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In this episode of Great Women in Compliance, Hemma visits with Katharine Manning, author of The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job, to discuss the role of… more

The award winning, Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into a compliance related topic, literally going into the weeds to more fully explore a subject. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on… more

This special episode of the CMO Series Podcast was recorded live at the Lex Mundi Annual Conference in Toronto where Alistair Bone was joined by Iris Jones, Akerman's Chief Marketing and Client Development Officer. Iris shares her… more

In-person events and conferences still hold significant value for legal marketing and BD teams, but choosing the right events and identifying opportunities is key to maximising their potential. In this episode of the Passle CMO… 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

On July 31, 2024, Senators Jon Ossof (D-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), and Rick Scott (R-FL) introduced the bipartisan American Tax Dollars for American Solar Manufacturing Act. The bill aims to “prevent Chinese… more

As previously reported here on Tax Tracker in June, the School Tax Relief (STAR) program offered by New York State offers property tax relief to eligible homeowners.  Now, we have a number to associate with it for 2024 – $2.3 billion… more

Social media posts made by a coworker off-hours and off-site may still support a Title VII claim against an employer, the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court has ruled. Lindsay Okonowsky was a staff psychologist at the Bureau of Prison’s… more

Earlier this year, the US Department of Health & Human Services (“HHS”) released updated regulations governing the use and disclosure of substance use disorder records, referred to as “Part 2.”  The Part 2 rules protect substance use… more

The New York City Department of Finance requires that properties receiving benefits under the Industrial Commercial Incentive Program (ICIP) and the Industrial Commercial Abatement Program (ICAP) must file a Certificate of Continuing… more

On August 27, 2024, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) published a notice to the Federal Register “invit[ing] written comments from the public concerning the issues raised” by China in its dispute before the World Trade… more

Several significant changes to government policies relating to temporary foreign workers have recently gone into effect in Canada… more

A minimum wage increase for health care workers in California will kick in on October 16, 2024. The change was originally slated to take effect this past June, after California enacted Senate Bill (“SB”) 525 in the fall of 2023. Over… more

On September 30, 2024, Judge Mizelle, a federal judge in the Middle District of Florida, ruled that the False Claims Act’s (“FCA”) qui tam enforcement provision is unconstitutional, a ruling that, if followed by other courts, could… more

Important lessons for Hong Kong organisations managing cyber accidents may be learned from the noteworthy ruling in a recent Australia case, Singtel Optus Pty Ltd v. Robertson [2024]. For background, from 17-20 September 2022… more

The United States has announced that Qatar will soon be officially admitted to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP), allowing visa-free travel to the United States by Qatari citizens for up to 90 days. Per the Final Rule published by the… more

The National Labor Relations Board’s chief lawyer just said that many “stay-or-pay” provisions – agreements where workers are asked to repay their employer if they separate from employment – violate federal law, and also reminded… more

Please join Vedder Price’s Intellectual Property group for a half-day complimentary seminar designed for in-house counsel. Topics will focus on real issues faced by IP holders, and attendees will leave with practical advice for… more

Colleague and host Shellka Arora-Cox recently sat down with Sandhya Ganapathy, CEO of EDP Renewables North America, to discuss the fascinating intersection of the energy transition and artificial intelligence… more

A lawsuit filed earlier this year highlights potential PFAS liability exposure for fertilizer manufacturers, especially those that produce biosolid-based products. Five Texas farmers have sued Synagro Technologies, alleging that high… more

In a recent news release (available here), the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) warned taxpayers about promoters claiming their services are needed to resolve unpaid taxes owed to the IRS… more

As the fall hunting season approaches, Florida landowners may contemplate leasing their land to an individual or group for hunting purposes. For many owners, drafting such a specialized lease may be daunting, as they have to consider… more

The Chair and Commissioners of the Securities and Exchange Commission testified before the US House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services on September 24, 2024.  The SEC’s testimony provided updates on market conditions… more

Can a single incident of racial discrimination be sufficient to support a claim of Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) violations? Yes, the California Supreme Court has ruled unanimously… more

In 2017, companies in Brazil welcomed changes to its labor code that introduced the option for securing enforceable releases to employment law claims. The changes to the labor code included allowing parties to seek a ratification of a… more

The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced it has initiated the formal rulemaking process to amend Regulation Section 25136-2, which governs the sourcing of receipts from services and intangible property.  The proposed changes… more

In late September 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”), Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) announced a settlement with Cascade Eye and Skin Centers, P.C., a health care provider in the state of Washington… more

Most businesses are aware of historical restrictions or limitations on selling personal information to third parties for monetary consideration. Perhaps less familiar are recent state laws giving consumers the right to tell businesses… more

On September 18, 2024, Canada announced that it would impose new language and field of study eligibility requirements on its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Program. The imposition of these new requirements aligns with Canada’s plan… more

