Beijing-based Jingsh Law Firm is setting its sights on expansion, with plans to launch offices in Japan, South Korea, and North Korea. If successful, Jingsh will hold the unique distinction of being the only Chinese law firm with an office in North Korea, as well as being the first Chinese law firm to operate in…
Legal professionals working in various sectors, especially those specializing in education law, should note a significant development in the North American legal landscape surrounding education. Specifically, in North Carolina and Florida, the system for accrediting colleges is set to change. In a move that is likely to shape the future of education in these states,…
After over half a decade of evolving standards that sometimes stood in opposition, the federal banking agencies – namely, the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) – have introduced significant revisions to the regulations that implement the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). The details…
The Amadeu Antonio Foundation, a German anti-bigotry NGO, recently published a report revealing a rise in antisemitism in Germany. The report’s main contributor, Dr. Nikolas Lelle, attributes this spike to the actions of Hamas against Israel on October 7. The report states that these actions led to a significant decrease in public solidarity with the…
A former Deloitte lawyer is set to appear before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal due to allegations of inappropriate behavior at a social event. The lawyer allegedly kissed an individual at the gathering in a manner that the Solicitors Regulation Authority has classified as “inappropriate”, “unwanted”, and potentially “sexually motivated”. The event at the center of…
On a recent and noteworthy legal development, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals heard an oral argument in the case of Aggarwal v. U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The case poses significant queries about the legality of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (or DEA) process for considering the reclassification of controlled substances. As reported by JD Supra,…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced an amendment to the Safeguards Rule of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), extending data breach notification requirements to a broader range of companies. With effect from October 27, 2023, this modification will put more non-bank financial institutions under the obligation to report any unauthorized acquisition of nonpublic, unencrypted and…
Law firm Kirkland & Ellis has recently confirmed the addition of Matthew Howard, a distinguished professional specializing in alternative investment vehicles, as a partner in its investment funds group. Kirkland & Ellis announced the move on Wednesday. Howard, previously from Fried Frank, has earned a name in the sector with his focus on structuring alternative…
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division has updated its Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Program in March 2023. This update has renewed expectations for companies to employ data analytics and testing, although the government’s expectations remain somewhat undefined. In a climate where enforcement risk associated with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is increasing across…
In an unusual legal development, the Eastern District Court of Virginia (EDVA) recently granted a preliminary injunction, compelling a real estate seller to comply with a rezoning proffer. The decision showcases the efficiency typically associated with the EDVA’s ‘rocket docket’. This ruling was made in the case GW Acquisition Co., LLC v. Pageland Limited Liability…
Over the past few years, the world of crypto assets has expanded exponentially, bringing its own unique set of opportunities and challenges. Among those facing the brunt of these challenges are auditors, who find themselves sailing uncharted waters as they attempt to establish clear guidelines and auditing procedures in a rapidly evolving arena. The crypto…
Attention legal professionals: Mark your calendars for November 16th, 2023. Robins Kaplan LLP will be hosting the highly anticipated annual Trial Advocacy Seminar in Minneapolis, MN. Titled “Know Your Story. Tell Your Story”, this year’s event promises to unravel the intricacies of persuasive storytelling. Legal professionals from top corporations and law firms will gather for…
Modernization of the aerospace supply chain is having significant transformative impacts, reshaping the industry in various areas. Specifically, it is driving significant change in three key zones: advances in existing technology, integration and interoperability, and in the management of relationships within the complex ecosystem of Aerospace and Defense. As technology continually advances, it seems leaders…
In recent years, online reviews have assumed an increasingly crucial role in shaping business landscapes. According to a consumer survey conducted by Yelp, a staggering 83% of review readers trust online testimonials concerning local enterprises. However, along with real, unadulterated reviews, fake reviews have started making rounds, misleading consumers and disrupting fair business practices. Consider…
In this November 2023 edition of the European Competition Law Newsletter, we focus primarily on the UK Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) newly published “Green Agreements Guidance.” Detailed insight about this development and its implications on legal professionals working with UK competition law is provided in this newsletter. The CMA published the finalized version of…
In a legal development involving copyright and fair use principles, the Supreme Court of the United States recently delivered a verdict in the case of Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith. The case revolved around the unauthorized selling of rights to one of Andy Warhol’s images of Prince by the Andy…
On October 31, 2023, the United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a new directive that stands to deeply impact the financial relationship between U.S. entities and Myanmar Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE). Announced through Directive 1 under Executive Order 14014, the decree, that would come into effect on…
In an unprecedented legal event, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a case against SolarWinds and its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on October 30, 2023. The charges are hefty, detailing allegations of fraud, false reporting, and violations of internal and disclosure control policies. These accusations are in direct relation to the SUNBURST…
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in association with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), have elicited the opinions of stakeholders on a proposed framework created with a view to enhance the evaluation of antimicrobial-resistance risks connecting to the use of pesticides. The request was…
Amidst the rapidly changing landscape of labor relations law, a new development is bound to captivate legal professionals around the world – the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB’s) new rule for determining joint-employer status under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). This new rule takes a broad interpretive stance by expanding the current standard, and…
In this era of expanding digital horizons, eDiscovery – the electronic aspect of identifying, collecting and producing electronically stored information (ESI) in response to a request for production in a lawsuit or investigation – has emerged as a critical facet of the legal world. Understanding its path, from inception to the present day, can serve…
An informative webinar is set to take place on November 14th, from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST, which aims to tackle crucial insurance coverage issues in Pennsylvania. The state of Pennsylvania presents unique challenges for practitioners managing insurance claims, and this webinar is specifically designed to address these complex problems. Hosted by Goldberg Segalla…
As we approach the end of 2023, a host of new federal reporting obligations are set to impact the landscape for business owners operating in the United States. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a federal law effective from January 1, 2024, calls for new information disclosures to be made to the U.S. Department of the…
Non-Commercial Educational (NCE) broadcasters typically enjoy certain legal advantages such as exemption from regulatory fees. However, they also face specific challenges. Indeed, like their commercial counterparts, NCEs are required to compile and submit quarterly issues/programs reports which account for station programming addressing community matters. This obligation underscores that the regulatory landscape for broadcasters, both commercial…
The legal community has long recognized the significant impact the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Division of Examinations has on guiding practices in the financial industry. Further delineating this influence, on October 16, the Division publicized its examination priorities for fiscal year 2024 (Oct. 1, 2023-Sep. 30, 2024). This announcement is of critical relevance to…