After almost four years, the long-awaited Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act was signed by Governor Shapiro on May 8, 2024. This Act is a huge win for families in the Commonwealth as it provides a private and voluntary process for… more

In Johnson v. Amazon.com, Inc., No. 4:22-CV-04086, 2024 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 59196, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas held that Amazon.com, Inc. (Amazon) can be liable for negligent undertaking claims when… more

President Biden has signed the REPORT Act (S.474) into law, imposing additional obligations on online service providers to report material related to the sexual abuse of children. The REPORT Act: Expands reporting obligations to… more

It is well settled that when requesting reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employees are not required to use the words “ADA,” “reasonable accommodation,” “disability,” or any other special… more

On May 7, 2024, Surety HR, Inc. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that confidential information in the company’s possession was subject to unauthorized access. In this notice… more

Corporate structures in commercial real estate transactions can often be very complex and involve layers of entities. Special purpose entities that are bankruptcy remote (“SPEs”) are frequently used in commercial real estate loans to… more

Last month, the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (“NASEM”) issued a report discussing the inclusion of pregnant and lactating people in clinical research and the health impacts of inadequate data from research… more

According to a May 1, 2024 press release, the high-concentration (100 mg/mL), citrate-free formulation of Boehringer Ingelheim’s Cyltezo® (adalimumab-adbm) was approved by the FDA on May 1 as interchangeable with AbbVie’s Humira®… more

On May 9, 2024, Ascension posted a website notice confirming that the company is in the process of responding to what it believes is a “cyber security event.”  In this notice, Ascension explains that access to certain systems has been… more

In just the US, more than 100,000 men, women, and children are waiting for an organ transplant. According to the United Network of Organ Sharing, more than 6,000 people in the US die on an annual basis waiting for a matched organ… more

On 23 April, the UK’s banking regulator, the Prudential Regulation Authority (“PRA”), published a letter to Chief Risk Officers setting out the results of a thematic review of private equity related financing activities… more

The Museum of Western Art is dedicated to excellence in the collection, preservation, and promotion of Western Heritage and the education and cultural enrichment of our diverse audiences. The Museum serves as a bridge between the… more

Mistakes happen, and the tax law can be complex and ambiguous. The question becomes, what does a taxpayer do if they discover a mistake on their tax return? Should an amended tax return be filed? In some cases, the taxpayer will want… more

It’s not usual for companies to have employees working in multiple states, especially if they hire remote workers. However, managing a workforce that is spread out over multiple locations can be challenging. Join Sara Zorich, Karen… more

As we near the end of the Biden Administration’s first term, the NLRB has continued to be very active in issuing decisions that align with the Administration’s philosophy. These decisions are wide-ranging and include increased scrutiny… more

On May 30, the Benelux department of ACEDS (Association of Certified eDiscovery Specialists) is organizing an exclusive event in Amsterdam. Are you interested in the latest developments in the field of artificial intelligence? Would… more

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Final Rule: Non-Compete Clause (Non-competes) Rule - On May 6, FTC published a final rule deeming an unfair method of competition for persons to enter non-competes with workers. For existing… more

On April 30, 2024, Judge Marilyn L. Huff of the United States District Court for the Southern District of California dismissed with leave to amend a putative class action asserting claims under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934… more

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) has long required a full analysis of project's potential adverse effects on the environment. The environmental impact report (EIR)-known as the "heart of CEQA"-is intended to further many… more

The California Supreme Court handed employers a consolation prize this week, holding that an employer does not incur monetary penalties if there is a reasonable, good faith dispute over whether the employer violated the wage statement… 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 the only roundtable podcast in compliance as we celebrate our second century of shows. In this episode, we have a quintet of commentators; Jonathan Armstrong, Jonathan Marks, Matt Kelly, Jay Rosen, and special guest Karen… more

Electronic information in various forms is now a common feature in the investigation and prosecution of crimes. The search for and use of that information presents issues under the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments as well as, among… more

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) held a hearing on May 6–7, 2024 on the proposed regulations for donor-advised funds (REG-142338-07) issued by the agency in November 2023. More than 150 organizations provided comments on the proposed… more

Last week, the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit issued a decision holding that state health care plans in North Carolina and West Virginia must cover gender-affirming surgeries. A copy of the decision, Kadel v. Folwell… more

Both Delaware and Nevada require corporations to indemnify certain persons against expenses (including attorneys' fees) to the extent that they have been successful on the merits or otherwise in defense of any action, suit or… more

In December 2021, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released research critiquing banks for charging overdraft and related fees to consumers, and the CFPB director, Rohit Chopra, stated the agency would renew its focus on… more

Federal Trade Commission. Deceptive real estate listings. On April 3, 2024, FTC announced close to $62 million in refunds for consumers misled by deceptive marketing and advertising practices used by Opendoor Labs, Inc., an online real… more

