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Unveiling Privilege Challenges in Joint Corporate Defense Agreements

Four co-defendants meet with their joint defense counsel to discuss a pending lawsuit. The meeting ends and all participants are confident that the discussions will remain private. There is just one problem. One of the…more

Attorney-Client Privilege, Common-Interest Privilege, Litigation Privilege, NC Supreme Court, Privilege Waivers

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United States House Members Introduce Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act

Last month, Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC), along with Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY), introduced legislation—the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act —banning the use of a Merchant…more

Credit Cards, Data Collection, Data Privacy, Firearms, Gun Laws

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[Webinar] Employment Law Panel 2023 - February 16th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Attorneys Benton Toups, Ryan Bolick, Vince Eisinger and Georgia Malik will discuss a range of Employment Law topics, including to what extent an employer must accommodate an employee’s gender-related preferences; CBD Oil and its…more

Cannabidiol (CBD) oil, Continuing Legal Education, Drug Testing, Employment Contract, Employment Litigation

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COA Opinion on Mediated Settlement Agreements

On Nov. 3, 2020, the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued opinion in a case entitled Mitchell v Boswell with a rather unremarkable holding that a mediated settlement agreement reached in a Superior Court ordered mediation is…more

Digital Signature Standards, E-Signatures, Electronic Communications, Electronic Records, Signatures

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Workers’ Compensation: Frequently Asked Questions from Non-Insured Employers

Workers’ compensation insurance coverage is required for all employers in North Carolina with limited exceptions.  If the State of North Carolina discovers that an employer does not have workers’ compensation insurance coverage…more

Employer Liability Issues, Health & Safety Standard, North Carolina, State Labor Laws, Workers' Compensation Claim

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Are Third-Party Releases Permissible Under the Bankruptcy Code?

The legal wrangling over Purdue Pharma, L.P.’s bankruptcy plan has been splashed over the news. The plan would see Purdue Pharma become a non-profit organization, and the Sackler family that had owned the company would…more

Bankruptcy Court, Bankruptcy Plans, Commercial Bankruptcy, Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, Nonprofits

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Highlights from Oral Argument in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo

The pending challenge to federal Chevron deference took its next step forward on January 17, 2024, when the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo…more

Chevron Deference, Chevron v NRDC, Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo, SCOTUS, Statutory Interpretation

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DOJ Announces New Whistleblower Reward Program for Individuals to Combat Significant Corporate or Financial Misconduct

During a March 7, 2024, speech at the American Bar Association’s 39th National Institute on White Collar Crime, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced that the United States Department of Justice (“DOJ”) is launching a…more

Corporate Misconduct, Department of Justice (DOJ), Financial Crimes, Financial Institutions, Money Laundering

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EEOC Issues Updated Guidance to Employers for COVID-19 Related Issues

In the wake of the new Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) published by OSHA on Nov. 5, 2021, employers have been left with a number of practical questions regarding enforcement and employee exemptions. The EEOC updated its…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Mandates, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Human Resources Professionals

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Just in Case You Didn't (c) It the First Time

With respect to workplace injuries, The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act is a legislative fix to a common law problem. The Act is sometimes called “the grand compromise”  because it was crafted so as to balance the…more

Compensation & Benefits, Disability Benefits, North Carolina, Workers Compensation Act, Workers Compensation Awards

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The Top 5 Dos and Don’ts of Family Conversations Involving Aging Loved Ones’ Needs

If you are lucky enough to gather around the holiday table with multiple generations, aging relatives, and loved ones, consider the kinds of conversations that you may be engaged in or should be having with them at some point…more

Elder Care, Elder Issues, Estate Planning, Long Term Care Facilities, Nursing Homes

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Telemedicine in North Carolina: The Basics

The United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia in Corradi v. Kolls, No. 4:22-CV-011, 2022 WL 4006928 (W.D. Va. Sept. 1, 2022) recently denied a motion to dismiss filed by a defendant North Carolina doctor…more

Health Care Providers, Healthcare, North Carolina, Physicians, Public Health

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2020 Premises Liability Case Law Updates

Open and Obvious Condition and Contributory Negligence Defenses Rule the Day - No good deed goes unpunished for the Plaintiff good samaritan in Draughon v. Evening Star Holiness Church of Dunn, 374 N.C. 479 (2020), especially…more

Civil Liability, Liability, Liability Insurance, Personal Liability

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Non-Trucking Liability Policies: Application and Exclusion

Introduction - A policy of non-trucking liability coverage generally applies when a vehicle is being operated for a non-trucking use. If a driver is operating a vehicle in the business of a motor carrier then the motor…more

Auto Insurance, Motor Vehicles, Trucking Industry

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Beyond the 500-Week Limit: Understanding Extended Compensation under the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act

Can an injured worker receive benefits past the 500-week cap in North Carolina? If your first answer was no, then you have come to the right place!…more

Compensation & Benefits, Disability Benefits, NC Supreme Court, North Carolina, Workers Compensation Act

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Is it in or out...of the Statute of Limitations?

