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When is governmental immunity waived by the acts of governmental officials? Ultra Vires Revisited

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Ultra Vires and Immunity - On June 3, 2022, the Texas Supreme Court issued two important opinions on the topic of waiver of governmental immunity based on the doctrine of ultra vires. In the first–Van Boven–the Court...more

CDF Labor Law LLP

Top Takeaways for Employers from the Andrew Cuomo Investigation Report

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Nearly six months after the New York Attorney General announced the commencement of an independent investigation of allegations of sexual harassment against Governor Andrew Cuomo, a bombshell, 168-page investigation report...more

Sherman & Howard L.L.C.

[Webinar] 2021 Construction Law Seminar - February 18th, 8:00 am - 10:00 am MST

Join Sherman & Howard for our annual Construction Law Seminar, featuring presentations on the latest legal developments facing the industry. This virtual seminar is ideal for general contractors, subcontractors, real estate...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

JLEC gives guidance that "all invited" does not mean "will not kick you out"

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The Joint Legislative Ethics Committee (JLEC) recently gave guidance that lobbyists and employers must “affirmatively invite” all members of the General Assembly or all members of the House or Senate to qualify as an “all...more

Allen Matkins

Happy Constitution & Citizenship Day!

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According to federal law, today is Constitution and Citizenship Day. Congress has helpfully codified the purpose of the day as follows...more

Sherman & Howard L.L.C.

News Now: Your One Minute Legal Insight (Embryos, Marijuana, TABOR, and More)

As always, there are a lot of topics to cover in this edition of News Now. Here are your highlights...more

Ruder Ware

The Next Step toward Open Government – Preserving Text Messages

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The Wisconsin Public Records Board is looking into the next step in preserving open government, which is how to save text messages and social media messages authored by local government officials. The Public Records Board...more

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Illinois General Assembly Takes Steps to Address Sexual Harassment in Government

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In the past several months, it often seems like the news brings daily revelations of a new individual in a position of power committing sexual harassment, or even sexual assault, against employees. Springfield is no stranger...more

Best Best & Krieger LLP

The Ethics Advisor: The Details Matter — Recusing Yourself Due to Conflict of Interest

Once, when I had put a lot of time and attention into arranging the particulars of social engagement, an old acquaintance called me a “detallista.” At the time, I think she may have meant it more as a slight than a...more

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FPPC Amends Regulations for Conflict of Interest Codes

The Political Reform Act requires all government agencies to adopt and circulate a Conflict of Interest Code showing which positions in the agency involve participation in governmental decision-making. It also must identify...more

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