In a fervor of announcements that emerged last week, it appears as though the travel industry has cast a spotlight on small and medium-sized business (SMB) initiatives, with several members rolling out their own compelling online platforms. The impetus for this sudden surge in SMB focus remains unclear, but one thing is certain: it has…
As we approach the end of 2023, the realm of fintech unfolds an encompassing picture of swift adoption and regulatory dynamism. The upcoming hybrid event, FinTech 2023, scheduled for December 5th, in New York, NY, plans to serve as a comprehensive platform examining these multifaceted developments. Over the past few months, the fintech industry has…
In a recent ruling from Alberta, Canada, a senior executive has been held personally liable to his employer, following a noteworthy judgment from the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. In the case of Breen v Foremost Industries Ltd, 2023 ABKB 552, the court dismissed the claim of a President and CEO who alleged wrongful…
A disturbing course of events has unfolded recently, involving a local judge being killed outside of his own home. The culprit continues to walk free, with a reward available for information aiding in his or her arrest. The details surrounding this heinous act, the possible motives, and who might be responsible remain subject to ongoing…
In a recent legal case that spotlights the complexities of property law, the defense of a deed that was signed by a 12-year-old was unsuccessful. Chronicled in an article on JD Supra, the case Bell and Petsch v. Petch revolved around a property dispute over five tracts of land in Gillespie County, Texas, pitting siblings…
In October 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) made significant strides in managing the banking and credit union industry’s practices related to nonsufficient fund fees (NSF fees). This news was part of the Bureau’s ongoing efforts to protect consumers and foster a fair financial marketplace. An enlightening October report from the CFPB shed light…
The Supreme Court of the United States, known as SCOTUS, recently announced its intention to hear Cantero v. Bank of America, N.A, a landmark case that centers around the contentious issue of state regulation in federally-chartered banks. The SCOTUS decision to review the case comes despite advice from the Solicitor General suggesting that such an…
On October 13, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted Rule 13f-2, mandating new reporting requirements concerning short sale activities to be followed by institutional investment managers. The new rule was adopted with the objective to increase transparency and oversight in the equity securities market, particularly focusing on short position data and short activity…
Shon Hopwood – formerly a convicted bank robber turned respected law professor at Georgetown Law – is now facing fresh legal troubles after charges of domestic violence were levelled against him in Washington, D.C. The charges include two counts of assault against his wife, Anne Marie Hopwood. This information first made its way to the…
As the globally interconnected economy faces ever-evolving pressures, international corporations and law firms are eagerly seeking insights and guidance regarding trade challenges and opportunities, particularly concerning the U.S. role in the fluctuating landscape. To shed light on these vital topics, global law firm Hogan Lovells hosted a unique webinar series targetting life sciences and health…
The function and interpretation of an “S election”- a tax election for corporations to pass corporate income, losses, deductions, and credits through to their shareholders for federal tax purposes- has once again been thrust into the spotlight. As always, the core question revolves around whether such an election can be considered “property” in the process…
Kilpatrick Townsend attorneys Chris Caiaccio and Drew Williamson recently gave an enlightening presentation at the “Kilpatrick Townsend Retail and Consumer Goods Summit”. This summit was designed to showcase members of the firm’s Retail and Consumer Goods Industry Team who spearheaded discussions about current issues that were impacting retailers, consumer goods manufacturers, and suppliers within the…
In a recent development that has caught the attention of health law professionals, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the body in charge of enforcing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), advanced further into the digital health arena by issuing two new guidance documents on…
In an unexpected move, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Division of Examinations (the “Division”) released its Examination Priorities report (the “Report”) for fiscal year 2024 earlier than in previous years, as highlighted by a publication from Ballard Spahr LLP. The early release of the report is a part of the Division’s intentional approach to…
The dispute over social media content moderation and governmental involvement took an interesting turn when the Supreme Court granted a request from the Biden administration to temporarily stall a lower court’s order that threatened to curb government officials’ communications with social media platforms regarding their content moderation policies. The granted request pours significant light on…
Joseph Shenker, the renowned senior chair of Sullivan & Cromwell, has spoken out on the critical thinking skills of future lawyers in a recent address. This response was incited by law students receiving rescinded job offers from Winston & Strawn and Davis Polk & Wardwell, following the signing or creation of controversial statements on a…
Employment law disputes tend to be either dryly procedural or concerned with serious allegations of harassment and maltreatment. Yet, on occasion, they intersect with elements of popular culture in curious ways, such as a recent case involving platinum-selling rappers Eminem and Too $hort being scrutinized in a workplace context. At the heart of the case…
In a recent development in the realm of nanotechnology safety evaluation, a study conducted by the European Union Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON) has identified models and tools effective for computational safety assessments of nanomaterials. This information will prove instrumental in forming policies and regulations governing the safe use of nanomaterials. You can read about the…
Emerging as a new hotspot for investment, Brazil is attracting attention from corporate venture capital investors worldwide. Latin American startups, especially those based in Brazil, have been in the spotlight of venture capital investors for several years. Data from Statista significantly elucidates this trend, revealing that Brazil secures the biggest chunk of VC funding in…
Continuing the State AG webinar series, we recently met with prominent Illinois legal professionals including Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Susan Ellis (Consumer Protection Division Chief), and Lyle Evans (Chief of Investigations). The discourse offered a deep-dive into the workings of the office and its priorities, with a specific spotlight on Organized Retail Crime and the…
Renowned Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who serves as the Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, recently spotlighted potential inadequacies within non-profit hospital systems. On October 10, 2023, Sanders unveiled a report proposing that specific non-profit hospital systems might not be fulfilling their charity care obligations mandated by their tax-exempt status….
Furthering the discussion on modern legal processes and how they intersect with technological innovations, a focus is placed today on the topic of e-delivery, otherwise known as Doręczenia Elektroniczne. This is an insightful examination into the implementation of a national e-delivery system within the context of Polish legal proceedings, with particular relevance to businesses listed…
In an important judgement that has direct implications on the direct selling industry, Judge Barbara Lynn of the North District of Texas, delivered a ruling in favor of Neora, LLC, formerly known as Nerium. This effectively brought an end to all pending FTC claims against Neora, including the allegations that the company was operating an…
Law firms Beasley Allen Crow Methvin Portis & Miles PC, Morgan & Morgan PA, and Panish Shea Boyle Ravipudi LLP have assumed the spotlight in this week’s edition of Law360’s Legal Lions. This development comes following a significant ruling made by a California state judge who determined that negligence claims against Meta, Snapchat and other…
On December 1st, the legal landscape of the pharmaceutical and biotech industry will be thrust into the spotlight in New York, NY. A major Hybrid Event: Developments in Pharmaceutical and Biotech Patent Law 2023 is turning heads and garnering attention from legal professionals overseeing corporate law in major corporations and law firms worldwide. 2023 marks…