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Pennsylvania AG Michelle Henry announced the launch of an online portal to report data breaches ahead of the effective date of recent amendments to Pennsylvania’s Breach of Personal Information Notification Act (BPINA)… more

Judge Conrad’s Final Judgment in Airtron, Inc. v. Bradley Allen Heinrich ends this years-long Chapter 75, trade secret case. No doubt, the plaintiff (Airtron) pushed this lawsuit to make a point: if you take our secrets, we will come… more

In a significant decision for the hospitality and restaurant industries, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently struck down a Department of Labor (DOL) rule regarding the payment of tipped employees. The August 23… more

On September 19, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom approved Assembly Bill (AB) 2243 (Wicks), which amends AB 2011 (Affordable Housing and High Road Jobs Act of 2022), effective January 1, 2025. As explained in our prior legal alert, AB 2011… more

District of Columbia AG Brian Schwalb settled with Curbio, Inc., to resolve allegations that it deceptively marketed and sold contracts for pre-sale home improvements in violation of the District’s consumer protection laws… more

En este episodio de nuestra serie "A Lo Legal Con Energía", Inés Elvira Vesga, socia del área de Energía y Recursos Naturales, conversa con Juan Camilo Nariño, presidente de la Asociación Colombiana de Minería. Juntos, profundizan en… more

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! We have two special guests today, talking about how neurodivergent students can reach their full potential in law school. We're speaking with Heather Varanini, Director of Academic… more

The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) recently issued an interim final rule implementing licensing requirements for these emerging technology products for export to all foreign countries. See the full list… more

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a letter on September 6, 2024, to all general acute care hospitals clarifying the scope of practice for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) following confusion and… more

The FTC settled with Legion Media, LLC, KP Commerce, LLC, and Sloan Health Products, LLC and related individuals and entities to resolve allegations over unauthorized billing schemes for sales of CBD and keto products in violation of… more

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—all require creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the… more

In this episode, Craig Smith and Brian Walsh welcome Diana Shaw, a partner in Wiley's White Collar and Government Investigations practice, who shares insights from her experience as a former Acting Inspector General for the U.S… more

Local and state elected officials, community stakeholders, private developers, and employers are grappling with Ohio’s recognized lack of high-quality, workforce-attainable housing options. While Ohio has been successful in securing… more

Regardless of how much discovery and litigation change, paralegals remain a central component to the success of any team, matter, or case. Honing their skills and consistently developing them is a hallmark of litigation support, and… more

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance… more

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance… more

What are fractional CFO services? What types of organizations should consider fractional CFO services for their corporation or business? What are the advantages of contracting for fractional Chief Financial Officer services?… more

Join Tom Fox as he explores the world of podcasting, and get ready to be inspired to start your own podcast. In this episode, Tom sits down with Ileana Landon from Megatrax to discuss the transformative power of licensed production… more

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In… more

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All from the… more

Every RIA owner will at some point need to transition their business, whether through internal succession, a sale of the business or otherwise. If the transition could be via a sale, the day to start planning to sell your RIA is the… more

Some dollar store chains and other retailers now are charging consumers for obtaining cash back on debt or prepaid card purchases—transactions that generally have been free in the past–the CFPB reported… more

At the beginning of 2024, young American climate litigants seemed poised for success. In December 2023, the prominent case of Juliana v. United States (Case No. 6:15-CV-01517) had survived—in part—a motion to dismiss in the United… more

October 1 marks the start of the government’s fiscal year, signaling the release of at least 140,000 new employment-based immigrant visa numbers to be allocated across categories and nationalities in the new fiscal year. With the… more

On September 18, 2024, Altman Specialty Plants (“Altman”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party accessed certain files and folders on its computer network. In this… more

On September 17, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) published Circular 2024-05 (Circular) addressing whether a financial institution violates the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) and Regulation E by charging… more

Employers need to be smarter than ever about how they use artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. Laws attempting to regulate the use of AI in the workplace have seemingly kept pace with advancements in the technology itself… more

Today on Don't Take No For An Answer, Lynda A. Bennett and Alexander B. Corson discuss a recent Second Circuit decision that reinforces the importance of reading claims-made policies carefully. The case involves Tinder, the online… more

In a recent ruling, the District of Colorado granted several motions to dismiss filed by the developers and owners of cryptocurrency application Atomic Wallet, citing a lack of personal jurisdiction. This decision effectively ends a… more

On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision that overrules the “Chevron doctrine.”  This means that federal agencies are limited in their ability to rely on their own interpretation of the laws they administer. Under… more

The CFPB earlier this month filed suit against Horizon Card Services and its CEO and sole shareholder Robert Kane for allegedly tricking subprime consumers into signing up for a high-fee credit card that only allowed them to purchase… more

