Litigation & the Dispositive Motion

Litigation & the Dispositive Motion Litigation & the Dispositive Motion

Litigation in the United States is notoriously slow and expensive — at least that’s its reputation. ..
Regulators Pause Mental Health Parity Rules Enforcement Regulators Pause Mental Health Parity Rules Enforcement

Federal regulators recently indicated they will not enforce parts of the final regulations issued..
Brussels Regulatory Brief: April 2025 Brussels Regulatory Brief: April 2025

Antitrust and CompetitionEuropean and UK Antitrust Enforcers Impose Fines Over End-of-Life Vehicles ..
Part 2: Children and Location: Ferguson’s FTC Privacy Enforcement Priorities Part 2: Children and Location: Ferguson’s FTC Privacy Enforcement Priorities

While Andrew Ferguson advocates for a restrained regulatory approach at the FTC, his statements and ..
Europe: Ireland Agrees Mutual Recognition of Funds Framework With Hong Kong Europe: Ireland Agrees Mutual Recognition of Funds Framework With Hong Kong

The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) and the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC)..


Departments Press Pause on Final Mental Health Parity Regulations Departments Press Pause on Final Mental Health Parity Regulations

Yesterday, the Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services announced..
The BR International Trade Report: May 2025 The BR International Trade Report: May 2025

Recent DevelopmentsVarious trade deals in the air.U.S.-China trade deal: Washington and Beijing..
Wrongful Termination Lawyer Chicago, IL - Martoccio Law Group - (888) 415-7670 Wrongful Termination Lawyer Chicago, IL - Martoccio Law Group - (888) 415-7670

Wrongful Termination Lawyer Chicago, IL Clients in the Chicago, Cicero, Oak Park, Berwyn, Forest..
Wrongful Termination Lawyer Scottsdale, AZ - Martoccio Law Group - (888) 415-7670 Wrongful Termination Lawyer Scottsdale, AZ - Martoccio Law Group - (888) 415-7670

Wrongful Termination Lawyer Scottsdale, AZ Clients in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix,..
Can You Sue for Wrongful Termination in Illinois? Can You Sue for Wrongful Termination in Illinois?

Losing a job can be challenging, especially if you believe your termination was unfair or unlawful. ..
Generative AI Training May Not Qualify for the Fair Use Defense Generative AI Training May Not Qualify for the Fair Use Defense

Last week, the Copyright Office released the third and final part of its report exploring..
CFPB Withdraws Dozens of Guidance Documents as Part of Deregulatory Push CFPB Withdraws Dozens of Guidance Documents as Part of Deregulatory Push

On May 12, the CFPB formally withdrew nearly 70 guidance materials—including policy statements,..
OMB Approves Proposed 2024 EEO-1 Instruction Booklet—Filing Site Expected to Open Soon OMB Approves Proposed 2024 EEO-1 Instruction Booklet—Filing Site Expected to Open Soon

On May 12, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approved the 2024 EEO-1 Instruction..
Mississippi Gaming Commission Meeting Report May 2025 Mississippi Gaming Commission Meeting Report May 2025

The Mississippi Gaming Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at..
DOJ Criminal Division Updates (Part 2): Department of Justice Updates its Corporate Criminal.. DOJ Criminal Division Updates (Part 2): Department of Justice Updates its Corporate Criminal..

On August 1, 2024, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Criminal Division launched a three-year..
Employees Hiding Use of AI Tools at Work Employees Hiding Use of AI Tools at Work

A new study by Ivanti illustrates that one out of three workers secretly use artificial..
Foley Automotive Update- 15 May 2025 Foley Automotive Update- 15 May 2025

Trump Administration and Tariff PoliciesThe U.S. lowered thebase level ofduties on most Chinese..
China’s National Intellectual Property Administration Releases Guidelines for the Construction and.. China’s National Intellectual Property Administration Releases Guidelines for the Construction and..

On May 13, 2025, China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) in conjunction with..
California Privacy Protection Agency Releases Updated Regulations: What’s Next? California Privacy Protection Agency Releases Updated Regulations: What’s Next?