For many highly skilled international workers, securing an H-1B visa in the United States can be elusive. With this year’s lottery results announced, employers find themselves exploring alternative strategies to retain invaluable… more

For the first time in 25 years, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace. Employers should review existing anti-harassment policies and trainings with… more

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is planning to lift its ban on asset managers making joint or ‘bundled’ payments to broker-dealers for third-party investment research and execution services. The change is being… more

On Wednesday, attorneys general (AG) for the states of Florida, New York, and the District of Columbia announced that they are joining Tennessee and Virginia in a multistate coalition challenging the National Collegiate Athletic… more

The U.S. Department of Labor recently published its Final Rule, “Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States.” The Department of Labor first announced proposed regulatory changes to the… more

For firms in the United States, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has released a flood of funding for clean energy demonstration and deployment. Tens of billions of dollars in the form of direct grants and loans have been authorized… more

Resolution No. 15, of April 24, 2024, of the Brazilian Data Protection Authority ("ANPD"), approved the Data Breach Notifying Regulation (the “Regulation”). The Regulation establishes procedures for data controllers to notify subjects… more

On May 6, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) Director Andrea Gacki, Acting Chief of the Enforcement Division Steve Hsieh, Acting Associate Director of the Policy Division James Martinelli, and other key industry… more

Ten trade associations sent an April 23rd letter to the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) addressing an issue regarding the Superfund excise taxes imposed on certain chemicals and imported substances… more

Financial Markets Infrastructure: The Bank of England published a speech by Sasha Mills, Executive Director, Financial Market Infrastructure, on operational resilience and its expectations of financial market infrastructures (“FMIs”)… more

How can a chief operating officer be most impactful at a registered investment advisor firm? In this episode, host Matt Baum chats with Matt Sonnen, COO of Coldstream Wealth Management. They discuss what it means to be a COO in an… more

Robert Clark of Pompano Beach, Florida recently pleaded guilty to his role in a Medicare fraud scheme. Clark and his co-conspirators purchased Medicare Beneficiary Identification numbers unlawfully and then billed Medicare for… more

April saw two major developments with the regulation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, the so-called “forever chemicals” known as “PFAS.” On April 10, U.S. EPA issued drinking water standards for the PFAS chemicals PFOA and… more

On April 30, 2024, MoFo partner and global co-chair of the Investigations + White Collar Defense practice group Carrie H. Cohen and associate Sabreena Khalid in MoFo’s Finance Group spoke with Lesley Rosenthal, president of the Friends… more

Last week, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its updated guidance on harassment in the workplace (the “Guidance”) which provides a comprehensive resource on federal workplace harassment law. The Guidance was… more

CHICAGO — City Council to Consider Requiring Testing, Guidelines for City Government AI Tools- Chair of Chicago City Council’s Committee on Economic, Capital & Technology Development Gilbert Villegas (Ward 36) introduced a measure… more

May 7, 2024- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) released the report from am independent third-party review of allegations of sexual harassment and other interpersonal misconduct at the FDIC and management’s response… more

On May 7, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a Declaratory Ruling, Order, Report and Order, and Order on Reconsideration reclassifying broadband Internet access service (BIAS) as a common carrier… more

In April 2024, the Alabama Supreme Court issued an opinion in Alavest, LLC v. Harris that significantly expands the application of Rule 19 of the Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure to post-foreclosure proceedings when it held that former… more

As the state legalization of medicinal and adult-use cannabis spreads across the United States, cannabis producers and retailers are experiencing a rapid increase in production and sales. However, despite this boom in business… more

On May 6, 2024, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) published an updated version of its Regulatory plan to modernize Canada’s broadcasting framework (Updated Plan)… more

Keypoint: If signed into law, Colorado will become the first state to enact legislation regulating the use of high-risk artificial intelligence systems. On May 8, the Colorado legislature passed the Colorado Artificial Intelligence… more

New lawsuits that were recently filed in California echo some of the “cookie” conversations my colleagues and I have been having with online merchants and retail clients… more

After a transaction closes, sellers often wonder: when can all proceeds be distributed and the selling entity be dissolved? This question can be complicated, particularly where there are surviving representations, warranties, or… more

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on April 9, 2024, the release of an updated “Interim Guidance on the Destruction and Disposal of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances and Materials Containing… more

The Department for Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) recently issued a final rule under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, which prohibits federally funded health programs from discriminating on the basis… more

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC” or “Commission”) held an open meeting on noncompetition agreements, at which they voted 3-2 to approve a proposed final Noncompete Rule. The final Rule is a comprehensive ban… more

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) (together the Services) have issued three final rules effective May 6, 2024..… more

An interview with Jay Neukom, Partner at Debevoise by Richard Hsu… more

What is the Good Cause Eviction law? On April 20, 2024, New York State enacted new residential tenant protections affecting many market rate apartments under a framework referred to as “Good Cause Eviction.” In general, this… more