The Cyber and Analytics Unit within the Member Supervision program of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”) recently published a cybersecurity advisory regarding increasing cybersecurity risks at third-party… more

On September 19, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report highlighting a gap in current Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCIs) restrictions. According to the report, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) does… more

Check out our summary of significant Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidance and relevant tax matters for the week of September 23, 2024 – September 27, 2024… more

On October 1, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a sweeping notice regarding Hurricane Helene relief. The disaster tax relief covers all individuals and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene, “including the entire states… more

The European Securities and Markets Authority has published a consultation on the review of regulatory technical standards on transaction data reporting and on order book data under the revised Markets in Financial Instruments… more

In recent weeks, the EEOC has filed a number of lawsuits on behalf of individuals, alleging a range of employment claims. Here, we provide a brief overview of those lawsuits and the issues that may be on the EEOC’s mind… more

The Bank of England has published a joint press release with the Financial Conduct Authority and the Working Group on Sterling Risk-Free Reference Rates (Working Group) on the end of LIBOR. On September 30, 2024, the remaining… more

The Supreme Court has granted certiorari in McLaughlin Chiropractic Associates v. McKesson Corporation (No. 23-1226) to address whether the Hobbs Act requires district courts to follow the FCC’s interpretation that the TCPA does not… more

The Joint Money Laundering Steering Group has published the amended version to Part II Sector 18 (wholesale markets) of its AML/CTF guidance for the financial services sector..… more

On October 7, 2024, the Supreme Court declined to hear Cellect LLC v. Vidal, No. 23-1231. The case has been followed closely by patent professionals ever since the Federal Circuit upended the judicially-created doctrine of… more

The Bank of England has announced the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence consortium. Its purpose is to provide a platform for public-private engagement to gather input from stakeholders on the capabilities, development… more

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS on Sept. 19, 2024, released proposed regulations under Section 30C of the Internal Revenue Code providing important clarity on the changes made by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)… more

Although the European Union and the United Kingdom did not introduce new sanctions against Russia over the summer, they extensively focused on the implementation of the existing measures and their enforcement. This week, however, a new… more

The U.K. Payment Systems Regulator updated its Powers and Procedures Guidance to reflect recent developments in its processes and structure. The guidance explains: (i) the PSR's role and its ways of working; (ii) the Financial Services… more

A Massachusetts state appellate court recently ruled a retention bonus is a form of “contingent compensation” not subject to Massachusetts’s wage laws.  In Nunez v. Syncsort, Inc., No. 23-ADCV-63, employee Carlos Nunez executed a… more

On September 27, 2024, Judge Aileen Cannon of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida dismissed a putative class action asserting claims under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 against an electric… more

Crocs, Inc. v. Double Diamond Distribution, Ltd., Appeal No. 2022-2160 (Fed. Cir. Oct. 3, 2024) In our Case of the Week, the Federal Circuit examined whether a district court erred in dismissing false advertising claims against… more

On September 30, 2024, Judge Franklin U. Valderrama of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted in part a motion to dismiss a putative class action asserting claims under the Securities Exchange… more

If you were injured in a hit-and-run accident in Florida, you will need evidence to file an insurance claim. While your personal injury protection (PIP) policy should provide a small amount of coverage regardless of what happened, PIP… more

On September 30, 2024, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan denied class certification in a putative class action asserting claims under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 against a mortgage company… more

A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent the sexual harassment of their employees takes effect on 26 October 2024. The Current Rules - While an employer can be vicariously liable for harassment committed by its… more

On September 30, 2024, Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California granted in part and denied in part a motion to dismiss a putative class action asserting claims under the… more

Surinamese sprinter Issamade Asinga sued the Gatorade Company on Wednesday, alleging his recent doping ban was the result of eating contaminated “recovery gummies” that the brand manufactured and provided… more

As we enter the fourth quarter and await the reveal of the state’s third iteration of revisions to the proposed rules governing the state’s Paid FMLA statute, what are some things all Maine employers (and employers outside of the state… more

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced a proposed rule that would revise brokered deposit regulations promulgated under Section 29 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act… more

On September 30, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filed a settled enforcement action against a former director of a public company (the “Company”) over claims that the director had failed to disclose his close… more

The drive to achieve a carbon-neutral future is accelerating. Through the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement, nations committed to curbing climate change by limiting global temperature increases to no more than 2°C above pre-industrial… more

ACEDS New York and BakerHostetler invite you to join us for a lively discussion among panelists representing various stages of the E-Discovery process. This event will convene leading professionals from diverse segments of the… more

Welcome to your weekly update from the A&O Shearman Pensions team, covering all the latest legal and regulatory developments in the world of workplace pensions. TPR publishes regulatory intervention report: The Meghraj Pension… more