On August 1, 2023, the United States’ Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a new Form I-9. This comes as a replacement for the previous one, which was issued in 2019 and is set to expire on October 31, 2023. The DHS has also made an important announcement regarding certain revisions for remote verification procedures….
The United Kingdom has earned a bit of a reputation for lagging behind in terms of corporate criminal enforcement, especially when compared with the practices in the United States and elsewhere. However, over the recent years, it appears that the UK government is intent on rectifying this, as evidenced by a series of reforms aimed…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is closely watched by stakeholders in healthcare and life sciences. The ongoing development of AI-enabled solutions is bringing radical transformations in these sectors – impacting drug discovery, disease diagnosis, clinical trials, and precision medicine. Consequently, life science firms are increasingly investing in AI tools, as reported by Law360. When life sciences and…
On Thursday, California bar prosecutors came to the agreement that one set, but not both, of the ethics charges against Tom Girardi’s son-in-law should be put on hold, given the ongoing related criminal case. This case is centered around the same alleged client deception. This development follows an ongoing saga entangling the Girardi family in…
In a recent development, the Southern District of New York dismissed a petition to confirm a foreign arbitration award amounting to $145 million. The award was initially rendered in Hong Kong, but the court made its decision to dismiss based on lack of personal jurisdiction. The case brought to the attention the complexities surrounding the…
Professor Jamelle Sharpe will be stepping up from his current role to take on the title of Dean at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Law, as of August 16. The highly respected academic has been deemed fit for the position following a comprehensive national search. Sharpe’s new role doesn’t end with simply being…
In a noteworthy development, the United States Ninth Circuit Court recently upheld the validity of a clause delegating authority to arbitrate, even if the larger arbitration agreement is null and void. This ruling emphasizes the standing of the delegation clause as an individual agreement that is separate from, and not contingent upon, the overall enforceability…
There has been a flurry of attention around the anticipated Corporate Transparency Act, slated to take effect from January 1, 2024. Nevertheless, despite the prevalent buzz, for many operational corporations in the U.S., the Act’s actual impact might be considerably milder than anticipated. This soft impact arises chiefly from the broad exemptions incorporated into the…
In a recent development, the deputy director of regulations and doctrine of the National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) of Colombia issued an addition to the unified concept No. 106 of 2022 on July 18, 2023. This new decree further specifies the obligation to invoice the assignment of Exploration and Production (E&P) contracts. While full…
In a significant ruling, the Connecticut Supreme Court dispensed with the concept of governmental immunity in a case involving a police officer and a traffic incident. The case revolved around Officer Jonathan Sykes, a Bloomfield police officer, who, in responding to a possible abduction on Aug. 10, 2017, collided with a woman’s car, causing injury…
In an unexpected judicial discourse last week, Justice Samuel Alito declared his viewpoint that the Supreme Court was above regulation by Congress – a view that stirred considerable controversy as reported by various outlets. He stated, “No provision in the Constitution gives them the authority to regulate the Supreme Court—period.” However, this stance has been…
In recent developments, Senate Democrats, led by Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, have made an appeal to Chief Justice John Roberts in regard to Justice Samuel Alito‘s participation in certain legal proceedings. The group is requesting Alito’s recusal in any future cases related to Supreme Court justice ethics and congressional regulation of the Court. This…
Generative AI is becoming an invaluable tool for legal professionals aiming to bridge the communicative gap between the dense jargon of the law and the succinct, revenue-focused language of business. In this article, we explore ways that General Counsels (GCs) can effectively employ AI to simplify their communication with CEOs and other key stakeholders, thereby…
In this week’s roundup of marijuana-related news, we delve into a series of noteworthy events, which have kept legal professionals both intrigued and engrossed. This includes everything from new legislative proposals and potential changes to existing marijuana laws, to the launch of a personal cannabis brand by a former Minnesota governor. This week’s debate in…
The U.S. legal sector faced a slight setback in July as it saw the loss of 1,200 jobs. This decline, albeit marginal, follows an encouraging rise in employment during June. The figures being discussed are based on preliminary data which was published recently by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The fluctuation in job numbers…
In a recent development in the legal arena, four partners from the renowned law firm, Clare Locke LLP, are venturing on their own to establish a law firm based in Washington, D.C., bound to become a focal point for high-profile defamation litigation. This strategic move arises from the partners’ successful representation of Dominion Voting Systems…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has submitted a notice of proposed rulemaking, with the objective of expanding the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR) to include most health apps and similar technologies that are not governed by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). The HBNR amendment proposition follows an effort to formalize the FTC’s Statement…
Deep-pocketed defendants facing compliance violation charges, such as under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), can provide significant opportunities for lawyers. However, some choose paths far less ethical and considerably more illegal, such as submitting false ADA complaints. Take, for example, the unfortunate case of Florida lawyer Stuart Finkelstein. Finkelstein caught attention recently with serial…
In Minnesota, a new law taking effect from July 1, 2023, sharpens the legal and financial stakes for corporations that require their employees to sign noncompete agreements. The legislation represents another indicator of the broader shift across the United States to limit the efficacy and scope of non-compete clauses in employment contracts. A major component…
Acclaimed ATM maker Diebold Nixdorf, which is currently navigating bankruptcy proceedings, recently announced that its chief legal officer, Jonathan Leiken, is stepping down as the company prepares to emerge from bankruptcy protection later this month. This development comes amidst a pivotal period for Diebold Nixdorf, a company renowned for their technological solutions in the banking…
In a concerted effort to alleviate what is perceived as unnecessary pressures on radiology practice billing, the American College of Radiology (ACR), the Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA), RadNet, and Rayus Radiology have submitted a joint letter to the Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS). These organizations, representing outpatient radiology practices and imaging centers,…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has recently extended a victory to the University of Miami over a litigation revolving around tuition refunds following campus closures amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The claims, which involved the university’s halt to in-person education, were based on the allegations of breach of contract and unjust enrichment….
Following a trend seen in recent decisions, the ECJ’s judgment in the case of CK Telecoms has continued to affect the telecoms market in Europe. Telecom to telecom mergers have commonly been blocked or met with divestment/behavioural remedies, largely due to the presence of oligopoly in the national market. This has been viewed as the…
The Joint Commission, a nationally recognized body providing accreditation for healthcare organizations, has recently taken significant steps to reduce burdensome regulations. In its latest modifications, the commission will eliminate or consolidate over 200 accreditation standards across many of its programs. This marks the second major tranche of standards reduction employed by The Joint Commission. This…
In recent years, traditional legal practices have been disrupted by technological advancements, including the availability of remote depositions. The impact of this shift is expected to have profound implications for expert travel expenses, leading to a decrease in overall costs related to expert witnesses deposition. Historically, fees associated with expert witness depositions have incorporated travel…