The Washington Supreme Court has just handed down a decision significantly expanding the scope of its anti-spam law to now cover a wide array of false advertising claims relating specifically to commercial emails. The case,…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Communications & Media Law, Consumer Protection
Spring has sprung. Unfortunately, for many employers, however, the new season is not marked by its characteristic hope and promise. Employers have been hit hard by decreased revenues, funding cuts, and increased costs…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced an interim final rule, which was officially published in the Federal Register on March 26, 2025, removing the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S…
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/ Administrative Law, Business Organizations, Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, International Law & Trade
California shoppers might be getting more than just a receipt at checkout — they may also be exposed to a toxic chemical, according to Proposition 65 (“Prop. 65”) enforcer Center for Environmental Health (CEH) represented by…
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/ Consumer Protection, Environmental Law, Toxic Torts
The 18-month clock is now ticking for businesses to comply with California’s Senate Bill (SB) 343, also known as the “Truth in Recycling” law, which addresses permissible recyclable claims. In 2021, California passed SB 343,…
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/ Administrative Law, Consumer Protection, Environmental Law
Across the country, states are enacting so called “Extended Producer Responsibility” (EPR) laws aimed at reducing plastic waste and shifting the cost of recycling these plastics from the consumer back to the producer. This is…
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/ Administrative Law, Commercial Law & Contracts, Environmental Law
This presentation will cover essential aspects of QSBS eligibility, the tax benefits available under Section 1202, and practical approaches for maximizing exclusions on capital gains. This session will include recent updates,…
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/ Business Organizations, Finance & Banking, Securities Law, Taxation
Join us for an engaging discussion on the implications of the end of Chevron deference. We will explore how this shift affects the dynamic between courts and agencies in interpreting statutes. Gain insights into the future of…
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/ Administrative Law
Join us for an insightful session on the most pressing legal developments affecting the entertainment industry today. This presentation will cover key updates in copyright and trademark law, the impact of artificial…
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/ Art, Entertainment, & Sports Law, Communications & Media Law, Intellectual Property
This one-hour CLE session focuses on defending against false advertising and trademark claims, providing practical strategies for brand owners facing allegations of misleading advertising or trademark infringement. The…
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/ Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Communications & Media Law, Consumer Protection, Intellectual Property
In this CLE presentation, we’ll delve into the evolving landscape of data privacy claims, with a focus on the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). These laws are increasingly…
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/ Consumer Protection, Privacy
UPDATE as of 3/4/25: As of February 18, 2025, all nationwide injunctions barring the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) had been lifted. For approximately ten days, the CTA mandatory beneficial ownership…
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/ Administrative Law, Business Organizations, Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law
On February 14, 2025, the California State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) issued a compliance guidance letter for industrial facilities subject to the Statewide Industrial Stormwater General Permit (IGP) and…
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/ Administrative Law, Environmental Law, Toxic Torts
UPDATE as of 2/20/25: The on-again, off-again Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) mandatory beneficial ownership reporting is now back in effect. On February 18, 2025, the Texas federal district court in Smith v. United…
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/ Administrative Law, Business Organizations, Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law
Corporate & Tax Partner Michael Wiener shared his expertise on how businesses, CFOs, and financial professionals are adapting to the evolving economic landscape and shifting tax strategies with the Los Angeles Business Journal…
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/ Business Organizations, Finance & Banking, Taxation
