On March 28, 2025, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit temporarily stayed a prior order by Judge Beryl Howell of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia reinstating National… more
The order is in, and the LDT Final Rule is out. In May 2024, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (“FDA” or the “Agency”) published its Final Rule establishing its regulatory framework over laboratory developed tests (“LDTs”) as… more
CEOs are the leaders of organisations. They occupy the highest positions in companies. But what are they exposed to beyond meeting the challenges of their business? Jorge Toyama Miyagusuku from our Peruvian firm, Vinatea & Toyama, sets… more
Everything changed on April 4, 2011, when the Department of Education released the Dear Colleague Letter (DCL). I was the Director of the Office of Institutional Equity at the University of Arizona for this watershed moment in Title IX… more
The City of Leesburg has experienced significant growth over the past few years and has reported that over 30,000 single-family residential lots have been approved and remain undeveloped. In response, a draft moratorium is being… more
The Competition Bureau recently updated its Enforcement Guidelines for “Made in Canada” and “Product of Canada” claims, clarifying its approach to non-food products and highlighting new opportunities for private enforcement beginning… more
As previously reported, in April 2024, New York’s Social Services Law was amended to include a substantial change to the state’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPA Program), a Medicaid-funded program allowing… more
COMPETITION - Commission clears acquisition of SURU by GROHE and VKB (M.11897) - Midday Express..… more
On February 3, 2025, in In re Shanda Games Limited Securities Litigation, a divided panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, allowed a putative investor class to proceed with securities fraud claims under Section… more
Starting July 1, 2025, covered retail employers operating in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County will be required to comply with a new Fair Workweek Ordinance. The Ordinance imposes significant scheduling, notice, and… more
At the end of March, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed SB 1218, which amends Virginia’s non-compete ban for “low-wage” workers (the “Act”) to include non-exempt employees under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (the “FLSA”)… more
Buy-sell agreements are essential estate and succession planning tools for many family businesses and other closely held companies. These agreements, among other things, ensure that the business stays within the family or other… more
March is a month dedicated to a number of social issues relating to diversity, inclusion and human rights. They include International Women’s Day, Black History Month and Zero Discrimination Day: all of which are moments to recognise… more
On March 26, 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced new interim procedures for handling discretionary denials of post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). These changes are… more
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) has issued an interim final rule that would exempt U.S. companies and U.S. persons from reporting their beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) as part of the Corporate Transparency… more
They say March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, but “they” have never been in the Georgia State Capitol in the run-up to adjournment Sine Die. Monday morning’s meeting of the standing Senate Rules Committee was a case in… more
I had the incredible opportunity to attend the first-ever ATIXA and NABITA joint Winter Symposium in Henderson, NV. It was an inspiring gathering where Title IX, behavioral intervention, and threat assessment professionals came… more
Introducing the inaugural installment of my “One Big Thought” series - a weekly exploration into ideas that matter. In this first series of posts, I delve into "Charting a Human-Centered Future in the Age of Artificial Intelligence:… more
Businesses offering subscriptions or other ongoing services continue to face a growing, and increasingly complex, patchwork of state auto-renewal laws (ARLs). 2025 brings a fresh wave of developments across the states. In addition to… more
4 key takeaways from the Trump Administration’s first 70 days - Welcome to IMpact: Investment Management News. In this regular bulletin, DLA Piper lawyers share their insights on key developments that are impacting the investment… more
On March 4, 2025, the New York Senate passed Senate Bill S372 (the “No Severance Ultimatums Act” or “S372”)… more
On March 28, 2025, the Houston Housing Authority (“HHA”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after learning hackers had carried out a ransomware attack against the organization. In this notice, HHA explains… more
On March 3, 2025, the staff of the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance announced that it is expanding the accommodations available for issuers that submit draft registration statements for nonpublic review… more
On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released two “technical assistance” documents clarifying the Trump Administration’s position on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Unlike… more
On January 21, 2025, the International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. (ISDA) published version 2.0 of the 2002 Equity Derivatives Definitions (Versionable Edition) (Equity Definitions VE). The updated version includes a number… more
The Crime and Policing Bill 2025, published by the UK Government on February 25, 2025, proposes extending the new ‘senior manager’ test of corporate criminal attribution to all criminal offences, not just economic crime offences… more
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set out its commitment to “become a smarter regulator” – one that is predictable, purposeful and proportionate. This may have been well received by firms, especially since, tonally at least… more
In litigation challenging unclaimed property examination findings, the Michigan Supreme Court took a first step towards curtailing the seemingly never-ending examination process, but left open an opportunity for the State to argue on… more
The boundary between medicinal products and medical devices remains a recurring issue for companies developing or marketing borderline products and courts, which has already been the subject of numerous decisions. Recently, the Court… more
