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Baker Donelson

Medico-Legal Funding: Inflated Medical Bills and Defense Strategies in Personal Injury Litigation

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Litigation funding by non-parties has grown from a small niche into a significant industry, with such investments estimated to exceed $67 billion annually by 2037. As the volume of litigation continues to grow, so too does...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

DOL Releases Proposed Rule to Clarify ERISA Fiduciary Duties for Alternative Investments in 401(k) Plans

The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) titled “Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives.” The NPRM would pave the way for participant-directed...more

White & Case LLP

Geopolitical tensions and markets disruption: Key areas for consideration for trustees in the Gulf region

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In our recent market updates, we examined how geopolitical tensions and incidents of market disruption are capable of introducing significant uncertainty into regional financial markets and, in that context, we identified,...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Nuevo decreto incorpora el sistema de finanzas abiertas en Colombia

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El Ministerio de Hacienda y Crédito Público expidió el Decreto 0368 del 7 de abril de 2026, mediante el cual se incorpora el sistema de finanzas abiertas bajo un esquema obligatorio en Colombia. Esta norma sustituye el marco...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Profisport als Assetklasse: Megadeals in den USA - und Europas Aufholjagd

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Der globale Sportmarkt erlebt einen beispiellosen M&ABoom und hat sich in den letzten Jahren als attraktive Assetklasse für professionelle Investoren etabliert. Dies verwundert auch nicht: Kaum ein Sektor vereint die...more

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China’s Draft Financial Law and Key Regulatory Insights

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China’s move toward a comprehensive Financial Law has developed quickly over several years. The concept was first officially proposed at the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Party Central Committee in July 20242 and was...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

The Accounting Firm M&A Boom — How to Maximize Your Firm’s Value

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The accounting industry is experiencing unprecedented consolidation, driven by aging partner demographics, heightened competition, advisory expansion, and, increasingly, private equity activity. Whether your firm is...more

Vedder

SEC Announces Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025 and Appoints New Enforcement Director

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On April 7, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or “Commission”) announced its enforcement results for the fiscal year (“FY”) 2025....more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

AIFMD II Roundup: Key Reforms, EU Implementation and the UK Alternative

The second iteration of the AIFMD II introduces new requirements for EU alternative investment funds (AIFs) and their managers (AIFMs). AIFMD II came into force on 15 April 2024, and EU member states are required to transpose...more

Offit Kurman

Developments in IEEPA Refund Litigation

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Through multiple court filings, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) have identified significant updates affecting importers seeking refunds of additional ad valorem...more

Jenner & Block

DOJ Establishes the National Fraud Enforcement Division

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced a major change in its approach to investigating and prosecuting white-collar crime involving taxpayer dollars and taxpayer-funded programs. On April 7, 2026, Acting Attorney...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

AI Today in 5: April 15, 2026, The Tax Day Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest addition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the AI Today In...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Incentives for Whistleblowers Remain, Even When the Government Declines a Case

Mortgage lenders and other entities submitting claims for payment to the federal government should take note of recent case law from the Ninth Circuit emphasizing how private litigants continue to drive litigation under the...more

Baker Botts L.L.P.

Legal Considerations When Transacting Commercial Aircraft Portfolio Acquisitions and Financings in the Midst of War

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The global aviation leasing and finance market continues to navigate an era of unprecedented geopolitical risk. The ongoing war in Ukraine, now entering its fifth year, and the escalating military conflict involving Iran have...more

Goodwin

Interest Exportation Primer+

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With Oregon Governor Tina Kotek’s signing of House Bill 4116 last week, which opts Oregon out of interest exportation effective early June 2026, a primer on exportation is in order. ...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

SEC Clears a Path for Crypto Trading Apps — And Signals Where It's Heading Next

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Key Points - • SEC issues staff guidance for crypto trading apps and wallet interfaces under defined conditions. • Guidance prohibits trade solicitation, investment advice, order routing, custody, and transaction...more

Ropes & Gray LLP

The Rise of Independent Sponsors: Evolution, Economics, and Opportunity

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The independent sponsor model continues to gain traction across private markets, reflecting a broader shift toward more flexible, conviction-driven investing....more

Fried Frank

FinCEN and OFAC Propose Rules to Reform AML/CFT Program Requirements for Financial Institutions and Stablecoin Issuers

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The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury recently issued two proposed anti-money laundering rules of importance to the U.S. financial and cryptocurrency sectors....more

Cooley LLP

SEC Announces FY2025 Enforcement Results, Emphasizing Focus on Fraud

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On April 7, 2026, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced its enforcement results for fiscal year 2025, which ran from October 2024 to September 2025....more

WilmerHale

Giving Away the Farm with SAFEs: Understanding the Alternatives and Avoiding Unnecessary Dilution

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SAFEs (Simple Agreements for Future Equity), first created by Y Combinator in 2013 and the mechanics of which have been subsequently modified over the years, have become increasingly prevalent as a way for companies to raise...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

California’s New Digital Financial Assets Law Requires Application for Cryptocurrency Licenses to be Submitted by July 1, 2026

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Entities subject to California’s new Digital Financial Assets Law (“DFAL”), signed by Governor Newsom on October 13, 2023, must either be licensed or have applied through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (“NMLS”)...more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

日豪投資レポート2025: 経済安全保障のパートナー

HSF Kramer and The Australian National University are pleased to present the ninth annual Japan–Australia Investment Report. The 2025 edition provides a detailed analysis of the trends shaping one of Australia’s most...more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Japan-Australia Investment Report 2025: Partners in Economic Security

HSF Kramer and The Australian National University are pleased to present the ninth annual Japan–Australia Investment Report. The 2025 edition provides a detailed analysis of the trends shaping one of Australia’s most...more

WilmerHale

2026 Venture Capital Report

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This year’s Venture Capital Report offers a detailed review of US venture capital financing and liquidity activity and discusses key factors that will shape the coming year. We discuss SAFE financings and decisions that can...more

Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

The IRS Just Updated 402(f) Notices — And If Yours Are Outdated, That’s On You

In the world of retirement plans, it’s easy to overlook the fine print — until someone sues you over it. The IRS just reminded us why distribution notices matter with the release of Notice 2026-13, which updates the safe...more

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