Notable developments in State and Local Taxes (SALT) rarely escape attention, especially when they impact businesses and taxpayers on a significant scale. The month of September 2023 was no exception, where certain substantial changes in this arena, spread across multiple jurisdictions, created quite a stir. In a recent coverage by JD Supra, entitled “SALT Select…
In recent legal news, a significant judgment in the High Court provides clarity regarding the “Distressed Disposal” provisions (DD Provisions) within LMA-based intercreditor agreements (ICA). Distressed Disposal Provisions, often prevalent in ICA, have been a point of contention among stakeholders, primarily because of their uncertain interpretations across various legal settings. However, this recent development, as…
In the intricate realm of medical malpractice litigation, determining who to hold accountable for injuries can often be a daunting task. Navigating these legal waters demands a meticulous investigation into the specifics of each case and an understanding of the potential liable parties or organizations. This article provided by Morris James LLP can serve as…
Under the new Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules that will be effective from December 18, 2023, companies face a new challenge of making real-time materiality determinations following a cybersecurity incident. This comes with the introduction of the 8-K reporting obligations for “material” cybersecurity incidents. The SEC has stressed that this new Item 1.05 reporting…
AI is increasingly a dominant focus in the legal technology conversation. As evidence of this, recent legal technology forums turned swiftly to discussions about how generative AI tools could be applied within the field of electronic discovery (eDiscovery). Highlighting this trend, the announcement of aiR for Review by Relativity during their keynote at the latest…
As the legal world turns its gaze towards the ongoing litigation between REGENXBIO Inc. and Sarepta Therapeutics, the latest developments come in the form of a scheduling order issued by the courts. This order comes after a claim, filed in Delaware in June 2023, by both REGENXBIO Inc. and the Trustees of the University of…
On September 21, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) initiated a monopolization lawsuit against US Anesthesia Partners (USAP) and private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson and Stowe (WC). This lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, alleges unlawful monopolization of the anesthesiology market via roll-up acquisitions. USAP is a…
In the legal world, particularly contract law, the term ‘standard’ often incites a sense of security, predictability, and familiarity. Yet, an article recently published on JD Supra rightly advises industry professionals to be wary of ‘standard’ contract terms cautioning that ‘nothing is ‘standard’. The concern lies within the scenario where developers, designers, contractors and other…
In a recent ruling in California, corporations who fail to pay their arbitration fees in a timely manner may end up forfeiting their right to arbitration altogether. The regulations surrounding arbitration agreements and their ensuing processes were navigated thoroughly in an article posted on JD Supra. The piece, which dives into the nuances of arbitration…
In a notable step towards determining New York State’s financial future, the state’s Budget Director, Blake Washington, recently issued an annual agency “call letter.” Sent to the executive branch agencies, this action seeks the development and submission of budget requests needed to support agency operations. This development presents an opportunity for legal professionals to gain…
The demanding nature of legal profession, particularly within large law firms, is well-known. Despite the crushing hours often associated with Biglaw jobs, a rising number of lawyers are finding time to pursue alternative careers or “side hustles”. According to a recent study by Bankrate, engaging in side hustles has become a progressively regular feature of…
It is perhaps an understatement to propose that Bexis, a co-founder of this blog in 2006, did so with a clear purpose in mind: to assist medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers, entities that often find themselves at the sharp end of the litigation stick in our lawsuit-prone nation. This blog has evolved into a valuable…
As technological advancements continue to reshape the legal profession, one of the untapped areas of potential remains email threading. Much more than an organised inbox, email threading has been touted by the Association of Certified E-Discovery as a secret weapon in navigating intricate web of email conversations, particularly in light of eDiscovery requirements. For the…
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently announced a new enforcement plan, taking particular aim at employers’ increasing use of technology, which includes artificial intelligent (AI) and machine learning, in their hiring processes. The Strategic Enforcement Plan will be in effect for 2024 through 2028 and is poised to give context on how employers…
Law professionals are often called upon to navigate the intricacies of intellectual property (IP) licensing. It is a domain that requires a comprehensive understanding of various legal elements and practical considerations. It is with this need for expertise in view that an upcoming event has garnered significant attention among legal circles. The Hybrid Event: Understanding…
Scheduled for November 2nd – 3rd in New York City, the eagerly anticipated Hybrid Event: Understanding Intellectual Property License 2023 offers a valuable opportunity for legal professionals to expand their knowledge on intellectual property (IP) licensing agreements. The course aims to provide comprehensive insights into the basics as well as practical aspects that prove crucial…
For those closely observing the dealings of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, plaintiff Andrew Perrong is a familiar name. In the latest development, one of Perrong’s suits was partially dismissed on ATDS grounds on September 18, 2023, as reported by the mentioned case details, Perrong v. Bradford, et al., No. 2:23-cv-00510, 2023 WL 6119281 (E.D….
Lawyer Chris Seeger, from Seeger Weiss in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, has garnered significant attention for negotiating two high-profile settlements within the past month. The deals involve corporations 3M and Philips, who faced lawsuits regarding faulty combat earplugs and recalled breathing machines respectively. After a more than five years-long battle, Seeger played a key role…
Legal industry observers have been closely tracking a spate of lawsuits over decongestants that name nearly 20 notable companies, including prominent retailers such as Target and Walgreens. This rising tide of litigation is a subject of mounting interest to corporate legal professionals, attesting to the evolving nature of the pharmaceutical sector’s regulatory challenges. A recently…
In a significant development, Penn State University has been embroiled in a lawsuit, unsealed on September 1, 2023, brought under the qui tam provision of the False Claims Act (“FCA”). The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is presiding over the case, which was initially filed on October 5, 2022. The lawsuit…
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, has recently filed a lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani and attorney Robert Costello for allegedly hacking into his laptop. Apart from Giuliani and Costello, Biden seems to be on a litigation spree, having sued the Internal Revenue Service over unauthorized leaks to the media[1] and MAGA supporter Garrett Zeigler,…
In a recent patent case twist, Judge Failla of the Southern District of New York rejected Amtrak’s motion to dismiss in a case involving claims directed at train-traffic-control systems. Amid allegations from Amtrak that Railware, Inc.’s patent claims were directed to an abstract idea, Judge Failla stood firm in denying the motion. This case, entitled…
In an era where corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts are under the microscope, an unfolding trend of litigation tied to “Greenwashing” promises to keep corporate legal teams on their toes. Despite the absence of a universally accepted definition, Greenwashing typically pertains to misleading or false assertions regarding the environmental advantages of a product, aimed at…
Commercial leases are a critical facet of business operations, however, breaches of lease agreements can leave parties drowning in lengthy and costly court proceedings. The need for an efficient and less cumbersome solution has led to the adoption of self-help remedies in commercial leases, an instrument of dispute resolution typically addressed within lease agreement clauses….
The Mississippi Supreme Court recently affirmed the constitutionality of the 2023 House Bill 1020. As per the ratified bill, a new inferior court system will be set in place, akin to the procedures followed by a municipal court. Expected to provide services to the Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) – included within the perimeters of…