In an unconventional move, law firm Milbank LLP has announced that their associates will both get raises and bonuses. This step is thought to be in response to the exceptional demands and unique working conditions experienced globally due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An increase in salary is not new within the law industry. However, the…
The legal profession consistently grapples with serious ethical issues, and allegations of sexual harassment have again surfaced, this time within leading international law firm, Polsinelli. Two of their attorneys are the focal point of current media attention and serious accusations. Both individuals have issued steadfast public statements denying claims levelled against them. The precise details…
In a noteworthy legal event, a judge is currently facing an ethics hearing following his decision to reverse a rape conviction. The judge in question has been reportedly scrutinizing the initial sentence, which has raised several concerns among legal experts and the public alike. A pertinent part of the wider discourse is whether or not…
Professor Len Rubinowitz, a 78-year-old faculty member of Northwestern University’s Pritzker School of Law, has filed a lawsuit against his employer alleging age discrimination in pay raises. The legal battle brings to the spotlight broader issues of purported inequality and discrimination within the legal profession. Rubinowitz’s lawsuit, details instances of relative disparity in his salary…
Many law school graduates anticipate launching into prestigious workplaces after the bar exams. They dream of joining prominent law firms or navigating corporate legal issues in multinational companies. But a particular law graduate shifted the script, replacing law books with a culinary spatula, ultimately turning her passion into TikTok fame. The captivating combination of legal…
The legal community has been riveted by recent developments surrounding a US lawyer who has been accused of fatally shooting two environmental protesters in Panama. Coming amidst a slew of recent lawsuits involving protest rights and corporate responsibilities, this case is quickly becoming a focal point for scrutiny. Reports suggest the accused is a legal…
On November 1, 2023, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) amended Part 500: the cybersecurity regulation that oversees financial services companies. These updates arrive in the aftermath of several enforcement actions by the NYDFS and amidst an evolving regulatory landscape regarding cybersecurity. The NYDFS amendments follow closely on the heels of other recently…
In recent artificial intelligence (AI) news, the Biden administration has used the Defense Production Act (DPA)—a law dating back to 1950—to regulate the ever-expanding AI industry. Bloomberg Law reported that the Defense Production Act, originally designed for wartime and national emergencies, grants the president the power to mandate priorities for private companies. A new study…
Earlier this month, the First District Court of Appeal (Div. 3), brought the spotlight back onto a long-contested environmental impact report (EIR) for the Parnassus Heights Campus Long-Range Development Plan. It denied the petitions for rehearing and publication of their earlier order, while also modifying their opinion but leaving the judgment unchanged in the case…
In an era where balancing child protection and free speech online has become progressively more complex, recent legal developments hint at a much-needed tipping point for clarification and reform. A major lawsuit that sits firmly at this crossroad is NetChoice v. Bonta. The case revolves around the constitutional implications of California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code Act…
In an intriguing twist, the Federal Republic of Nigeria recently locked horns with Process & Industrial Developments Limited in what has been billed as a keystone arbitration case. The ruling is a critical one, particularly for Nigeria, due to the large financial implications attached. The official decision was given as [2023] EWHC 2638 (Comm) by…
Legal professionals operating in international jurisdictions, especially between mainland China and Hong Kong, should note a forthcoming development. A new regulatory procedure aimed at simplifying the reciprocal enforcement of judgments in these jurisdictions is set to commence on 29 January 2024. This represents a notable evolution in legal precedence for these regions. Under the current…
In a recent case between the Wainscotts and Centura Health Corporation, reported by JD Supra, the validity of a hospital lien asserted by Centura Health Corporation has been brought into question. The case is currently under scrutiny by the Colorado Court of Appeals. This dispute began when the Wainscotts lodged a disagreement over the legitimacy…
The Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force, made up of 50 Attorney Generals (AGs), recently sent out warning letters to eight Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) providers. The issue in question concerns the potential violation of multiple laws and acts, including the Telemarketing Sales Rule, Telephone Consumer Protection Act, Truth in Caller ID Act, as well…
One of the notable trends in International Trade of recent times is the rise of Mexico as an attractive destination for manufacturing. This development has been tracked and analysed extensively, particularly in relation to the broader dynamics of US Trade and Nearshoring. In an article published by the Braumiller Law Group PLLC, “Hot Topics in…
In the wake of growing interest in integrating analytics to accelerate reviews, enhance insights, and achieve cost efficiency, legal professionals from numerous corporations and law firms will convene for an interesting event on January 18th in Washington, DC. This event is organized by the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) and Control Risks, and aims…
In a peculiar incident reported earlier this month, a law firm inadvertently handed over a video of a child to the accused in an unrelated case. A major failure in the discovery process, this incident has sent shockwaves across legal fraternities globally. Read more about this incident here. In another development from Northwestern Law, a…
This recent article by Cheryl Miller for Law.com explores a number of prominent issues currently affecting the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation across the United States. The following topics are discussed: adult-use marijuana in Ohio; a failed cannabis contract in California; a Georgia court’s ruling on Delta-8 and Delta-10; and one more invalidated cannabis labor…
Regulatory measures surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have been under increasing scrutiny in recent years, especially within the sphere of higher education in the United States. Recognizing the need to create inclusive environments while upholding the principles of free speech and academic freedom continues to be a key point of discussion amongst educational institutions…
Attention legal tech startups: the deadline to apply for a position in the Startup Alley competition at the American Bar Association’s TECHSHOW 2024 is this Friday. The conference, slated to occur in Chicago from February 14-17, 2024, is one of the world’s leading gatherings for legal technology. Out of all applications received, 15 startups will…
In an era where social media reigns supreme, content creators beware: your background music choices may be placing you in peril of copyright infringement. An emerging lawsuit captures the heart of this issue, shining a spotlight on the hitherto overlooked realm of intellectual property rights in a social media landscape. This is particularly pertinent for…
Fresh from the digital presses of JD Supra, we find a spotlight shining on JP Geygan and Tom Molosky of Global Value Investment Corp., as part of a series made possible by the McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Program. Aiming to illuminate the figures shaping the future of asset management, this series puts emerging managers front and…
In a significant legal development, a federal court of appeals recently took a stance against California’s Proposition 65, ruling that a requirement for businesses to provide a glyphosate warning is contrary to the First Amendment’s proscription against government-compelled speech. This judgment has turned the spotlight onto the longstanding Proposition 65 program, which demands alerting consumers…
Recent moves by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is showcasing a new level of diligence when it comes to Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and their responsibilities. This increased pressure and attention toward CISO liability is not accidental, but a purposeful strategy, exemplified by the litigation surrounding SolarWinds. SolarWinds—a prominent software company—has been in…
November 2023 has seen significant developments in international trade, with intense focus on The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and changes in the leadership at the Department of Homeland Security, hinting at a likely increase in enforcement activities. The global spotlight in recent years has persistently highlighted dire human rights concerns in China’s Xinjiang…