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The Evolution of the ‘Global’ Noncompete Agreement: From Template to Strategy

Multinational corporations love the idea of a global noncompete template, as they appear to provide a single restrictive strategy, have enough flexibility to allow minor local tweaks, and are implemented across...more

Ballard Spahr LLP

Banking Trade Groups Urge Tenth Circuit to Reject Colorado’s Attempt to Apply Its Usury Laws to Interstate Loans Made by...

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On June 4, 2026, the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, America’s Credit Unions, and 52 state bankers associations filed a supplemental amicus brief supporting the plaintiffs in...more

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INTERPOL Red Notices Denied Due To Missing Criteria (Part 1 of 2)

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A recent case in Nepal provides an example of how Red Notices should be requested, and why they are sometimes denied. A Red Notice may only be released once INTERPOL’s rules are satisfied. Countries must provide sufficient...more

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Dyson v. Dreame reloaded—Unified Patent Court grants Dyson another preliminary injunction in patent dispute over hair stylers

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Dyson v. Dreame International, UPC_CFI_2255/2025, Hamburg Local Division, April 7, 2026 In April, the UPC granted Dyson Technology Limited (“Dyson”) a new preliminary injunction against several entities within the Dreame...more

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UPC Court of Appeal Clarifies Jurisdiction Over Non-UPC Patents in Fujifilm v Kodak

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The UPC Court of Appeal has delivered an important ruling in Fujifilm v Kodak, confirming that the Unified Patent Court’s jurisdiction may extend to non-UPC European patent designations. The decision distinguishes between the...more

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California Superior Court Finalizes Summary Judgment in Favor of OppFi, Rejecting DFPI’s “True Lender” Theory

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On May 19, 2026, the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, granted summary judgment in favor of Opportunity Financial, LLC ("OppFi") in its dispute with Clothilde Hewlett, in her official capacity as...more

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Illinois Interchange Fee Law Maxes Out After Permanent Injunction and Legislative Postponement

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Illinois’s interchange fee law is permanently enjoined for most entities after OCC preemption, but a fragmented outcome sets the stage for further appeals....more

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Spirits of the Cold War: America Takes Another Shot at Vodka Succession Dispute 

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Federal Treasury Enterprise v. Spirits International, No. 14-cv-712 (S.D.N.Y. May 15, 2026) - Recently, the Southern District of New York (“District Court”) denied Federal Treasury Enterprise’s (“FTE”) motion for partial...more

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Rewriting the foundations: Key changes under UAE Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025

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On 1 June 2026, the United Arab Emirates' new civil code (Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025) (the "New Civil Code") came into force, replacing Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 (the "Old Civil Code"). The new legislation reflects the...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

FDIC Backs Industry in Colorado DIDMCA Opt-Out Fight, Urges Bank-Focused Reading of “Loans Made in Such State”

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On June 4, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) filed an amicus brief in the Tenth Circuit’s en banc rehearing of National Association of Industrial Bankers v. Weiser, supporting industry plaintiffs and arguing...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Congress Takes Another Shot at Federal NIL Reform: What to Know About the Protect College Sports Act of 2026

Over the years, college sports have only increased in popularity, and with that popularity has come significant growth in revenue from attendance, sponsorships, and television deals....more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Chapter 11 and CCAA: A Cross-Border Comparison

Cross-border restructuring and insolvency proceedings can be complex and challenging for international companies. This plain-language guide compares Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and Canada’s Companies’ Creditors...more

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New UAE civil code: what construction parties need to know

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The UAE’s new Civil Code came into effect on June 1, 2026. Below we address the key developments parties to construction contracts and disputes arising out of those contracts must know....more

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DOL Opinion Letter: Meal Periods Remain Unpaid under Federal Law

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On May 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) Wage and Hour Division issued Opinion Letter FLSA2026-7, providing federal guidance on whether the time that employees spend voluntarily leaving an employer’s premises...more

Freeman Law

Corporate Migrations | They’re Choosin’ Texas and We Can Tell

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For generations, Delaware served as the default home for corporate charters, thanks in part to its specialized Court of Chancery and a deep body of case law, leading to more predictable judicial outcomes....more

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Employee Workation in the EU - What are the Pitfalls in Germany?

More and more employees want to work from abroad for a period of time, but employers in Germany will want to consider the implications of German immigration and employment-related laws on such arrangements, known as...more

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How the SEC Wants to Shake Up Registered Offering and Public Company Reporting Frameworks

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On May 19, the SEC proposed two sets of rule and form amendments that would implement significant changes to the registered offering and public company reporting frameworks....more

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State Leave Laws & ERISA Preemption

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Employers operating across multiple states increasingly face overlapping state and federal leave obligations. While the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) establishes a federal baseline, a growing number of states have...more

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The Supreme Court Has Spoken: What the Montgomery Decision Means (and Doesn’t) for Transportation Brokers and the Top Ten Critical...

The U.S. Supreme Court has unanimously held that the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (FAAAA) does not preempt state law claims against transportation brokers for negligent hiring of motor carriers in...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Still Grounded: Why Rescheduling Doesn’t Mean Truckers and Pilots Can Light Up

Good news for people who don’t want their airline pilots any higher than they already are. If you’ve been following the rescheduling saga as closely as I have, you might have assumed that once President Trump signed the...more

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Too Late to Arbitrate? Arbitration Clauses and Class Action Waivers

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The widespread adoption of arbitration agreements with class action waivers began fifteen years ago following the Supreme Court’s decision in AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion. Concepcion held that the Federal Arbitration Act...more

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Divorce Lawyer in Dubai: The Complete Guide for UAE Residents (Married Couples)

The process of divorce can be akin to the act of replacing the engine of a vehicle that is already in motion; it is challenging, emotional, and full of steps you didn't plan for. This easy-to-read guide will help you and your...more

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Enforcement of the Unified Patent Court’s long-arm jurisdiction

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Case details: Fujifilm Corporation v Kodak, LD Mannheim, January 30, 2026 (UPC_CFI_365/2023) - In its decision, the Mannheim Local Division (LD Mannheim) of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) issued an enforcement order...more

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The United States Supreme Court taketh and the Texas Supreme Court giveth

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On May 14, 2026, the United States Supreme Court ruled unanimously (9-0) in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II that federal law does not shield freight brokers from state-level negligent hiring lawsuits under the Federal...more

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Delaware district court affirms enforcement of nonconsensual releases under Chapter 15

The United States District Court for the District of Delaware (the District Court) recently affirmed an order of the Delaware Bankruptcy Court granting recognition and enforcement of a Mexican restructuring plan that...more

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