Legal professionals are well aware of the prevalence of educational presentations in their field. Be it CLEs, lunch-and-learns, or webinars, these platforms provide valuable insights and updates on the various legal developments. However, the value gained from such presentations can be significantly amplified by one simple practice – asking questions. As an attendee, asking questions…
In an increasingly digital business landscape, the role of in-house counsel is evolving to involve a heightened focus on privacy compliance. A key contributor to this shift is the growing complexity of digital tracking software such as pixels. Unlike cookies, which can be blocked with privacy software, pixels are creating a multitude of challenges for…
In one of the most concerted legal actions against tech behemoth, Meta, 41 states in the United States, along with the District of Columbia have rallied to accuse the company of exploiting addictive features to ensnare children into using Facebook and Instagram. This legal offensive represents a significant development as state attorneys general across the…
On October 10, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments aimed at modernizing the rules governing beneficial ownership reporting under Sections 13(d) and 13(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Exchange Act). The key changes include faster filing deadlines for both initial filings of, and amendments to, Schedules 13D and Schedules 13G,…
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools have experienced significant growth and development over the last year, not only impacting the processes within the practice of law but also promising to bring substantial changes to the field of education, including legal education. This is according to a recent article published on JD Supra. The utilization of generative…
As legal professionals, it is incumbent upon us to be abreast of changes in legislation and mitigate potential risk factors. An upcoming change that may have slipped under many radars, yet bears significant consequences is the The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Slated to be effective from January 1, 2024, the implementation of the CTA holds…
The New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED), citing low compliance rates with air quality requirements, declared plans to increase compliance assurance and enforcement activities across oil and gas operations in the Permian and San Juan Basins over the next six months. This announcement ushers in an unprecedented period of regulatory enforcement in the region. This new…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to offer relief in the world of document review, expertly addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the process. These concerns are shared by many legal teams, who find the recurring task of document reviewing to be both costly and time consuming. This dreaded process, known as “repeated review”, is…
On October 17, 2023, significant changes were implemented in the control of advanced semiconductors by the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). The BIS released three sets of rules amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), building upon the changes initiated with the October 7, 2022 semiconductor controls, known as the “October 7 Rule”….
In the midst of a rapidly evolving environment marked by shifts in privacy laws and a surge in related litigation, renowned member of the defense bar, Sean M. Buckley, underlines the urgent need for the corporate sector to assess their compliance. This call to action is, in large part, a reaction to the rising tide…
In the latest episode of EDRM Trusted Partner, a popular podcast series by HaystackID, Anya Korolyov shares insights about her professional journey to eDiscovery and later to Cyber. As the Vice President of Cyber Incident Response and Custom Solutions at HaystackID, Korolyov has been at the forefront of handling highly complex legal matters related to…
In the latest developments surrounding environmental law, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new reports last week, explicitly addressing the considerable impact of methane emissions from food waste. This critical move by the EPA comes as numerous states are already taking strides towards controlling methane emissions, an environmental concern that is gaining precedence…
The Israel-Hamas war, currently unfolding in the Middle East, presents significant risks of regional spillover and potentially global implications. These concerns have been highlighted in the recent analysis by Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Sixteen days into the conflict after the Hamas attack on Israel, Israel declared war and is now gearing up for a…
In a significant move to ensure fair proceedings, the President of the Court of First Instance of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) issued an order on October 18, 2023, in favor of changing the procedural language from Dutch to English. The detailed account of the order can be explored in this article. The decision comes…
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued a clarification notice on the registration requirements for offsite hospital outpatient facilities in accordance with the 340B drug pricing program. According to JD Supra, this statement, which was slated to be published in the Federal Register on October 27, clears the ambiguity created in hospitals following…
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Environmental Justice (OEJ) released its Comprehensive Environmental Justice Enforcement Strategy Report on October 13, 2023. This is the first-ever report of its kind, outlining the OEJ’s environmental justice achievements since its inception and its enforcement strategy for the forthcomings years. The announcement was reported by JDSupra. Of particular…
Attention legal professionals: effective November 1, 2023, every employer will be required to adopt the revised Form I-9 for Employment Eligibility Verification, which bears the edition date of 08/01/23. Form I-9 is a crucial document that employers use to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The form is mandated…
In a recent announcement, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) has issued a memorandum titled “Withdrawal of Cybersecurity Memorandum of March 3, 2023” (“Withdrawal Memorandum”). The memorandum can be attributed to Radhika Fox, the EPA Assistant Administrator for Water, and was dispatched to the State Drinking Water Administrators along with Water Division Directions. It…
In a recent announcement, it was revealed that Illinois is set to modernize the rules that manage the acquisition of renewable energy credits. It’s a move that will see the state keep pace with the ambitious renewable energy targets that have gained momentum both home and abroad. Developers of renewable energy sources such as wind…
In a crucial update on environmental justice, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has released the first-ever Environmental Justice Enforcement Strategy Report. A keystone project of the DOJ’s newly minted Office of Environmental Justice, the report reflects a significant commitment by the DOJ towards advancing environmental justice across the nation. The Comprehensive Environmental Justice Enforcement Strategy…
In a recent order dated October 13th, a United States District Court in New Hampshire made an important ruling in relation to a Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) cost recovery action. The case in question was Banfield Realty LLC v. William E. Copeland, et al., the full details of which can be…
In a significant move that may impact companies and legal professionals alike, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has published its final rule resetting the definition of ‘joint employer’. Notably, this change incorporates the consideration of reserved and indirect control over essential terms and conditions of employment. This adjustment arises from the NLRB’s adoption of…
On October 25, 2023, the American Shrimp Processors Association (APSA) progressed their commitment to protecting the American industry by filing antidumping duty (AD) petitions on frozen warmwater shrimp from a number of import-heavy countries. Specifically, Ecuador and Indonesia have been subjected to these claims. The value of domestic shrimp is a focal concern of the…
In a significant regulatory development, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has set a new standard for ascertaining whether two employers are joint employers of specific employees under the purview of the National Labor Relations Act (Act). This process is central to the employer-employee dynamic and the outcome could influence labor relations in businesses across…
Does a lender have the right to foreclose its mortgage if a payoff of such mortgage is made by wire transfer, yet the payment fails to land in the lender’s account? This is a question recently addressed by the New York Supreme Court Appellate Division, Second Department (the “Court”). The case in question hinges on…