Federal whistleblowers have been exposing health care fraud for years.  The False Claims Act (“FCA”) contains robust whistleblower provisions and protections that reward whistleblowers with financial payouts. The process for… more

Over the next two decades, reports are estimating that baby boomers will pass down a combined $84.4 trillion in assets to younger generations. Dubbed the “Great Wealth Transfer,” this phenomenon is already underway and will impact… more

As Summer transitions to Fall, political ads are everywhere.  Pumpkins, pigskins, polls and prognostications abound. Unless you live under a rock, you know 2024 is an election year.  As election day approaches, employers should be… more

Yesterday, both the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) finalized new guidelines regarding bank mergers. According to the agencies, these updates aim to enhance… more

The UK’s banking regulator, the Prudential Regulation Authority ("PRA") has issued a consultation on its approach to the treatment of branches of international banks operating in the UK (CP11/24). Among the proposals is a rethink of… more

On September 18, 2024, at the request of the State of Michigan and its attorney general, the Michigan Supreme Court clarified issues relating to future minimum wage rates and minimum cash wage rates for tip-credit employees stemming… more

On September 17, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced a notice of proposed rulemaking (Proposal) aimed at enhancing recordkeeping for bank deposits received from fintech and other third-party, non-bank companies… more

Jason Cassel, Senior Marketing Manager, Mary Bennett, Director of Content Marketing and Erin Meyer, VP of Marketing Operations for our Trusted Partner, HaystackID sit down with Kaylee & Mary to talk about their journey to HaystackID… more

Under the current de minimis rule, shipments with an aggregate value up to $800 per day per person can be imported free of duties and taxes, except for antidumping and countervailing duties and taxes collected by other agencies on… more

If you are a business owner who performs work on contracts as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) or Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBEs), you should be aware of some significant changes to the prompt… more

Part 1: Doing Business in Uganda - What is the current business climate in your jurisdiction including major political, economic, and/or legal activities on the horizon in your country that could have a big impact on businesses?… more

The Petition - The U.S. Steel industry, including Steel Dynamics, Inc., Nucor Corporation, United States Steel Corporation (“U.S. Steel”), Wheeling-Nippon Steel, Inc., and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing… more

What is the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit? The Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit available through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) is designed to increase the siting of, and access to renewable energy facilities in… more

According to a recent report by WebRecon, court filings under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) were down for the month of July, but filings the under Fair Debt Collection Practices Act… more

We continue our blog post series on how CEOs and top senior executives can demonstrate the ubiquitous Tone at the Top. Setting the tone of doing business ethically and in compliance is one of the most critical responsibilities for CEOs… more

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS on Sept. 17, 2024, issued Proposed Regulations on the Tribal General Welfare Exclusion Act of 2014 (the Act). The Proposed Regulations are an overdue win for Indian country, demonstrating the… more

The Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey were amended effective September 1, 2024, after being approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey earlier this year… more

These office hours provide a one-to-one engagement opportunity for organizations to share their stories, offer viewpoints, or gain insights into the regulatory and supervisory landscape… more

On September 18, 2024, ERLC, LLC, d/b/a Elitecare Emergency Hospital (“Elitecare”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering unauthorized access to personal information that was stored on the… more

In civil litigation, depositions are a key pretrial discovery tool used to uncover facts, obtain admissions, gather evidence for motions, and assess witnesses. They prevent “trial by ambush” by revealing crucial information early… more

McDermott+ is pleased to bring you Regs & Eggs, a weekly Regulatory Affairs blog by Jeffrey Davis. Click here to subscribe to future blog posts. September 19, 2024 – Comments on the calendar year (CY) 2025 physician fee schedule (PFS)… more

YouTube has announced a slate of new AI detection tools to enhance its ContentID system. The tools are designed to address the challenges posed by AI-generated content, which is becoming increasingly prevalent and sophisticated. The… more

Inside EPA (subscription required) reported this week that a group of Democratic state attorneys general have filed an amicus brief supporting EPA’s appeal of a 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision holding that EPA had authority to… more

Holland & Knight's Venezuela Focus Team invites you to read our Venezuela Update, in which we discuss the latest news, trends and developments in Venezuela that impact the interests of businesses across all industry sectors… more

Holland & Knight's Venezuela Focus Team invites you to read our Venezuela Update, in which we discuss the latest news, trends and developments in Venezuela that impact the interests of businesses across all industry sectors… more

On September 13, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) published Advisory Opinion 24-08, in which it declined to approve a proposal by a Medicare Advantage organization (MAO) offering… more

What about those salary thresholds for white-collar employees? Although they have been challenged, they are alive and kicking. Last week, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed that the Department of Labor… more