolving international legal landscape, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Court has granted, it is believed, one if its first-ever urgent anti-suit injunctions. The injunction is based on the American Cyanamid principles and has been issued to prohibit a Maltese entity (“Malta Co”) from pursuing proceedings against…
The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Mallory v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co has left certain ambiguities regarding the issue of personal jurisdiction. This ruling has raised the previously stable due process framework that has governed personal jurisdiction over nationwide and global businesses for nearly 80 years since International Shoe Co. v. Washington in 1945….
In a substantial change to Canadian maritime law, the Hamburg Rules have been officially eliminated from the Marine Liability Act. As announced by law firm Stikeman Elliott LLP, this change was enacted by the amendments made in the Budget Implementation Act, 2023, No. 1 (S.C. 2023, c. 26). Transport Canada has consistently recommended the implementation…
The National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) has delayed the termination of the current bar exam from July 2027 until the February 2028 administration. Originally announced in September, this decision aims to ensure the smooth transition for all jurisdictions, making both current and NextGen exams available concurrently for two years. For further details, read more…
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently tabled a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM or the Rule) aimed at modernizing the H-1B Program. The proposed changes include providing flexibility in the F-1 Program and improvements to other nonimmigrant worker programs. Published with the intent to streamline the H-1B application process, the NPRM could…
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) escalated the ongoing Israel-Hamas war by deploying ground forces in the Northern Gaza Strip. This marked a significant intensification in the ongoing conflict, which saw the troops active in the area before ultimately returning to Israeli territory. The IDF confirmed that it had killed Shadi Barud, the Deputy Head of…
Bennett Jones, a Canadian law firm, continues to expand its Montreal office, which was launched only in May. The firm’s latest additions bring the office’s roster to 11 lawyers and a senior advisor. Among the new additions is Martin Valasek, previously with Norton Rose Fulbright Canada for more than 20 years. Valasek starts his tenure…
In a recent string of employee data violations, French authorities have imposed a substantial penalty on SAF Logistics. The company’s lack of full cooperation during the investigation was regarded as an aggravating factor, heightening the gravity of their non-compliance with data protection regulations. This case brings to light, yet again, the importance of correct data…
On October 24th, several prominent banking regulatory bodies in the United States, including the Federal Reserve Board (Fed), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), issued their much anticipated final rule on the supervision of lenders under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). The CRA was originally…
The Florida Bar Association is currently deliberating a provocative question regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by lawyers: should client consent be necessary before lawyers use AI in their legal matters? This controversy adds another layer to the increasingly complex relationship between technology and law. Karen Sloan, a correspondent for Reuters, reports that Florida…
Healthcare continues to be a significant expense for corporate entities and law firms alike, and recent trends suggest that these costs are predicted to rise dramatically in the coming years. Most notably, healthcare renewal costs are anticipated to see significant increases come 2024 – some estimates putting the hike at an alarming 20% or more….
The recent Supreme Court of Maryland case, AGC v. Pierre, has pushed the ethical boundaries of election interference into the legal spotlight. This landmark case marks the first time the court has examined the legitimacy of Bar Counsel initiating an investigation into a judicial candidate amid an election cycle. As outlined in AGC. v. Pierre,…
In a significant development, the Alberta Court of Appeal has upheld the decision to quash the decision of the Alberta Minister of Energy under Alberta’s oil sands royalty regime (OSR Regime). The case, Shell Canada Limited v. Alberta (Energy), marks the initial appellate-level interpretation of the OSR Regime. Fundamentally, the court’s decision demonstrates the willingness…
In a recent development in the realm of corporate governance and stock exchange regulations, another legal challenge has emerged. This time, the focus is on the Nasdaq’s board diversity rule. As outlined by JD Supra, the Alliance for Fair Board Recruitment and the National Center for Public Policy Research have petitioned for a rehearing en…
The 2023 Fall Tax Forum organized by Williams Mullen is set to be conducted on November 9th from 9:00 am to 10:00 am ET, according to JD Supra. The forum serves as a platform for professionals to gain an annual review of Virginia’s tax developments, including pertinent court decisions, administrative rulings, and legislative changes. This…
On October 17, California Attorney General (AG) Rob Bonta drew significant attention to an ongoing issue within the food packaging industry. Issuing an enforcement advisory letter, he reminded manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of food packaging about an established provision in California law. This regulation restricts the presence of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in certain…