Trade association boards, like the boards of other private companies, often consist of stakeholders who are personally and professionally invested in the organization. Board members typically also possess significant business...more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has heralded its increased antitrust scrutiny of price discrimination under the Robinson-Patman Act (RPA), though little has come of it to date. Yet, our review of trends in private...more
Nonprofits and associations commonly receive subpoenas. Though it can be stressful to receive one, engaging in appropriate due diligence can help an organization effectively manage its response....more
Companies commonly receive subpoenas. Though it can be stressful to receive one, engaging in appropriate due diligence can help an organization effectively manage its response....more
As 2024 gets underway, the nonprofit sector will continue to face new challenges in addition to grappling with ongoing challenges that continue to impact the sector. Our interdisciplinary team, serving thousands of nonprofits...more
3/5/2024
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Machine Learning ,
NAICS ,
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Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
Privacy Laws ,
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Tax Exemptions
As 2023 came to an end, it offered a prime opportunity to examine significant legal developments in intellectual property case law and implications for the real estate industry in the year to come. Among other things,...more
1/18/2024
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ArentFox Schiff’s clients report being inundated with notices from registered agents and other service providers to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a new law that will require many existing and newly formed...more
Artificial intelligence promises to transform the way we live and work and its impact will undoubtedly stretch to every business sector across the globe. This next generation of technology brings exciting possibilities and...more
8/29/2023
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Artificial Intelligence ,
Automotive Industry ,
Biometric Information ,
Clean Energy ,
Clinical Trials ,
Confidentiality Policies ,
Cybersecurity ,
Data Protection ,
Data Security ,
Diagnostic Imaging Services ,
Disclosure Requirements ,
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Driverless Cars ,
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) ,
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Fantasy Sports ,
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Greenwashing ,
Healthcare ,
Hospitality Industry ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Labor Regulations ,
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Long-Term Care ,
Machine Learning ,
Medical Devices ,
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Nonprofits ,
Open Source Software ,
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Regulatory Agenda ,
Renewable Energy ,
Retailers ,
Software ,
Sports ,
Sports Betting ,
Technology Sector ,
Vehicle Navigation Systems
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already transforming the way we live and work. Within two months of its initial release to the public, ChatGPT reached 100 million monthly active users, making it the fastest-growing...more
6/8/2023
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Confidentiality Policies ,
Data Security ,
Enforcement ,
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) ,
Fair Compensation ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Machine Learning ,
Nonprofits ,
Open Source Software ,
Popular ,
Regulatory Agencies ,
Reliability Standards ,
Software Developers ,
Trade Associations ,
User-Generated Content
On February 16, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a public forum on its proposed rule that would, with limited exceptions, ban employers from using employee non-compete agreements and require rescission of...more
With the new year underway, the ArentFox Schiff Health Care team highlights 10 of the most pressing legal issues facing the industry in 2023.
End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. After being in effect for more than...more
2/17/2023
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Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) ,
Department of Justice (DOJ) ,
Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ,
False Claims Act (FCA) ,
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ,
Healthcare ,
HIPAA Privacy Rule ,
Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) ,
No Surprises Act (NSA) ,
Popular ,
Proposed Rules ,
Public Health Emergency ,
Reproductive Healthcare Issues ,
Roe v Wade ,
SCOTUS ,
Telehealth
On February 2, 2023, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Doha Mekki announced that the US Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division was revisiting and withdrawing several policy statements that provided a key...more
In today's episode of Fashion Counsel, AFS Chairman Anthony Lupo is joined by Brian Schneider to discuss how brands can find the balance between risk and control over downstream pricing by wholesalers and retailers, while...more
In today's episode of Fashion Counsel, AFS Chairman Anthony Lupo is joined by Brian Schneider to discuss how brands can find the balance between risk and control over downstream pricing by wholesalers and retailers, while...more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently published a new Technical Guide for tax-exempt 501(c)(6) trade associations, business leagues, chambers of commerce, real estate boards, and other organizations exempt from federal...more
On August 16, 2022, we prepared an alert discussing Mickelson v. PGA Tour, Inc. and the claims made by suspended PGA Tour players (“Player Plaintiffs”) against PGA Tour, Inc. (“Tour.”) Quite a bit has transpired in the past...more
On August 3, 2022, eleven suspended PGA Tour members filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California (the “Court”) against PGA Tour, Inc. (the “Tour”), alleging violation of...more
The Metaverse offers broad opportunities for trade associations to expand their reach and enhance member experiences like never before. These new and exciting possibilities, however, come with unique challenges. This alert...more
The Metaverse is widely regarded as the next frontier in digital commerce, with organizations spending millions of dollars securing a presence by buying digital real estate and investing in platforms to be market leaders....more
8/1/2022
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Digital Assets ,
E-Commerce ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Metaverse ,
Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) ,
Nonprofits ,
Popular ,
Real Estate Market ,
Real Estate Transactions ,
Trademarks
Before being acquired by American Airlines, US Airways sued Sabre for anticompetitive conduct under the Sherman Act. The case begins trial later this spring, and the district court’s recent ruling on summary judgment...more
With nearly 150 similar class action lawsuits pending nationwide, the ruling is a win for the ERISA plaintiff's bar, potentially supporting their expansive view of plan fiduciaries' duty to monitor investments.
As...more
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument to decide a circuit split and determine what ERISA requires of ERISA-governed pension plan fiduciaries with respect to investment fees and recordkeeping. A decision is expected in...more
New York's Attorney General is suing to dissolve the National Rifle Association (NRA) based upon what the AG alleges are repeated violations of state laws regulating nonprofit corporations. The Attorney General's amended...more
12/14/2021
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Compensation ,
Mismanagement ,
New York ,
Nonprofits ,
NRA ,
Pass-Through Entities ,
Personal Benefit ,
State Attorneys General ,
Transparency ,
Whistleblowers
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (the DMCA) governs the protection of copyrighted material in the digital environment. Among other things, the DMCA criminalizes circumvention of digital rights management tools that...more
In this podcast, Brian Schneider and Megan Daily discuss frequently asked questions from small businesses and nonprofits about contract management.
During this 10-minute podcast, Brian and Megan cover:
Do you always need a...more