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Troutman Pepper

FinCEN Publishes Updated FAQs Regarding CTA Filings for Dissolved Entities and Withdrawn Foreign Entities

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On September 10, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) published updated guidance in the form of new and revised frequently asked questions (FAQs), C.14-C.16 and G.4, regarding beneficial ownership information...more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

New Legal Challenge for Pennsylvania Businesses: Navigating the Updated UTPCPL Cost Provisions

Under the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL), the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG) Consumer Protection Section regularly conducts investigations of companies doing business...more

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Reliance on Third-Party “Pricing” Facilitators Under Increasing Antitrust Scrutiny

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In the past year, healthcare systems and providers across the country have filed a series of antitrust lawsuits against MultiPlan Inc. and major US health insurers, alleging a hub-and-spoke conspiracy to fix and reduce...more

Dechert LLP

Illumina/Grail: EU Court overturns approach to “killer acquisitions”

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In a much-anticipated ruling of 3 September 2024, the EU's highest court threw out the policy that the European Commission has been pursuing since 2021, by which it asserted jurisdiction to review so-called “killer...more

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Worried About Waiving Privilege via Inadvertent Production? You’ll Want to Read This.

In this week’s Case of the Week, I dive into a critical decision from FTC v. Amazon.com, Inc. (August 1, 2024), which underscores the precarious nature of privilege in document production—particularly in the context of...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Developments in Association Law 2022 – 2024

The following is a review of notable cases and regulatory developments for nonprofit organizations at the federal and state levels during the last two years....more

Balch & Bingham LLP

Non-Compete Contracts: Legally Undead

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Contracts restraining competition by former employees and contractors have always faced enforcement headwinds, differing state-by-state in their strength and direction. California is most hostile; there, a statute purports to...more

Morgan Lewis

Philadelphia Enacts Ordinance to Protect Residents From Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices

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Philadelphia joins other major US cities in passing a local law to address consumer fraud and abuse. With its newfound enforcement authority, the Philadelphia Law Department can investigate and initiate legal action against...more

Wiley Rein LLP

USTR Releases Final Section 301 Modifications in Four-Year Review

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On September 13, 2024, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) released the text of a Federal Register notice explaining the final modifications that will be made as a result of the statutory four-year review of...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Career Can Do: Mastering Media and Networking for Career Success with Kevin Price

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly climb the career ladder while others, equally skilled, struggle to advance? The answer often lies in a crucial, yet sometimes overlooked, element: strategic...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Ethics Experts: Episode 182 – Olaf Casperson

In this episode of The Ethics Experts, Nick welcomes Olaf Casperson. Olaf Casperson is the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for HCLTech. In this global role, he is responsible to the Board of Directors, CEO, and General...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Corruption, Crime and Compliance: Review of Recent DOJ Declinations

What’s the real cost of keeping corporate misconduct hidden? In this episode of Corruption, Crime, and Compliance, Michael Volkov explores how the DOJ’s recent declinations highlight the risks and rewards of voluntary...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How a CEO Can Set The ‘Tone at The Top’- Part 1

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...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Daily Compliance News: September 16, 2024 – The Retire at 80 Edition

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...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

FCPA Compliance Report: Kevin Carroll on The Trump Superseding Indictment

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest running podcast in compliance. In this edition of the FCPA Compliance Report, Tom Fox welcomes back Kevin Carroll to discuss the latest developments in the...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

10 For 10: Top Compliance Stories For The Week Ending September 14, 2024

Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast that brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings to you, the compliance professional, the compliance stories you need to...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

10 For 10: Top Compliance Stories For The Week Ending September 14, 2024

Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast that brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings to you, the compliance professional, the compliance stories you need to...more

K&L Gates LLP

Australian Government Proposes Monetary and Market Share Thresholds for Mandatory Merger Clearance Regime

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The Australian Government (the Government) opened consultation on Australia’s proposed merger notification thresholds. The Consultation Paper proposes a notification regime that consists of four different thresholds—two based...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Careful Data Governance Is a Must Amid Enforcement Focus

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Corporations face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding sensitive data and mitigating privacy risks in an era marked by the rapid proliferation of Internet of Things, or IoT, devices....more

BakerHostetler

We Talkin’ About Security. Or Are We? Another Look at the FTC’s Recent Settlement with Security Firm Verkada

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As we wrote about last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it had entered a proposed settlement with video equipment surveillance company Verkada over the company’s alleged security failures....more

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A Practitioner’s Perspective on Direct Effect of EU Law and Antitrust Law

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EU competition rules are crucial to the strengthening of the Union’s internal market. And direct effect has long been a structuring legal principle of the Union’s legal order, helping to ensure its autonomous nature. Thus,...more

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Part 4: What the FTC’s Final Rule Means for Insider Reviews

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In this post, part of a six-part series on the FTC’s Final Rule on Consumer Reviews and Testimonials, we explore what the Final Rule means for so-called “insider” consumer reviews and testimonials, and also review...more

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UK National Security and Investment Regime: Government Publishes Latest Annual Report

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The UK government has released its latest annual report on the National Security and Investment (NSI) Act, covering the period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024. The report outlines key trends, statistics, and developments...more

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FTC and DOJ Signal Continued Interest in Labor Markets with New MOU

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On August 28, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) entered into a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the National Labor Relations...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Blakes Competitive Edge™: September 2024 Update

Welcome to the September issue of Blakes Competitive Edge, a monthly publication of the Blakes Competition, Antitrust & Foreign Investment group. Blakes Competitive Edge provides an overview of recent developments in Canadian...more

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