In its recent decision in Altius Royalty Corporation v. Alberta (Altius), the Court of Appeal of Alberta (Court of Appeal) ruled that the Government of Alberta’s plan to phase out coal-fired electricity generation emissions by 2030 was… more

In the midst of antiwar protests and a rise in antisemitic incidents at institutions of higher education (IHE) across the country, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) on May 7, 2024 reiterating its… more

In April 2024, the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee (the Petitioner), a coalition representing leading U.S. solar manufacturers (Convalt Energy, First Solar, Meyer Burger, Mission Solar, Qcells, REC Silicon and… more

The US Supreme Court ruled that if a copyright claim is timely, all damages may be recovered and there is no separate three-year limitation to recovery. The case involved the so-called "discovery rule" that allows a claim to be brought… more

The NRC’s Acting Executive Director for Operations recently issued the results from the NRC staff’s annual Reactor Oversight Process (ROP) self-assessment for calendar year 2023. Out of the 17 metrics it evaluated, the NRC staff found… more

The BIS Innovation Summit 2024, which took place over 6-8 May 2024, was in turns both an inspiring and surprising event. This article sets out a summary of the key takeaways from the summit… more

Once a business owner has an understanding of the value of the business and the tax and cash flow impacts of the transfer, the next step is to document the transfer. This may be done by the client’s separate business legal counsel or… more

On April 23, 2024, the New York State Legislature passed a number of significant measures intended to increase housing production, particularly in New York City. The new measures, which are discussed below, include a new tax exemption… more

In an era where children are increasingly immersed in the digital realm, concerns about their safety and privacy online have become a focal point for policymakers (even on both sides of the aisle) and parents alike. Several states have… more

On May 7, 2024, in Ryan, LLC v. FTC et al., Judge Ada Brown of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas set a briefing schedule on Ryan’s Motion for Stay of Effective Date and Preliminary Injunction (the “Motion”)… more

If you tuned into our webinar on May 3, you likely heard about the pending legal challenges to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) noncompete ban, slated to go into effect September 4. These legal challenges could result in a… more

Section 956 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act requires that six agencies — the Federal Reserve System (FRS), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation… more

Effective April 29, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) introduced a new export license exception to allow the export of medical devices to or within Russia, Belarus and the temporarily… more

The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released its long-awaited “Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance” to revise the regulations previously known as the OMB Uniform Guidance. With Federal grant funding opportunities… more

According to the latest Judy Diamond Report, certified public accountant firms have the best-performing 401(k) plans… 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 happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk about 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… more

With Mother’s Day coming up on May 12, it is a great time for companies to review their workplace policies regarding working moms, and update or supplement them as needed… more

As we reported in our Client and Friends memo last month, the Third Circuit published an opinion on March 19th finding that statutory trusts such as those that make up the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts (the “NCSLT Trusts”)… more

It goes without saying that Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) is no longer just a concept in science fiction movies. With the technological advancements that AI provides, it is no wonder that employers are turning to AI to hire talent… more

The U.S. Department of the Treasury (the “Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (the “IRS”) have recently issued final regulations (the “Final Regulations”) that significantly impact the determination of whether a real estate… more

In our ongoing series of blog posts, we have been examining several key negotiating points for tenants in triple net health care leases. We also have offered suggestions for certain lease provisions that will protect tenants from… more

In just a few days’ time, recently promulgated federal final rules addressing sex-based nondiscrimination in the administration of health care benefits have created a flurry of healthcare industry activity. The angst arises from… more

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) released a new proposed draft guidance in February that would change the FDA’s outlook on the engagement of a data monitoring committee (DMC) in clinical trials. Originally Published in… more

Vision 2050 - As one of the fastest growing regions in the United States, Orange County has been working to amend their state-required Comprehensive Plan called, “Vision 2050.” Vision 2050 is drafted with two of Orange County’s key… more

In the latest chapter of a long-running investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division into real estate industry practices, the D.C. Circuit revived DOJ’s 2021 investigation of the National Association of… more

Title? Typo? Cryptic code? Equation? Really it is a combination of three of the four. In other words, it is not a typo (You can look elsewhere in this piece for those)… more

The Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule (FMLLP), which was announced by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on April 12, 2024, represents a significant update to the Federal onshore oil and gas leasing framework. The FMLLP is… more

In 2023, a lawsuit that had wound its way through the judicial system for nearly 10 years finally had its day in the U.S. Supreme Court – and made waves in the biotechnology, chemical and pharmaceutical communities. Our attorneys… more

The big regulatory news out of the FTC in April was the issuance of a new Final Rule governing noncompete agreements. If it becomes effective, the new rule, which would ban most noncompetes nationwide, would radically change the… more

On April 17, 2024, the Supreme Court issued a decision in Muldrow vs. City of St. Louis, which held that Title VII – which bars employers from discriminating in decisions involving among other things, lateral transfers – does not… more

