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Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi LLP

Subpoena Compliance 101: LFLM’s Subpoena Response Protocols and Guidance

There continues to be a steady increase in subpoenas seeking claims files and human resources or personnel files from applicant’s counsel. Receiving and responding to subpoenas can be burdensome and costly, especially for...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

IRS Levy Allowed on Classic Italian Cello to Satisfy Outstanding Estate Tax Liabilities

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United States v. Firestone - In United States v. Firestone, the United States (Government or U.S.) sought to enforce a judgment against Defendant Omar Firestone (Omar) for outstanding tax liabilities related to the Estate of...more

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What Is A Business Records Affidavit?

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Business records can be vital to divorce or family law matters. Business records can become important in various ways. Business records could comprise of many types: employment, medical, school, investment, retirement,...more

Troutman Pepper

Pro Hac Vice, Ye Be Warned: A Cautionary Tale to Out-of-State Attorneys and Their Local Counsel

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On August 23, Judge Rebecca Beach Smith issued a notable decision that serves as a stern warning to out-of-state counsel seeking to practice in the Eastern District — and, perhaps more so, to the local counsel who choose to...more

Lathrop GPM

Kansas Federal Court Quashes Deposition of Franchisee’s General Counsel

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A federal court in Kansas recently granted Defendant Sandvik Mining and Construction’s motion to quash a deposition subpoena of its in-house counsel. Roadbuilders Machinery and Supply Co., Inc. v. Sandvik Mining and...more

Oberheiden P.C.

Four Tips for Responding to a Civil Investigative Demand Under the False Claims Act

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Before filing a criminal or civil action under the False Claims Act, or FCA (31 U.S.C. § 3729), the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) can start with a civil investigative demand or CID. Similar to subpoenas, Civil...more

Goldberg Segalla

Court Grants Plaintiffs Opportunity to Identify Brake Brand before Ruling on Motion to Quash

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Court: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles - Plaintiffs Samson Bareh and Gen Bareh filed this matter, alleging Samson developed mesothelioma from exposure to asbestos. Defendant Aftermarket Auto Parts...more

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Defendant’s motion to quash plaintiff’s requests for admission of fact in maritime case granted

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Court:  United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana - In January 2019, Harry F. Marsh filed an action in Louisiana State Court alleging asbestos exposure while aboard various merchant marine...more

Oberheiden P.C.

3 Ways to Respond to a DOJ Civil Investigative Demand (CID)

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A civil investigative demand, or CID, is a powerful law enforcement tool that federal agencies such as the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) can use during the early stages of investigations into potential antitrust...more

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Federal Grand Jury Indictment Defense Strategies

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Federal criminal cases can broadly be divided into four phases: (i) the government’s investigation, (ii) grand jury proceedings, (iii) pretrial practice, and (iv) trial. The empanelment of a grand jury is a critical juncture,...more

Proskauer - New Media & Technology

Unmasking Anonymous Copyright Infringers: Where the DMCA, First Amendment, and Fair Use Meet

Can internet service providers necessarily be compelled to unmask anonymous copyright infringers? In an opinion touching on Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) subpoenas, First Amendment concerns, and fair use, the...more

Oberheiden P.C.

Civil Investigative Demand Defense Strategies

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Civil investigative demands (CIDs) are powerful investigative tools that federal agencies use to gather information in support of a broad range of charges. Identifying the federal agencies that issued a civil investigative...more

Freeman Law

No Right to Intervene?—IRS Third-Party Summonses

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Third-party summonses. Taxpayers, individuals, and companies, alike, should be aware of the Internal Revenue Service’s (“IRS”) power to issue third-party summonses. Even more, interested parties should note that only parties...more

Oberheiden P.C.

10 Steps to Take if You Receive a Federal Grand Jury Subpoena - and 5 to Avoid

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Receiving a federal grand jury subpoena is a serious matter. Whether you are the target of a federal investigation or prosecutors believe you have information they can use to pursue charges against another person or company,...more

Smart & Biggar

Federal Court of Appeal finds summary trial appropriate, upholds dismissal of ViiV’s action for patent infringement re: Gilead’s...

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Update: On September 15, 2021, ViiV applied to the Supreme Court of Canada for leave to appeal (Docket No. 39823). The Federal Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal by ViiV from a decision of the Federal Court granting...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Quashed: Delaware Supreme Court affirms decision quashing subpoena in AT&T unclaimed property audit

On June 1, 2021, the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancery’s decision to quash an administrative subpoena seeking extensive records in an unclaimed property audit of AT&T. The Delaware Department of Finance...more

Oberheiden P.C.

Served with an FBI Subpoena? Here are 10 Questions You Need to Answer Now

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As the nation’s chief domestic investigative agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has substantial authority to collect information through a variety of different means. This includes utilizing subpoenas to compel...more

Carlton Fields

District Court Transfers Consideration of Motion to Quash Pursuant to Rule 45(f)

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An Ohio district court invoked Rule 45(f) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in response to a motion to quash by the Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI). The subpoena was issued in connection with a reinsurance-related...more

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Seventh Circuit Adds to Circuit Split, Holds Section 1782 Does Not Authorize Federal Courts to Compel Discovery for Use in Private...

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On a question of first impression in the Seventh Circuit regarding whether U.S. law allows federal courts to compel discovery for use in a private foreign arbitration, the Seventh Circuit joins the Second and Fifth Circuits...more

Patton Sullivan Brodehl LLP

Where Can a Wronged Deed of Trust Investor Sue?

When any real estate investment deal goes badly and ends in litigation, there are many reasons why a potential plaintiff may prefer one forum versus another, including the location of witnesses and documents, location of...more

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

California Supreme Court Provides Seven-Factor Test for Motions to Quash Criminal Subpoenas

On August 13, 2020, the Supreme Court of California issued its decision in Facebook, Inc. v. Superior Court (Lance Touchstone), S245203, which examines the enforceability of third-party subpoenas issued by criminal defendants...more

Smart & Biggar

2020 Mid-Year Highlights in Canadian Life Sciences IP and Regulatory Law

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In the first half of 2020, Rx IP Update reported on a number of developments in Canadian life sciences IP and regulatory law. We review the following top developments...more

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Arbitration Subpoenas: Jurisdiction and Venue Basics for Enforcement Made Simpler

The statutory mechanism for judicial enforcement of an arbitration “subpoena” – in actuality, an arbitrator’s summons to give evidence -- is simply by petition to “the United States District Court for the district for which...more

ArentFox Schiff

Fourth Circuit Court Allows Section 1782 Fact-Finding in a Private International Arbitration

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Last week, in Servotronics, Inc. v. Boeing Co., the Fourth Circuit became the latest United States Court of Appeals to allow Section 1782 discovery for use in private international arbitrations. Section 1782 is a powerful...more

Allen Matkins

In This Case, The First Filed Case Was Last

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In 2014, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, a Delaware corporation, spun off Halyard Health, Inc., a Delaware corporation, pursuant to a distribution agreement. The distribution agreement required Halyard to indemnify Kimberly-Clark...more

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