Barring a last-minute reprieve, the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) new rules regarding how consumers can revoke their consent under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) will go into effect on April 11, 2025… more
On March 17, 2025, the government published a policy paper with an Action Plan for regulation and regulators, outlining how it intends to reform the UK's regulatory system to support growth and innovation. The Action Plan covers… more
On March 14, 2025, CDHA Management, LLC and Spark DSO, LLC dba Chord Specialty Dental Partners (“Chord”) filed a notice of data breach with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights after discovering… more
On February 12, 2025, the Division of Corporation Finance (Staff) of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released new guidance regarding shareholder proposals submitted pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act… more
In Conesys, Inc., et al. v. Palomar Excess and Surplus Ins. Co. a policyholder filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract and bad faith, among others, based on an insurer's application of an “Extortion Threat Sublimit Endorsement” to… more
Welcome to your weekly update from the A&O Shearman Pensions team, covering all the latest legal and regulatory developments in the world of workplace pensions. Finance Act 2025 receives royal assent - The Finance Act 2025 has… more
1. Types of Business Entities - 1.1 Description of the types of entities available in each jurisdiction through which to conduct business --- Business entities available for doing business in Japan - 1.1.1 Introduction… more
On 28 March 2025, the Australian Government (the Government) published its draft Determination providing the beginnings of detail about the acquisitions that are the subject of mandatory notification, some of the exceptions to… more
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently updated Compliance and Disclosure Interpretations (C&DIs) regarding lock-up agreements and tender offers, offering notable clarifications for corporations considering these… more
On February 27, 2025, by a vote of 52 to 0, the Georgia Senate passed Senate Bill 69, titled “Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act.”… more
The Securities and Exchange Commission ends its defense of climate-related disclosure requirements for public companies. On March 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted final rules imposing new climate-related… more
Human Health and Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has instructed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revisit and consider rulemaking regarding its Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) notification and clearance… more
AGG’s Restructuring Roundup newsletter is a monthly update of legal issues and news affecting or related to commercial litigation and bankruptcy. The newsletter is a curation of published articles and news, and contains original… more
On April 1, 2025, Ciuni & Panichi, Inc. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party had gained access to confidential information in the company’s possession. In this… more
In Andersen v. Stability AI Ltd., 2025 WL 870358 (N.D. Cal. Mar. 19, 2025), the court resolved a dispute over an ESI Protocol. The starting point was a Standing Order that, absent good cause, parties “shall use” one of the court’s… more
As we have reported, President Trump’s Executive Orders 14151 and 14173 targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) programs (the “DEI Orders”) have resulted in considerable legal activity addressing the constitutionality of the… more
The healthcare industry has come up against unprecedented pressure in recent years. Digital transformation has had a significant role to play when it comes to creating the efficiency needed to deal with the challenges of a global… more
Government procurement fraud is pervasive. The vast majority of government procurement fraud goes undetected, and federal agencies rely heavily on whistleblowers to help them determine when scrutiny is warranted. Blowing the whistle on… more
Welcome to this edition of the FP Snapshot on the Manufacturing Industry, where we take a quick snapshot look at a recent significant workplace law development with an emphasis on how it impacts employers in the Manufacturing sector… more
A federal district court in Tennessee granted a motion for a default judgment in the franchisor’s favor against its former franchisee requiring the franchisee to pay damages and comply with the post-termination obligations under the… more
A surprising series of recent events in Austin revealed the struggle that Texas lawmakers are having in deciding how – and whether – to regulate the growing use of artificial intelligence in the workplace and elsewhere. While it… more
The trend of RSU (Restricted Stock Units) participation in secondary markets is transforming how private tech companies manage employee equity. As companies remain private for longer, the need for employee liquidity options grows… more
Claims relating to statements about artificial intelligence (“AI”) have rapidly become a focal point in securities litigation. Similar to the past surge of “greenwashing” claims tied to climate change disclosures, in 2024 we witnessed… more
After 15 years without significant revisions, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) is proposing an overhaul of its recycling rules. The proposed regulations, which ADEM released for public notice and comment on… more
A New York federal judge has tossed several school district lawsuits seeking to void a state law banning the use of Native American team mascots and names, throwing out individual board members’ free speech claims but saying they can… more
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a feedback statement on immediate areas for action and further plans for reviewing FCA requirements following introduction of the Consumer Duty. It follows the FCA's call for input to… more
On March 21, 2025, ahead of a consultation and call for evidence on the EU’s Digital Fairness Act, the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network highlighted the pressing need for improved consumer protection in the European Union… more
On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released joint “technical assistance documents” (a one-page document titled “What To Do if You Experience… more
In re: Riggs, Appeal No. 2022-1945 (Fed. Cir. Mar. 24, 2025) Our Case of the Week explores the power of an examiner to request a rehearing after the Board has entered a decision on an application. The case also relates to… more
