As the evolving landscape of drug legislation continues its course, there is an uptick in the passage of state drug price transparency laws across the United States. A report from Goodwin states that by October 2023, there is legislation showing new requirements for drug manufacturers across 22 states. This is an update from the previous…
In a rapidly digitizing business environment, corporations and law firms are consistently looking for ways to refine their client outreach and data management processes. Tapping into the multifaceted advantages of combined eMarketing and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems can substantially streamline these processes. As outlined in a recent article on JD Supra, here are five…
With the close of each calendar year, comes the requisite task of issuing annual retirement plan notices for 401(k) schemes. We tend to treat these memos as routine administrative duties. Yet, mishaps in notice management can derail your company’s compliance strategy. As we progress into the annual notice season, it’s prudent to reacquaint ourselves with…
Legal professionals should pay close attention to a recent overturn by the 10th Circuit, which held a ruling in an otherwise common off-the-clock case. The decision deals with two critical areas in legal practice – arbitration and inherent issues in wage and hour cases. The case in question is Brayman v. Keypoint Government Solutions, Inc.,…
In a notable ruling for the 340B Program space, the United States District Court of South Carolina recently offered a favourable judgment towards 340B-participating covered entities. The court’s decision supports a more comprehensive definition of who may reasonably be considered a 340B-eligible patient, potentially impacting many healthcare institutions and professionals. Understanding the implications of this…
As of November 1, 2023, a notable change has been initiated in the HR departments of companies across the globe. Employers are now required to use the revised Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form, as reported by JD Supra. Originally introduced by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to verify the identity and…
Hawaii-based health provider, AlohaCare, has recently experienced a substantial data breach incident, revealing the sensitivity of the technology utilised in the health sector. Impacted were involving 12,982 individuals who were notified of the unauthorised access related to the MOVEit file-transfer program. According to a notice filed with the Attorney General of Maine on November 3,…
In a notable development, a federal receiver has been permitted to abandon a Texas pipeline. The ruling comes on the back of the lawsuit, Securities and Exchange Commission v. The Heartland Group Ventures LLC et al. This ruling sheds light on the powers granted to a receiver under federal law, indicating that they may be…
In a significant escalation of ongoing legal issues, the Office of the Attorney General in Connecticut has put forth an amended complaint against Stone Academy, a nursing school, along with its owners, Joseph Bierbaum and Mark Scheinberg. The new complaint, filed on October 23, outlines a chain of allegations, the core among them being improper…
In the legal field, it’s often taken for granted that sizable Biglaw firms dominate the industry, influencing even the reach and structure of attorney compensation and bonuses. However, there’s another contender on the rise: boutique firms. As these smaller, more specialized entities begin to establish their significance in the legal marketplace, attorneys may benefit from…
In the wake of recent lawmaking at the Supreme Court, it appears that the focus of affirmative action debate may unexpectedly shift to Congress. While traditional attention has been paid to the judiciary, it now seems plausible that the Congressional branch might take the lead on this controversial issue, starting with an examination of legacy…
Wayne State University Law School is set to receive a new building with the aid of a substantial $30M capital projects grant, approved by the Michigan Legislature. The grant is significant both in its amount and the rarity of its kind, marking the largest capital outlay awarded to Wayne State in almost three decades and…
On the 25th of October, 2023, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) delivered an unfavorable opinion concerning a proposal made by a manufacturer to provide a free compatible hearing aid to certain patients. The patients included in this proposal were federal health care program beneficiaries who…
The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) ongoing investigation into human rights abuses in Venezuela has hit a contentious milestone this week, as the court’s Appeals Chamber heard arguments regarding the resumption of the investigation. Argentina, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, and Canada referred Venezuela to the ICC in 2018. These states have accused the Maduro government of committing…
In a recent decision by the Fifth Circuit in the National Press Photographers Association v. McCraw case, it appears the First Amendment rights of photographers and filmmakers employing uncrewed aircraft systems (UASs) are under threat of being undermined. This case also underscores potential complications in maintaining federal control of the airspace. This report from Wiley…
In a recent shift in policy, the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) has offered a degree of sanctions relief to Venezuela. Specifically, OFAC issued General License 44, authorising transactions which concern Venezuela’s oil and gas industry that were formerly going against the Venezuelan Sanctions Regulations. This move is seen as…
It’s not uncommon for bustling law firms and well-established businesses to say “I don’t want more business,” particularly when work levels are at peak levels. However, this sentiment does not dispel the need for a robust online presence, which may include the need for a professional website. Firms that find themselves flush with work might…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent lawsuit against SolarWinds Corp and its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Tim Brown, has rapidly brought the issue of executive responsibility in cybersecurity disclosures into sharper focus. The case pivots around the 2020 data breach. Details of the claim suggest a culture of misrepresentation within SolarWinds, with…
In a significant legal development within the ongoing collisions of police power, legal rights, and racial justice, a Colorado jury has retuned a not guilty verdict for Aurora Police Officer Nathan Woodyard, representing the third police officer charged in relation to the death of 23-year-old Elijah McClain in 2019. The JURIST report details the multiple…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have been persistent in their efforts to target private equity firms for engaging in continuous acquisitions, colloquially known as “roll-ups”. The controlling agencies argue that these acquisitions lead to inflated prices, while also reducing the quality of products or services for consumers. On the…
In a development set to simplify the recognition of foreign documents, China has now officially joined the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention. This is a significant stride in the international legal arena, as the Apostille Convention seeks to eliminate the need for legalization of foreign official paperwork. Instead, a single apostille issued by one or more…
Indiana has recently seen key amendments in its child support guidelines. The Indiana Supreme Court, on October 17, 2023, entered an order to amend the Indiana Child Support Rules and Guidelines (Guidelines), with the effectiveness set to commence from January 1, 2024. The details of these amendments are still forthcoming, however, they are expected to…
In a departure from tradition, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently handed down judgments indicating a shift in the perception of specific performance as an “extraordinary” remedy in the context of commercial real estate disputes. As noted in an article by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, this could herald a significant change in legal…
In the most recent healthcare developments out of Washington, a slew of legislative activities caught the attention of industry professionals. These pivotal developments include a Senate Finance Committee discussion draft, a White House executive order on AI, and the passage of notable appropriations bills. The Senate Finance Committee has initiated a conversation revolving around a…
On third day of October in 2023, legal circles across Mexico witnessed a major flourish, when the Mexican Senate demonstrated its approval of a legislative draft that could fundamentally alter the landscape of the nation’s financial laws. Known officially as the ‘Decree’, it represents potential reform that amends the sanction procedure in the administrative context…