Timely Service of Uninsured Motorist Actions - On July 7, 2022, the N.C. Supreme Court received a request, in the matter of Ricky DEAN, Administrator of the Estate of Olivia Darlene Flores v. Ravon Walser ROUSEAU, 2022 WL…more

Auto Insurance, Insurance Industry, Insurance Litigation, NC Supreme Court, North Carolina

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The Court of Appeals Issues a New Opinion on the Requirements for Extended Benefits Beyond 500 Weeks

In Betts v. North Carolina Department Of Health And Human Services – Cherry Hospital (No. Coa22-324), the North Carolina Court of Appeals has remanded the case to the full commission for further proceedings, finding that the…more

North Carolina, Workers Compensation Act, Workers Compensation Awards, Workers Compensation Reform, Workers' Compensation Claim

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DOJ Announces New Whistleblower Reward Program for Individuals to Combat Significant Corporate or Financial Misconduct

During a March 7, 2024, speech at the American Bar Association’s 39th National Institute on White Collar Crime, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced that the United States Department of Justice (“DOJ”) is launching a…more

Corporate Misconduct, Department of Justice (DOJ), Financial Crimes, Financial Institutions, Money Laundering

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HOT OFF THE PRESS - FAA Rule Change for Aircraft Owners

The FAA’s “Increase the Duration of Aircraft Registration” direct final rule published on November 22, 2022, is now in effect as of January 23, 2023. The new rule amends 14 CFR 47 (“Part 47”), which controls the FAA’s aircraft…more

Aircraft, Aviation Industry, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Filing Deadlines, Filing Requirements

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Round 2! U.S. Supreme Court Has Heard the Arguments on Section 1782 – Discovering the Issues With Discovery in International Arbitrations

As noted in our prior posts, the U.S. Supreme Court Justices (with the exclusion of Justice Clarence Thomas who was hospitalized on March 18) heard oral arguments on March 23, 2022, for ZF Automotive US, Inc. v. Luxshare,…more

Arbitration, Arbitrators, Discovery, Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration

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Cap On Recovery of Medical Bills in Wrongful Death Claims in North Carolina

Defense lawyers and insurance adjusters are frequently faced with evaluating medical damages presented by plaintiffs counsels and claimants.  We often examine alleged damages arising out of personal injuries.  Less fortunate are…more

Hospitals, Medical Expenses, North Carolina, Remedies, State and Local Government

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Effective 12/1/20: North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC) Rule Amendments

Form 19, Employer’s Report of Injury to the NCIC (11 NCAC 23A .0104) - Effective today, December 1, 2020, defendants are now required to file a Form 19 with the Industrial Commission when the injury causes the employee to be…more

Employer Liability Issues, Hiring & Firing, Labor Regulations, New Legislation, North Carolina

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The Three Cases Shaking Up NC Construction Law

Three cases have come out in the last year that will significantly impact construction law in North Carolina. - The Court in Crescent v. Trussway held that an owner of a commercial project cannot sue a subcontractor or…more

Breach of Contract, Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation

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Best Investigative Practices Following a Truck Accident

Prompt and comprehensive investigation following a truck accident is imperative.  It enables the defense to get an advantage on early claim analysis and evaluation and eliminates any future spoliation issues.  Any seasoned…more

Commercial Truck Drivers, Commercial Vehicles, Insurance Adjusters, Trucking Accident, Trucking Industry

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NC Court of Appeals Sets Standard for Extended Benefits in Sturdivant v. NC Department of Public Safety – What’s Next?

