Originally effective in New York City from May 15, 2017, the New York Freelance Isn’t Free Act will now expand its protections to freelance workers across the entire state, effective August 28, 2024. This updated legislation...more
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 safeguards the rights of individuals with disabilities, ensuring they are not discriminated against in daily life. This includes prohibiting state and local governments, as...more
With the Super Bowl coming up, it is important for brands looking to capitalize on football-themed promotions to remember that the terms “Super Bowl” and “Super Sunday” are registered trademarks guarded by the National...more
As you may be aware, the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) is a new federal law that requires most U.S.-based companies, including corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies, to report information...more
6/12/2023
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Beneficial Owner ,
Corporate Transparency Act ,
Duty to Update ,
Exemptions ,
Filing Deadlines ,
Financial Crimes ,
FinCEN ,
Penalties ,
Reporting Requirements ,
Tax Fraud
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently unveiled a new loan program for loans that are guaranteed by the USDA. These US government backed loans should encourage participating lenders to lend more funds —...more
With the Super Bowl coming up, it is important for brands looking to capitalize on football-themed promotions to remember that the terms “Super Bowl” and “Super Sunday” are registered trademarks guarded by the National...more
Here is what you need to know about the FDA's recent proposed rule on "healthy" labeling.
- On September 29, 2022, FDA proposed an amendment to the existing regulation (21 CFR § 101.65) on when “healthy” or similar terms...more
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge recently ruled that California Assembly Bill 979 violated the state’s constitution.
What is California Assembly Bill 979?...more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued guidance indicating that it will step up enforcement against websites that are not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)....more
Super Bowl -
With the Super Bowl coming up, it is important for brands looking to capitalize on football-themed promotions to remember that the terms “Super Bowl” and “Super Sunday” are registered trademarks guarded by...more
2/2/2022
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Brand ,
Fair Use ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Logos ,
Marketing ,
NFL ,
Olympics ,
Super Bowl ,
Trademark Infringement ,
Trademarks
With the Super Bowl coming up, it is important for brands looking to capitalize on football-themed promotions to remember that the terms “Super Bowl” and “Super Sunday” are registered trademarks guarded by the National...more
California Adopts Bill Allowing Athletes to Earn Money from Marketing Promotions or Endorsement Deals -
On Monday, September 30, 2019, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 206, the "Fair Pay to Play Act,"...more
10/14/2019
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Compensation ,
Endorsements ,
Governor Newsom ,
Name and Likeness ,
NCAA ,
New Legislation ,
Pay-To-Play ,
Sponsorship Agreements ,
Student Athletes ,
Universities
A recent case in federal district court in Florida foreshadows the beginning of an expanded reach of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As a whole, the Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of...more
8/31/2017
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Brick-and-Mortar Stores ,
Class Action ,
Department of Justice (DOJ) ,
Disability Discrimination ,
Public Accommodation ,
Risk Mitigation ,
Title III ,
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) ,
Website Accessibility ,
Websites