This month, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board discussed updates to the..
Todd Snyder Fined for Technical CCPA Violations Todd Snyder Fined for Technical CCPA Violations

The California Consumer Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board issued a stipulated final..
Drug Pricing: Trump Signs “Most Favored Nation” Executive Order Drug Pricing: Trump Signs “Most Favored Nation” Executive Order

On May 12, 2025, President Trump signed the second drug pricing-related Executive Order (EO) of his ..
No Article III Appellate Standing Under the Sun No Article III Appellate Standing Under the Sun

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit dismissed Incyte’s appeal of a Patent Trial &..
UK Government Publishes New Software and Cyber Security Codes of Practice UK Government Publishes New Software and Cyber Security Codes of Practice

As cyber security continues to make be headline news it is timely that on 7 May 2025 the UK..
Clickbait: Actual Scope (Not Intended Scope) Determines Broadening Reissue Analysis Clickbait: Actual Scope (Not Intended Scope) Determines Broadening Reissue Analysis

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed the Patent Trial & Appeal Board’s..
Designated Informative: PTO Director Declines IPR Institution Following District Court § 101.. Designated Informative: PTO Director Declines IPR Institution Following District Court § 101..

The US Patent & Trademark Office (PTO) designated a recent Director Review decision as informative, ..
No Protectable Code: No Literal or Nonliteral Copying No Protectable Code: No Literal or Nonliteral Copying

The US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed a district court’s ruling that a plaintiff..
FDA Releases 2023 CORE Annual Report FDA Releases 2023 CORE Annual Report

Yesterday FDA’s Coordinated Outbreak Response & Evaluation (CORE) Network announced the release its ..
U.S. State PFAS Initiatives — A Conversation with Richard E. Engler, Ph.D. and Carla N. Hutton.. U.S. State PFAS Initiatives — A Conversation with Richard E. Engler, Ph.D. and Carla N. Hutton..

This week, I discuss with my colleagues, Carla N. Hutton, Senior Regulatory Analyst for B&C, and Dr...
DOL Shelves Independent Contractor Rule DOL Shelves Independent Contractor Rule

On May 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (Division) issued Field ..
Oregon Suit Muddies Crypto Regulatory Landscape Oregon Suit Muddies Crypto Regulatory Landscape

On April 18, 2025, the State of Oregon brought a civil enforcement action against Coinbase Global,..
More Good News for Housing Production: Mass. Appeals Court Rules Legislative Permit Extensions.. More Good News for Housing Production: Mass. Appeals Court Rules Legislative Permit Extensions..

Last week, in an important decision for land-use and development lawyers, the Massachusetts Appeals ..
New York State Bill Would Ban Employer Inquiries About Salary Expectations New York State Bill Would Ban Employer Inquiries About Salary Expectations

A bill in the New York State Legislature would prevent employers from questioning job seekers about ..
UK Data (Use and Access) Bill Status Update UK Data (Use and Access) Bill Status Update

As the draft UK Data (Use and Access) Bill (the “DUA Bill”) reaches its final stages, the House of..
This Week in 340B: May 6 – 12, 2025 This Week in 340B: May 6 – 12, 2025

Find this week’s updates on 340B litigation to help you stay in the know on how 340B cases are..
FAQ: Employee Stock Ownership Plans (“ESOPs”) in the Cannabis Industry FAQ: Employee Stock Ownership Plans (“ESOPs”) in the Cannabis Industry

How long have ESOPs been around? The first ESOP was established in 1956 by Louis Kelso for..
NC Legislature Considers Comprehensive Hemp Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know NC Legislature Considers Comprehensive Hemp Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know

Three significant bills, Senate Bill 535Senate Bill 265, and House Bill 607, have been introduced..
New Executive Order and Proposed Legislation on Reporting Foreign Gifts and Contracts in Higher.. New Executive Order and Proposed Legislation on Reporting Foreign Gifts and Contracts in Higher..

On April 23, 2025, the Administration issued an Executive Order entitled “Transparency Regarding..
The Crucial Role of Lawyers in Civil Cases in Hampden County, Massachusetts The Crucial Role of Lawyers in Civil Cases in Hampden County, Massachusetts

In Hampden County, Massachusetts, lawyers play a vital role in representing their clients and..
Exploring Pro Bono Lawyers in Hampden County, Massachusetts Exploring Pro Bono Lawyers in Hampden County, Massachusetts

Learn about the different organizations and law firms that offer pro bono legal services in Hampden ..
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