In Sturdivant v. NC Department of Public Safety (No. COA22-421), the North Carolina Court of Appeals affirms Full Commission Opinion and Award denying extended benefits under N.C.G.S. 97-29 (c)…more

Claim Procedures, Disability, Disability Benefits, Employee Benefits, Employer Liability Issues

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HOA Restrictive Covenants Impacts

The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently published an opinion in Bryan v. Kittinger that has the potential to impact how community associations, such as HOAs, can amend restrictive covenants. The Court also ruled on the…more

Community Associations, Condominium Associations, Condominiums, Homeowners Association (HOA), Pets

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Kaleel Builders, Inc. v. Ashby is Still the Seminal North Carolina Case Interpreting Indemnity Claims

If you are handling a construction case or other matter involving any sort of indemnity claim, you should be familiar with Kaleel Builders, Inc. v. Ashby. 161 N.C. App. 34, 587 S.E.2d 470 (2003). Kaleel may have been decided…more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, General Contractors, Indemnification Clauses, Indemnity Claim

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CBD Oil & Its Implication on Drug Policies in the Workplace – 2023 Update

Since our last update on CBD Oil and its implication in the workplace, there have been a few updates in the cannabis world and what it means for North Carolina…more

Cannabidiol (CBD) oil, Cannabis Products, Employee Rights, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Litigation

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The Danger of Open Meetings Violations

Compliance with the Open Meetings Law is an ongoing, ever-present obligation for all North Carolina public boards.  The advent of Governor Cooper’s COVID-19 State of Emergency declaration prompted additional open meetings…more

Board Meetings, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Governor Cooper, North Carolina, Open Meetings Act

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North Carolina Enacts Stricter Legislation Aimed at Improving Residential Elevator Safety

North Carolina has implemented House Bill 619, which amends the regulations for residential elevators set forth in Article 9 of Chapter 143 of the General Statutes. The law applies to residential elevators in private residences,…more

Building Standards, Elevators, Homeowners, Homeowners Association (HOA), New Legislation

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U.S. Whistleblower Program Expands to Allow the Payment of Awards to Non-U.S. Citizens, Auditors, and Compliance Professionals Who Report Financial Crimes or Money Laundering

In December 2022, the U.S. Congress included the Anti-Money Laundering Whistleblower Improvement Act as part of the Omnibus Budget for that year.  The Act includes drastic new measures to expand enforcement against those…more

Anti-Money Laundering, Data Protection, Financial Crimes, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Money Laundering

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Insights from the Legal Summit: Understanding Joint Prosecution Agreements in Third-Party Claims

On October 11, 2023, Cranfill Sumner LLP held our annual Legal Summit, a virtual event featuring insightful presentations by our attorneys that focused on the latest legal developments in North Carolina. Presentations covered…more

Employer Liability Issues, Employer Responsibilities, North Carolina, Third-Party, Workers Compensation Awards

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Court Order Leads to Changes at the Industrial Commission

After taking office, Governor Cooper filed a lawsuit against the NC General Assembly and Chairman Allen and Commissioner Stith of the NC Industrial Commission challenging on constitutional grounds to changes to NCIC appointment…more

Administrative Appointments, Constitutional Challenges, Governor Cooper, Industrial Commissions, Separation of Powers

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Supreme Court Rules that a Generic Term Combined with “.com” is Protectable

Recently the Supreme Court affirmed registration on the principal register for what appeared to be a generic term. In United States Patent & Trademark Office v. Booking.com B. V., 140 S. Ct. 2298 (2020), the Court affirmed…more

Acquired Distinctiveness, Appeals, Booking.com, Domain Name Registration, Domain Names

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The State of Data Privacy

January 28 is International Privacy Day, and this day is an opportunity to learn about recent developments in the legal landscape for privacy law.  It is also a good opportunity to highlight how far privacy rights have come, and…more

Consumer Privacy Rights, Data Collection, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Rights

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United States House Members Introduce Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act

Last month, Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC), along with Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY), introduced legislation—the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act —banning the use of a Merchant…more

Credit Cards, Data Collection, Data Privacy, Firearms, Gun Laws

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2014 NC Case Law Update

Below is a summary of significant 2014 Workers Compensation cases decided by the Courts, along with “practice tips” for addressing these issues. Covered topics include: Medical Causation, notice defenses, subsequent injuries,…more

Workers' Compensation Defense, Workplace Injury

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Telemedicine in North Carolina: The Basics

The United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia in Corradi v. Kolls, No. 4:22-CV-011, 2022 WL 4006928 (W.D. Va. Sept. 1, 2022) recently denied a motion to dismiss filed by a defendant North Carolina doctor…more

Health Care Providers, Healthcare, North Carolina, Physicians, Public Health

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Fourth Circuit Limits Reach of Federal Regulation Under the “Major Questions” Doctrine as it Relieves Shrimp Trawlers from Clean Water Act Permitting

The Clean Water Act (“CWA”) regulates the discharge of certain “pollutants” into waters of the United States (“WOTUS”).  Should shrimp trawlers be subject to the regulatory framework under the CWA when they return “bycatch”…more

