In this digital age, content creators rely on their original works to build audiences and generate income. Platforms like Twitch, YouTube, OnlyFans and others empower creators to connect directly with audiences. But with...more
Online reviews can make or break a business. A stream of positive comments can boost visibility, attract new customers, and build trust. On the other hand, a single harsh or fake review can tarnish a company’s reputation...more
Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) Policies are unilateral policies set by manufacturers that dictate the advertised price for products, but not the actual resale price. These policies promote healthy competition among resellers,...more
In today’s ecommerce-driven economy, brand owners face a relentless challenge: unauthorized resellers who flood online marketplaces with products that undermine brand value, confuse consumers and compromise quality standards....more
Walmart recently updated its shipping and fulfillment policies to permit its third-party merchants to use Amazon’s Multi-Channel Fulfillment (“MCF”) when fulfilling orders placed through Walmart’s marketplace. With this...more
The recently announced acquisition of beauty and skincare brand Rhode, founded by celebrity Hailey Bieber in 2022, for $1 billion by veteran cosmetics brand e.l.f. Beauty, marks a pivotal moment in the rapidly evolving beauty...more
6/9/2025
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In today’s volatile global trade environment, tariffs have become a double-edged sword for brands. Intended to protect domestic industries, tariffs often lead to unintended consequences that pose significant challenges for...more
On March 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Treasury threw a new twist into the ongoing Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) enforcement saga by announcing that it will not enforce any fines or penalties against any U.S. citizens or...more
Beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) are once again back in effect. In the latest in a line of dizzying decisions surrounding the CTA, in Smith v. U.S....more
On January 23, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court stayed a nationwide preliminary injunction issued in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. et al. v. Garland et al., creating further legal uncertainty surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act...more
1/27/2025
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On December 23, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit lifted a Texas District Court’s preliminary injunction that had temporarily paused enforcement of the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) nationwide...more
12/27/2024
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On December 3, 2024, a Texas federal district court issued a nationwide preliminary injunction temporarily blocking the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its requirement to report the beneficial owners...more
12/5/2024
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As the fourth quarter of 2024 kicks off, businesses are running out of time to determine their compliance obligations under the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). If your company does not report its beneficial owners...more
In the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), due diligence is a critical phase where a buyer’s acquisition team assesses potential risks and opportunities before finalizing the terms of an agreement to purchase its target...more
As we continue to monitor the future of the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (the CTA), which requires certain businesses to file a report disclosing their beneficial owners to the U.S. government, new developments in both...more
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has introduced new reporting requirements, affecting businesses nationwide. Mandatory compliance is now in place, with certain entities required to submit reports within a 90-day...more
In the ever-expanding landscape of e-commerce, the presence of unauthorized resellers can pose significant threats to a brand’s reputation and bottom line. Brands should take a proactive approach in combatting unauthorized...more
While federal legislative and regulatory authorities digest and plan their responses to the March 1, 2024 ruling in the U.S. District Court for the District of Alabama that held the federal Corporate Transparency Act (the...more
The Corporate Transparency Act (the CTA), which became effective on January 1, 2024, was ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama (District Court), in the case styled National...more
3/6/2024
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NEW FEDERAL REPORTING REQUIREMENT THAT MAY AFFECT YOUR BUSINESS IS NOW EFFECTIVE.
The Corporate Transparency Act (the CTA) is officially in effect. You should confirm now whether your company has any reporting...more
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a proposal to amend the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting rule, which would extend the deadline for certain reporting companies to file their BOI...more
Starting in 2024, many entities that are created in or registered to do business in the United States will be required to file BOI reports with FinCEN.
With the effective date fast approaching, criticism surrounding...more
It’s a common scenario – you receive a threatening letter, alleging that you have infringed on a third-party’s copyrighted images and demanding you pay a certain amount in order to settle the claim. This undoubtedly raises a...more
As more states legalize cannabis and the industry experiences ongoing growth, we are witnessing a rising trend of acquisitions and sales within this sector. While buying and selling a business is a complex process for any...more
In the ever-evolving landscape of ecommerce, businesses often face challenges maintaining control over distribution, preserving brand integrity and complying with antitrust laws. Two key aspects that arise in this context are...more