The state of Nevada has recently undertaken significant legal changes with respect to the types of liability policies that can be offered within its boundaries. The pioneering reform was initiated when Gov. Joe Lombardo signed AB 398 (the Act) into law on June 3, 2023. This amendatory Act has precipitated the end of eroding limits…
On August 2, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), a federal agency that enforces labor laws, issued its decision in Stericycle Inc., 372 NLRB No. 113 (2023) (“Stericycle”). The ruling referenced two previous cases, The Boeing Company, 365 NLRB No. 154 (2017) (“Boeing”) and LA Specialty Produce Co., 368 NLRB No. 93 (2019) (“LA…
Trade and compliance professionals operating in the international legal landscape have a fresh set of complexities facing them. The intersection of “Buy America” provisions and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) are causing a stir within the sphere of global commerce and procurement, particularly in government contracts. A noteworthy development, as observed by the Braumiller Law…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have jointly announced the creation of a regional, cross-agency taskforce focused on environmental crimes in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This new task force signifies a growing trend of legal attention being levied on environmental regulation violations by businesses, a…
In the latest legal development from the United Kingdom, the UK Supreme Court delivered a significant verdict in R (PACCAR Inc & ors.) v Competition Appeal Tribunal & ors [2023] UKSC 28 that bears great implications on litigation funding. The court pronounced that litigation funding agreements, referred to as “LFAs”, are in fact a provision…
In a recent and insightful article, Judge Pierre Bergeron discussed his perspective on the declining prevalence of the jury trial in the United States, and the threat it poses to public confidence in the judiciary and democracy itself. The Ohio state judge’s ideas to counter this trend and reinvigorate this sacred right deserves the attention…
Recent updates provide a comprehensive overview of the assessment appeals deadlines for counties in Pennsylvania during the post-August 1, 2024 tax year. Jurisdictional nuances in the domain of regulatory compliance mandate careful and detailed scrutiny for legal teams. The August 1 annual assessment appeal filing deadline has now passed for 26 counties, necessitating an updated…
The USPTO recently published an updated report on Inter Partes Review (IPR) and Post Grant Review (PGR) proceedings, which spotlighted the Orange Book or biologic patents. These findings incorporate data until March 31, 2023, offering a revealing look into this crucial patent litigation realm. Significant for stakeholders navigating this intricate field are marked variances in…
On August 4, 2023, Indiana University Health made public a data breach issue that took place because of third-party vendor’s application of the file transfer system, MOVEit. The vendor in question was TMG Health, Inc. As per the notice by IU Health, the mentioned incident guided an unauthorized party to be able to access members’…
In recent legal news, an interesting issue relating to accountant-client privilege is under discussion. This privilege, adopted by the Florida legislature in 1978, supports open dialogue between accountants and their clients and was not previously recognised in common law. Despite its establishment to facilitate a relationship of trust and confidentiality, recent interpretations suggest that the…
The U.S Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has classified Monetized Installment Sale Transactions (MISTs) as a listed transaction in its proposed regulations. These transactions have been a point of interest for the IRS with increased scrutiny noticed over the previous months. MISTs first came into the limelight on May 7, 2021, when the IRS Chief Counsel…
Recent developments in Congress could potentially reshape the patent litigation landscape, with two bills recently introduced seeking to reform patent eligibility and change procedures for litigating patent invalidity. These developments may require legal professionals involved in patent litigation to recalibrate strategies and anticipate the potential implications of such legislative changes on infringement litigation. The first…
USA Made claims continue to garner significant legal attention, with regular challenges from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) among others. Recent attention has been focused on a class certification against R.C. Bigelow, Inc., in the Central District of California, making the matter a crucial point of consideration for legal professionals in corporate sectors and law…
The UK pension landscape is set to experience several shifts and turns this week, as outlined in a recent publication from Allen & Overy Pensions team. With the demand for pension transparency ever-growing, legal professionals are expected to adapt rapidly to these alterations in regulatory requirements. These changes influence the pension strategy of large corporations…
While rebranding announcements are often given a nod before we move on with our lives, Elon Musk’s decision to swap the iconic bird logo for an “X”, as Twitter’s new logo (the “X Logo”), has been quite the conversation starter. Industry giants, law firms, and the public have been engaged in discussions, analyzing the potential…
Emojis, those colourful and expressive characters we know so well in our personal digital conversations, are no longer a casual messaging element. Increasingly, they are finding their way into legal texts and judgements, complicating the world of corporate law. This phenomenon has even evolved into a new branch of study dubbed ‘Emoji law’, and at…
In January 2020, plaintiff Sean Dailey filed a complaint against his former attorney Sam L. Amirante and his law firm, Sam L. Amirante & Associates, P.C., alleging legal malpractice, among other allegations. Dailey’s petition led to a trial court trial which culminated on July 23, 2021, with the court granting a motion to dismiss the…
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently released the Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rules, signaling new alterations to healthcare regulations. This action by CMS is part of a broader initiative to review and modify health care rules to accommodate evolving health scenarios and market needs….
In a recent ruling by the Supreme Court in R (on the application of PACCAR Inc and others) (Appellants) v Competition Appeal Tribunal and others (Respondents) [2023] UKSC 28, the legal industry has been imbued with uncertainty, particularly around the future direction of litigation funding. JDSupra reports that this case presents an array of questions…
With various changes to labor and employment law occurring at an ever-increasing pace, it can be challenging for legal professionals to stay abreast of every amendment and update. However, it is imperative to ensure compliance and effective legal operations within your businesses and firms. A recent publication at JD Supra offers a comprehensive review of…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently updated its policy statement related to the law considerations applicable to state and local regulation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The original policy, issued back in 2015, was designed to control the escalating surge of state UAS regulations. In its latest effort, the FAA has demonstrated that federal preemption…
As of now, the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) – which oversees cross-border monetary contributions – has officially taken effect. The European Commission (EC) will gain increased regulatory power thanks to the FSR. This outcome comes as part of a commitment to reduce distortion to competition within the EU’s internal market, a disruption which traditionally…
Increased attention on cybersecurity has led the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to adopt final rules regarding cybersecurity disclosure. This concluding step took place on July 26th, which established a roadmap for organizations to comply with subsequent disclosures. Clear instructions as to when compliance was necessary were linked with this publication in the Federal…
As legal professionals working in global corporations and law firms, it’s crucial to stay updated on significant legislative developments. One such key development is the recent ratification of the U.K’s latest Financial Services and Markets Act (FSM Act) on June 29, 2023. As described by Shearman & Sterling LLP, this act is the result of…
On August 2, 2023, the UK government publicized its proposals for comprehensive reform of the UK product safety regime. The long-anticipated plans consist of 13 wide-ranging proposals, which introduce potential significant changes to the UK product safety landscape. Stakeholders are expected to experience major effects as a result of the proposed transformations. This important update…