Clean Water Act, Discharge of Pollutants, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Fishing Industry, Point Sources

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The Mortality of Immunity

Are North Carolina Courts Chipping Away at Public Official Immunity? For years, police officers and other public officials in North Carolina have enjoyed the protections of public official immunity when charged or sued in…more

Actual Malice, Governmental Immunity, Immunity, North Carolina, Police

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US Supreme Court Makes it Easier to Bring Claims Against Police Officers

Last week, in Kingsley v. Hendrickson, the United States Supreme Court changed the law in the 4th Circuit, which includes North Carolina. North Carolina police officers will now work in a world in which it is easier for a…more

Due Process, Fourteenth Amendment, Harmless Error, Jury Instructions, Kingsley v Hendrickson

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The Dentist and Informed Consent

A cornerstone of the dental practice, as with most healthcare professions, is the requirement to obtain informed consent before commencing treatment and procedures. The ADA Code of Ethics provides that informed consent, at a…more

Dentists, Health Care Providers, Informed Consent, Medical Malpractice, North Carolina

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2023 Labor/Employment Law Predictions – How Did I Do?

In January 2023, I wrote a piece on my predictions for what we might expect in the labor/employment law world in 2023. As 2023 draws to a close, let’s see how I did…more

Drug Testing, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies, Gender Identity, Hiring & Firing

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Workers' Compensation Cases to Consider in 2023

In the past two years, there have been many interesting and impactful appellate decisions in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation law. Going into 2023, we wanted to flag the following..…more

Causation, Compensation, Indemnity Agreements, Insurance Industry, Insurance Litigation

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The Role of H-2A Workers and Farm Labor Contractors in US Agriculture

The H-2A program plays a significant role in supporting the agricultural industry in the United States, including North Carolina. The program is instrumental because domestic labor often falls short in meeting the demands for…more

Agricultural Land, Agricultural Workers, Department of Labor (DOL), Farm Workers, Farms

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Invalidating Long-Standing Fourth Circuit Precedent, U.S. Supreme Court Holds that Title VII’s Charge Filing Requirement is Procedural, Not Jurisdictional

Before initiating a lawsuit under Title VII, a complainant must first file a charge of discrimination with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within 180 days of the alleged act of discrimination. Typically,…more

Affirmative Defenses, Amended Complaints, Appeals, Charge-Filing Preconditions, Civil Rights Act

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Fourth Circuit Holds Insurer’s Violation of North Carolina Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act Warranted Trebling of Insured’s Breach of Contract Damages

On April 18, 2022, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed an insured’s claim against its own property insurer for violation of the North Carolina’s Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act (“UDTPA”) in a rare published…more

Appeals, Breach of Contract, Construction Defects, Corporate Counsel, Insurance Litigation

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Can the FTC Rein in AI Deepfakes?

On February 15, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced a supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”). The FTC has been the federal agency at the forefront of regulation in the Artificial Intelligence (“AI”)…more

Antitrust Provisions, Artificial Intelligence, Bad Actors, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), NPRM

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The Race to Diversity in School Admissions Continues: What the Supreme Court’s Decision in Coalition for TJ v. Fairfax County School Board Means for Your Admissions Policy

The Supreme Court declined to review the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling that a Virginia high school’s admissions policy did not violate the Constitution, nor was its goal of creating a diverse student body…more

Admissions, Diversity, Race Discrimination, School Policies, SCOTUS

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Flying Foul Play: Legal Issues Take Flight in Monday Night Football’s Drone Incident

Sports fans may recall a bizarre incident in November 2023 during the Monday Night Football Ravens-Bengals matchup- a small drone made an unexpected appearance overhead at the M&T Bank Stadium, causing chaos and two delays of…more

Airspace, Aviation Industry, Commercial Use, Drones, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

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Anti-Social Media Behavior, Free Speech and Governmental Liability: I – Lindke v. Freed

In April 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court granted certiorari to a pair of cases dealing with the intersection of free speech, social media, and governmental liability.  Both cases deal with § 1983 actions against governmental…more

First Amendment, Free Speech, Government Officials, Lindke v Freed, Online Platforms

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Access/Correct/Update/Delete Personal Information

For non-EU/Swiss residents, if you would like to know what personal information we have about you, you can send an e-mail to privacy@jdsupra.com. We will be in contact with you (by mail or otherwise) to verify your identity and provide you the information you request. We will respond within 30 days to your request for access to your personal information. In some cases, we may not be able to remove your personal information, in which case we will let you know if we are unable to do so and why. If you would like to correct or update your personal information, you can manage your profile and subscriptions through our Privacy Center under the "My Account" dashboard. If you would like to delete your account or remove your information from our Website and Services, send an e-mail to privacy@jdsupra.com.

