In March 2021, the Italian government issued the Legislative Decree n. 24/2023, acting on the EU Directive n. 2019/1937 to introduce significant changes and obligations for employers regarding whistleblowing matters. Under this new legislation, corporations operating within Italy must exhibit due diligence and careful response to any received reports of misconduct as it protects the…
In a sustained effort to reduce pollution and protect both human health and natural ecosystems, the European Parliament has proposed amendments to existing legislation that governs Europe’s various water bodies. These bodies include inland, transitional, and coastal surface waters, as well as groundwater. This move is seen as part of furthering the European Commission’s Zero…
As the summer season is in full swing with record-breaking temperatures expected, employers in New Jersey are being urged to develop and implement measures to mitigate the risk of employees developing heat-related illnesses while working outside. These matters fall under New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Law, a critical area of focus for legal professionals serving corporations…
When it comes to examining the financial success of law school graduates, one can’t help but zero in on the Ivy League institutions, famed for their history, prestige, and hitherto track record of producing top-tier lawyers. According to a recent finding reported by Above the Law, one particular Ivy League law school stands ahead of…
In a significant recent ruling, the Colorado Supreme Court has issued a comprehensive decision on U.S. Bank National Association v. Silvernagel, clarifying certain intricacies related to debt collection rules particularly in situations involving bankruptcy proceedings. Initially published in Law360, this determination principally addresses issues concerning the effect of a borrower’s bankruptcy discharge on secured installment…
On Tuesday, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued its long-anticipated proposed regulations for the New Jersey Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights. This significant legislation impacts Temporary help service firms, third-party clients, and the workers they employ, and the proposed regulations seek to clarify ambiguous areas within the law. The proposed regulations…
In the latest ‘Compliance Notes’ issued by Nossaman’s Government Relations & Regulation Group, a range of topics have been discussed pertaining to campaign finance, lobbying compliance, election law, and government ethics issues. These topics are addressed at the federal, state, and local level, casting a light on the understanding and interpretations of relevant recent statutory…
The enforcement of the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) of 2020 Final Regulations by the California Privacy Protection Agency has hit a roadblock. The initiative was halted on June 30, 2023, by a California Superior Court, just as enforcement was about to be rolled out. This development was recently reported by JD Supra. With this…
The ever-evolving landscape of the legal industry has witnessed numerous ebbs and flows. A case in point is the Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis law firm, which has a 90-year legacy, that is gracefully bowing out, making efforts to steer clear of bankruptcy court during its wind down process. Known for excelling in a broad…
On June 30, 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared it would rehear the compelling case of LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Tech Operations en banc. The announcement has sparked anticipation among legal professionals around the world. The full court’s intention to reevaluate the existing doctrine on design patent obviousness, a…
Legal professionals worldwide should be aware of a recent case in which technology company iTutorGroup, Inc. had to settle for $365,000 with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The federal agency alleged that the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) software explicitly discriminated against certain applicants based on their age. Notably, it was claimed that the software…
The Blockchain Bi-Weekly is a fascinating initiative led by the Polsinelli Blockchain+ team, providing invaluable insights into some of the most relevant stories in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and Web3 ecosystems. Drawing on their legal expertise and their understanding of the interplay between smart contracts, code, and US law, the Blockchain+ team presents an informative “rundown” on…
The realm of renewable energy in Alberta has been recently thrust into the spotlight. This was a result of an unforeseen announcement made by Alberta’s Minister of Affordability and Utilities. On August 3, 2023, the Minister disclosed that the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) had received directives to put a temporary halt on the issuance of…
The subject of securitisation regulation replacement continues its march in the UK, following closely on the heels of a consultation paper released by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), not to be left behind, has published its own proposed new rules regarding securitisations in Consultation Paper CP23/17. The proposed regulatory…
In a distinct throwback to the 1980s, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has solidified its final rule regarding the Davis-Bacon Act. This comes as part of a series of legislative updates to regulations related to the Act, announced by the DOL on August 8, 2023. The implementation of the rule, however, is conditional upon…
Despite long-standing predictions, an economic recession has yet to materialize. Astonishingly, some economists are now expressing cautious optimism. Nonetheless, the general chatter about “recession-proofing” has prompted many firms to enhance their efficiency, a change benefiting even the industry’s trendsetters. The shift towards modernization and efficiency has taken a variety of forms, including significant investments in…
The legal world came to a sudden halt when economists Darren Bush, Gabriel Lozada, and Mark Glick’s controversial article was pulled from ProMarket. Their article, titled “The Antitrust Output Goal Cannot Measure Welfare,” aimed to contest the conventional wisdom among antitrust professionals that output always increases welfare. They argued, and claimed to have successfully shown,…
In a recent case, Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft LLP have informed a Brooklyn federal judge that they should not be compelled to provide the file related to their previous representation of twin brothers charged with investment fraud, citing unpaid legal fees as the primary reason. The firm also highlighted that the same issue is currently…
In recent news, the Ninth Circuit has ruled in the case Trim v Reward Zone USA LLC, No. 22-55517, 2023 WL 5025264 (9th Cir. August 8, 2023), that text messages do not fall under the category of prerecorded calls. The decision came in response to a putative class action filed by the plaintiff, who claimed…
Global Atlantic Financial Group (“Global Atlantic”) suffered a data breach at Pensions Benefits Information, LLC, one of its third-party vendors. The breach, related to the MOVEit software system, was announced on August 8, 2023, filling with the Massachusetts Attorney General. Details from the notice provided by Global Atlantic conveyed that an unauthorized party gained access…
Employment on-boarding managers worldwide may have been relieved when the pandemic-induced shift to remote environments led to a modification in existing regulatory protocols accommodating these new realities. One such change has been in the form of a new Form I-9, offering fresh options for employment eligibility verification, albeit with a few conditions. As detailed in…
In a landmark move, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued their inaugural draft guidance on the registration and listing of cosmetic product facilities and products on August 7, 2023. This is per the new obligations sanctioned under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). Under this directive, it is now mandatory for…
The latest ruling in a Colorado federal court concerning the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) is attracting attention from legal professionals worldwide. The court in question decided not to dismiss a TCPA claim and stated that an automatic telephone dialing system (ATDS) was plausibly alleged. This decision is largely based on the reasoning found in…
The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 has been passed by Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, amidst significant opposition. The bill’s passage has sparked controversy, as previous versions were considered in 2019 and 2022, but have been withdrawn each time. The current iteration of the bill was introduced on August 5th,…
As legal professionals, it is incumbent upon us to remain informed about issues that can profoundly impact business operations and legal considerations. One such issue that is particularly salient for companies involved in joint ventures, especially those bidding on government contracts, refers to the hurdles surrounding security clearances. The requirement for security clearances in the…