On August 25, 2023, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced the approval of its new Scheduling Letter and Itemized Listing by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The latter document delineates new requirements, with federal contractors mandated to submit significant additional data and information to the OFCCP at the start of…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s legal troubles are burgeoning at a time when the race for the 2024 presidential election is gaining momentum. According to Bloomberg, Trump, who is preparing for another bid for the White House, potentially faces as many as six criminal and civil cases in the coming year. These cases include lawsuits…
Regulating the flow of money and ensuring the security and validity of money transfers are core challenges for professionals in the legal and financial industries. Jeff Barringer, Amy Greenwood-Field, and Aaron Kouhoupt — attorneys at McGlinchey Stafford — recently drew attention to the latest developments concerning money transmission laws in their discussion for McGlinchey’s Deep…
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has announced the finalization of its “updated” Supply and Service Scheduling Letter and Itemized Listing. This update, being immediately implemented, marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of federal contract compliance. The Scheduling Letter serves a crucial role as it initiates a compliance…
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is tightening its regulation of Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) violations, according to a recent report by Weiner Brodsky Kider PC on JDSupra. The CFPB issued consent orders against a significant independent mortgage banker and a real estate brokerage firm on August 17, 2023, based on allegations of…
In a significant development in the realm of digital privacy, a high court in Nairobi suspended data processing for cryptocurrency project Worldcoin and its partners over the past week. The court’s directive is based on a grievance filed by the Kenya Data Protection Commissioner (DPC) which accused Worldcoin of unlawfully collecting large volumes of biometric…
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s summer recess, the office of U.S. Solicitor General has surprisingly remained active. Considered a traditionally quiet period for the Solicitor General’s office as the Justices embark on speeches, teaching roles, and vacations, this time has witnessed a whirlwind of activities under the leadership of U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar. In…
The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has recently completed the final regulation for implementing and interpreting certain sections of the California Consumer Financial Protection Law (CCFPL) related to commercial financial products and services. As revealed by Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, the regulatory approval came after considering public comments and putting forth three…
Legal scholars Baude and Paulsen have stirred quite a debate with their argument that former President Donald Trump is ineligible to hold the presidency again according to Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment. This incisive interpretation of constitutional law, seen through an originalist lens, has struck a chord with thinkers from both ends of the…
Last week, renowned lawyer Alan Dershowitz proposed a controversial viewpoint suggesting Donald Trump’s request to Georgia’s election officials to find additional votes actually served as an exoneration. Dershowitz argued that it was because Trump did not explicitly ask to fabricate or concoct votes. Contrarily, law professor Jonathan Turley offered a converse stand, interpreting the call…
King & Spalding announced the addition of Mitch Tiras to their corporate, finance, and investment practice group. Tiras joins the firm as a partner based in Houston, Texas, migrating from Locke Lord. According to Bloomberg Industry Group, the firm released this news on Monday. Tiras’s work specializes in the tax aspects of structuring and executing…
The trial of Donald Trump in Washington has been confirmed for March 4, 2024. Trump stands accused on federal charges of conspiring to obstruct the 2020 presidential election, a major legal development that could mark a notable turn in the American political landscape. The announcement of the date was made on Monday by US District…
A noteworthy milestone has been passed—ten years since Brazil implemented its pioneering anti-corruption law. This legislation has paved the way for numerous investigations and criminal charges. Unsurprisingly, these developments have also led to an influx of work—for both local and international law firms. A case that still echoes in the corridors of justice is the…
As storms continue to threaten global businesses, employers grapple with the task of addressing multiple challenging issues related to these natural disasters. A recent publication titled “Comprehensive FAQs For Employers on Hurricanes and Other Workplace Disasters: 2023 Edition” specifically focuses on workplace-related concerns in the aftermath of hurricane-related disasters. The updated FAQs for 2023 elaborate…
A testamentary provision, most people are acquainted with the notion of having a will. The ultimate eventuality of human existence requires conscientious preparation, not only for the peace of our minds but for the benefit of those we leave behind. Whether it be physical property, real estate, liquid finances, shareholdings, personal household items or collectibles,…
The question of whether a parent of a constituent corporation must sign the agreement of merger has sparked a seemingly widespread interest among legal professionals. It is a question that calls into question the role of the power dynamics within corporations in the context of business mergers. In California practice, a typical merger reorganization involves…
Big Six South Korean firm, Yulchon, is turning heads in the legal industry with recent partner hires designed to bolster both their dispute resolution practice and antitrust practice. The company confirmed in an announcement with Law.com International, that they have drawn new hires from both the Korea Fair Trade Commission and international dispute resolution law…
In a landmark ruling, a judge has stated that works generated by artificial intelligence (AI) are not eligible for copyright protection. This decision, delivered on August 18, 2023, could bear significant implications for the legal protections extended to AI-created works, as reported by JD Supra. Artificial intelligence’s role in creating content, from visual artistry to…
The September Visa Bulletin provides critical data for employers seeking clarification on immigration matters pertaining to their international employees. Released monthly by federal immigration authorities, this bulletin provides timelines informing immigrant visa applicants on when they can expect notifications to assemble and submit required documentation to respective government departments. According to a recent article on…
Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, has announced the addition of Michael Lebovitz as a partner in their tax practice group. Based in San Francisco, California, Lebovitz is an established name in the field of international tax advice. His strategic counsel on joint ventures, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, post-transaction integration, international corporate finance, and capital…
For legal professionals keen on expanding their machine learning and forensics expertise, a webinar titled “Deep Dive into Digital Investigations: Insights and Tales from the Trenches” is set to take place on the 21st of September, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm ET. The Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) will host the session, featuring anecdotes…
The globally respected risk and compliance consultancy, NAVEX, is hosting its highly anticipated 12th annual Virtual Risk & Compliance Conference, NAVEX Next, on September 20th, 2023. This event will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET and invites all professionals in this field to participate in this virtual experience. Details about the upcoming…
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (MCCC) has scheduled a vote on September 8, 2023, to decide on several significant regulations related to the marijuana industry. These encompass medical use, adult use, Host Community Agreements (HCA), Community Impact Fee (CIF) invoicing, and social equity regulations. On August 16, 2023, MCCC posted its draft regulations for 935…
The American Bar Association (ABA) is delving into one of the critical issues that currently preoccupy law firm leaders – the rise of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, and the anticipated adjustments within Big Law firms to accommodate this rise. The ABA has convened a new panel, titled the ABA Task Force on Law and…
On Thursday, September 14, a notable meet-and-greet event is slated to take place at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Lathrop GPM, a prominent full-service law firm, is hosting this event dubbed ‘LA Community Connections’ from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event features a significant opportunity for legal professionals to network and familiarize themselves…