Changes in Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time. Please refer to the date at the top of this page to determine when this Policy was last revised. Any changes to our Privacy Policy will become effective upon posting of the revised policy on the Website. By continuing to use our Website and Services following such changes, you will be deemed to have agreed to such changes.

Contacting JD Supra

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, your dealings with our Website or Services, or if you would like to change any of the information you have provided to us, please contact us at: privacy@jdsupra.com.

JD Supra Cookie Guide

As with many websites, JD Supra's website (located at www.jdsupra.com) (our "Website") and our services (such as our email article digests)(our "Services") use a standard technology called a "cookie" and other similar technologies (such as, pixels and web beacons), which are small data files that are transferred to your computer when you use our Website and Services. These technologies automatically identify your browser whenever you interact with our Website and Services.

How We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to:

  1. Improve the user experience on our Website and Services;
  2. Store the authorization token that users receive when they login to the private areas of our Website. This token is specific to a user's login session and requires a valid username and password to obtain. It is required to access the user's profile information, subscriptions, and analytics;
  3. Track anonymous site usage; and
  4. Permit connectivity with social media networks to permit content sharing.

There are different types of cookies and other technologies used our Website, notably:

  • "Session cookies" - These cookies only last as long as your online session, and disappear from your computer or device when you close your browser (like Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Safari).
  • "Persistent cookies" - These cookies stay on your computer or device after your browser has been closed and last for a time specified in the cookie. We use persistent cookies when we need to know who you are for more than one browsing session. For example, we use them to remember your preferences for the next time you visit.
  • "Web Beacons/Pixels" - Some of our web pages and emails may also contain small electronic images known as web beacons, clear GIFs or single-pixel GIFs. These images are placed on a web page or email and typically work in conjunction with cookies to collect data. We use these images to identify our users and user behavior, such as counting the number of users who have visited a web page or acted upon one of our email digests.

JD Supra Cookies. We place our own cookies on your computer to track certain information about you while you are using our Website and Services. For example, we place a session cookie on your computer each time you visit our Website. We use these cookies to allow you to log-in to your subscriber account. In addition, through these cookies we are able to collect information about how you use the Website, including what browser you may be using, your IP address, and the URL address you came from upon visiting our Website and the URL you next visit (even if those URLs are not on our Website). We also utilize email web beacons to monitor whether our emails are being delivered and read. We also use these tools to help deliver reader analytics to our authors to give them insight into their readership and help them to improve their content, so that it is most useful for our users.

Analytics/Performance Cookies. JD Supra also uses the following analytic tools to help us analyze the performance of our Website and Services as well as how visitors use our Website and Services:

  • HubSpot - For more information about HubSpot cookies, please visit legal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy.
  • New Relic - For more information on New Relic cookies, please visit www.newrelic.com/privacy.
  • Google Analytics - For more information on Google Analytics cookies, visit www.google.com/policies. To opt-out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites visit http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This will allow you to download and install a Google Analytics cookie-free web browser.

Facebook, Twitter and other Social Network Cookies. Our content pages allow you to share content appearing on our Website and Services to your social media accounts through the "Like," "Tweet," or similar buttons displayed on such pages. To accomplish this Service, we embed code that such third party social networks provide and that we do not control. These buttons know that you are logged in to your social network account and therefore such social networks could also know that you are viewing the JD Supra Website.

Controlling and Deleting Cookies

If you would like to change how a browser uses cookies, including blocking or deleting cookies from the JD Supra Website and Services you can do so by changing the settings in your web browser. To control cookies, most browsers allow you to either accept or reject all cookies, only accept certain types of cookies, or prompt you every time a site wishes to save a cookie. It's also easy to delete cookies that are already saved on your device by a browser.

The processes for controlling and deleting cookies vary depending on which browser you use. To find out how to do so with a particular browser, you can use your browser's "Help" function or alternatively, you can visit http://www.aboutcookies.org which explains, step-by-step, how to control and delete cookies in most browsers.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy and our Privacy Policy from time-to-time, particularly as technology changes. You can always check this page for the latest version. We may also notify you of changes to our privacy policy by email.

Contacting JD Supra

If you have any questions about how we use cookies and other tracking technologies, please contact us at: privacy@jdsupra.com.

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