The general public's enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is making its way into the workplace. While AI offers many advantages, employers must remain aware of the risks that a lack of supervision can… more

On April 30, 2024, the Department of State proposed an amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) intended to facilitate exports of defense articles, the performance of defense services, and brokering activities… more

In our latest roundup, nonresidential construction increases, Redfin settles lawsuits, overseas real estate becomes more lucrative than domestic real estate, and more!… more

Jorge Martinez v. Lewis Tree Service (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board); No. 298 C.D. 2023; filed Feb. 8, 2024; Senior Judge Leavitt - The claimant worked as a crew leader for the employer’s tree-trimming business. On October 1… more

On April 9, 2024, the US Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued long-awaited proposed regulations under Section 4501 of the Internal Revenue Code (the “Code”) regarding the 1% stock buyback excise tax (the… more

Welcome to Compliance Notes from Nossaman’s Government Relations & Regulation Group – a periodic digest of the headlines, statutory and regulatory changes and court cases involving campaign finance, lobbying compliance, election law… more

Probate litigation can be a complicated and emotionally taxing process, especially in a state like New York known for its stringent probate laws. When disputes arise over the distribution of assets or the validity of a will, navigating… more

Mark your calendars for July 3—the date we will likely learn whether a Texas Court will enjoin the FTC Rule banning non-competes from taking effect on September 4. This week, Judge Ada Brown, the presiding judge in Ryan, LLC v. The… more

As threatened, TikTok, Inc. and ByteDance, Ltd., the owner of the TikTok app, filed suit against the United States on May 7, 2024, alleging that the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (“the Act”) is… more

On 1 May 2024, the US State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) issued a proposed rule to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to support the goals of the trilateral security partnership… more

Effective October 1, 2024, Maryland will become the sixth state (plus the District of Columbia), to require that employers provide an upfront disclosure of the wage or salary range for open positions in job listings. The new law… more

Defendants often face a tough choice — challenge the government’s evidence and if convicted, face significant jail time.  On the flip side, defendants who plead guilty and cooperate can earn significant sentencing reductions, even… more

Congress is once again entertaining federal privacy legislation. The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) was introduced by Senate Commerce Committee Chair Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and House Energy and Commerce Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers… more

Boeing is not the first company to find itself amid a massive scandal. You can think of Siemens’ bribery and corruption scandal, the VW emissions-testing scandal, the Wells Fargo fraudulent accounts scandal, or any other myriad of… more

On May 9, 2024, the Dufresne Spencer Group, LLC (“DSG”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access the company’s IT network. In this notice, the… more

On May 1, 2024, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) published its final Bipartisan Permitting Reform Implementation Rule (Final Rule), that revises regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), in part… more

On Friday,19 April 2024, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule to designate two common per-and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals, perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), as… more

Big news dropped in the past few weeks, which sent shockwaves across the industry: according to a recently filed lawsuit, the SEC has classified the second largest cryptocurrency, Ether, as a security in certain ongoing investigations… more

The Buy American Act was originally passed by Congress in 1933 and has undergone numerous changes across several presidential administrations. While the core of the Act has essentially remained the same, requiring the U.S. government… more

Labor Law Insider host Tom Godar challenges his guests, Mary-Ann Czak and Terry Potter, with real-life scenarios gathered from client interactions over the past several months. These scenarios help highlight the fundamental shifts that… more

DSOs have been recognizing the strong demand for pediatric dental services, driven by factors such as a growing population of children and expansions in state reimbursement programs. Other factors that are influencing a greater push to… more

Holland & Knight Health Dose is an in-depth weekly dose of legislative and regulatory insights to keep stakeholders abreast of happenings in Washington, D.C., impacting the health sector… more

On 10 April 2024, the FCA published its consultation paper (CP24/7) on payment optionality for investment research. This followed the Investment Research Review’s report from summer 2023, which recommended that the FCA should permit… more

The IRS recently issued private letter ruling (PLR) 107770-22 that involved a normalization issue of first impression, namely, whether payments received by a utility pursuant to an intercompany tax allocation agreement (TAA) can reduce… more

With the rising use of artificial intelligence-written text, demand for ways to identify whether content is human-written or AI-generated is likewise increasing. One such tool embeds patterns of words interwoven into AI-generated text… more

DOJ DOUBLES DOWN ON CORPORATE ENFORCEMENT WITH NEW WHISTLEBLOWER PROGRAM - During the 2024 American Bar Association National Institute on White Collar Crime (the 2024 White Collar Conference) earlier in March US Attorney General… more

On April 29th, the district court for the district of New Jersey (J. Quraishi) granted summary judgment for the Government in two cases, brought by BMS and Janssen, challenging the IRA’s Drug Price Negotiation Program… more