The recent arbitration award of over $300,000 to cannabis wholesaler C4 Distribution serves as a case study of potential complexities for legal counsel working in this still emerging area of law. The claim made by the city of Lynwood, California and represented by RD Lynwood, was one of unpaid city taxes totaling more than $40,000….
Former Chief Trial Attorney of the US Army, Scott N. Flesch, has recently made a significant transition into private practice. Flesch has joined the government contracts counseling and litigation practice at Miller & Chevalier. During his tenure in the US Army, Flesch handled contract disputes litigation and administered proceedings before the Armed Services Board of…
Investment and interest in engineered timber construction projects have been on the rise in recent years. This trend was underscored by the recent completion of the Ascent, a 25-story apartment building in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which has now become the world’s tallest mass timber structure. (JD Supra) Legal professionals dealing with engineered timber contracts should be…
As we navigate forward into 2024, it’s crucial for employers to carefully note the upcoming changes to minimum wage rates across the United States. A significant shift is on the horizon in the state of Washington, where the minimum wage will soon see an increase. According to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries…
In a significant shift, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) introduced a final rule on joint employment, upending its prior standard set in 2020. This new rule, issued on October 26, 2023, has important implications for numerous businesses, particularly in sectors with intricate labor relations, including staffing agencies, client companies, and entities in vendor-client relationships,…
VetCor, a veterinary practices provider, is achieving its mission of rapid expansion by effectively managing a lean in-house legal team. This team is tasked with handling a rising number of acquisitions currently numbering above 100 annually. To streamline this arduous process, they’ve turned to technology and services that give them an edge with document review…
The European Union recently extended the transitional period for the use of third-country benchmarks, a decision that has been detailed in the Official Journal of the European Union. This announcement follows the publication of a Commission Delegated Regulation on this matter. The extension expands the available timeframe until the end of 2025, providing ample room…
The legal landscape promises to be rich in 2024, shaped by diverse focal points ranging from Artificial Intelligence (AI), Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG), and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to supply chain issues, labor unions, and reproductive rights—the lead actors of 2023. What do these themes imply for 2024? Our legal analysts from…
In a crucial judgment, an insurance provider has been granted summary judgment based on an “Aircraft Liability Exclusion” within its policy. The case, Travelers Prop. Cas. Co. of Am. v. H.E. Sutton Forwarding Co., LLC, No. 2:21-CV-719-JES-KCD, 2023 WL 5486746 (M.D. Fla. Aug. 24, 2023), revolved around a petition by Travelers, who sought a declaration…
A notable week for London’s legal landscape as a trademark dispute takes flight, contracts come into question, and a charity auction leads to accusations. Flight comparison platform, Skyscanner, is preparing to embark on a trademark dispute against rival company e-SKY. Highlighting that even digital territory isn’t without its battles. Notwithstanding, the company behind leading children’s…
Recently, an intriguing case in the realm of royalty payments unfolded. In Perdido Properties LLC v. Devon Energy Production Company et al., doubts were raised over whether an agreed judgment stipulating title and signed division orders are sufficient prerequisites to commence royalty payments. A digest of proceedings surrounding the case, which involves the addition of…
In an explicit demonstration of complex legal issues surrounding tribal self-governance, a dispute over federal health care costs has gained attention. Central to the dispute is the Indian Health Service (IHS), an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services responsible for overseeing health care programs for Native American tribes. As part of a…
In a recent ruling, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals worked to clarify the interpretation of the phrase “advertising idea” in the insuring agreement of a commercial general liability policy’s “personal and advertising injury” coverage section. This ruling came about through the case of Princeton Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Co. v. A.H.D. Houston Inc….
In an arena increasingly characterized by its commercial competitiveness, the landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is notably volatile. This legal arena has witnessed changes so significant that professionals around the globe have had to alter their perspectives continually and adopt new strategies. This volatile space was the focal point of a recent exclusive…
As Halloween nears, dental practice transitions seem equally, if not more, daunting for dental practitioners. Whether practitioners are considering buying, selling, or merging their dental practice, managing the legal aspects of these transitions can certainly be a stark reality check if not navigated properly. It is not just about the ghosts and ghouls, but the…
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently declared the 2024 annual cap values for tax-qualified retirement plans such as the 401(k). This marks the third consequent year where these limits have been augmented, enabling participants to augment their savings in 2024. With this, companies that maintain tax-qualified retirement schemes will be required to adjust…
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) recently proposed a new rule that could have significant implications for contractors. This rule aims to standardize cybersecurity requirements for a Federal Information System (FIS), indicating a shift in the legal landscape for organisations involved in federal contracting. The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics…
In the continuously evolving legal landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining prominence as a tool in various sectors, and the world of contract drafting is no exception. Legal professionals are exploring the potential use of AI in drafting construction contracts, provoking a spectrum of opinions within the industry. Recently, attorney Mario R. Nicholas authored an…
In recent news, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals made a notable ruling with regard to the use of arbitration clauses. The court affirmed the denial of a motion to compel arbitration which was filed by a plaintiff. The court’s rationale in this case speaks to broader implications for how companies handle contract disputes involving…
Following the recent Fourth Annual Federal Contracts Symposium, Fox Rothschild LLP has generously shared the materials from their presented key topics, determined to be of relevance for a vast pool of government contractors. These topics encapsulate a comprehensive spectrum of subjects, including but not limited to case law updates, cost accounting compliance, and the significant…
In a decisive move towards environmentally conscious governance, California has recently put into effect a bill that seeks to regulate claims regarding net zero emissions and carbon offsets, as first reported by Fenwick & West LLP. This new regulatory framework, Assembly Bill 1305 (AB 1305), will have substantial implications for the voluntary carbon offset market…
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently published its eagerly awaited Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2023. Ensuing annually as per the Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 (CICA), the report bestows invaluable insight into GAO’s bid protest function to the government contracting community. Despite its modest size, spanning a brief…
Earlier this month, the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration introduced two draft changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These proposals, aimed primarily at enhancing the cybersecurity of government information systems, arose in response to Executive Order 14028 on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity, issued by the White…
In a recent judgment, the High Court of England and Wales demonstrated that enforcement of a judgment might still be possible in England, even when it can no longer be enforced in its original jurisdiction, highlighting an essential aspect of transnational litigation. The case in question is Invest Bank PSC v. Ahmad Mohammed El-Husseini and…
In a recent legal development which interests many of our readers, a Rhode Island federal district court decided not to enforce a stand-alone class action waiver in a consumer’s automobile lease agreement, calling it a violation of the state public policy. The case in question was Metcalfe v. Grieco Hyundai LLC. The case saw legal…