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Rebecca Arrington

FinCEN Increases Civil Penalties Under the CTA

Last week, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a final rule modifying specific maximum civil penalties within its jurisdiction. These increases are routine changes to improve the effectiveness of civil…more

Civil Monetary Penalty, Compliance, Corporate Transparency Act, Enforcement, FinCEN

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Justin Barry

August Dealmaker Digest: Navigating Multifamily Investments With Expert Insights and Market Trends

As the multifamily sector continues to navigate turbulent waters, our commercial real estate group works hard to stay informed about both market trends and the legal implications that accompany them. In August, we have been…more

Apartments, Housing Market, Interest Rates, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Investments

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Sydney Brogden

Recap of the Georgia Brownfield Association’s Annual Seminar, Brian Remler, Sydney Brogden

The Georgia Brownfield Association (GBA) held its 10th annual Brownfield Seminar on April 9th, bringing together leaders from the legal, engineering, and government sectors who share an interest in furthering the redevelopment…more

Brownfield Properties, Contaminated Properties, Georgia, Hazardous Substances, Land Developers

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Ryan Burke

Insurer Must Defend Hotel from Allegations of Sex Trafficking, Northern District of Georgia Rules

In a recent opinion, the District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has ordered an insurer to defend an insured hotel from allegations that it negligently or intentionally permitted a minor to be trafficked for sex on…more

Denial of Insurance Coverage, Duty to Defend, Georgia, Hotels, Insurance Industry

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Meredith Caiafa

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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Kelly Carlson

The Final Rule Codifying CMMC 2.0 is Here

The final rule codifying CMMC 2.0, known as the 32 CFR Programmatic Rule, has been released and will be published to the Federal Register on October 15, 2024. The rule is effective 60 days after publication…more

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Defense Contracts, Defense Sector

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Kelli Church

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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Jennifer Cote

Voluntary Reporting for a Mandatory Database: DOL’s New Approach for the SECURE Act 2.0 Retirement Savings Lost and Found

On April 15, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a Notice of Proposed Information Request (the “Notice”), outlining its plan to create the Retirement Savings Lost and Found required by SECURE Act 2.0. Although currently…more

Beneficiaries, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits

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Edmund Emerson III

Voluntary Reporting for a Mandatory Database: DOL’s New Approach for the SECURE Act 2.0 Retirement Savings Lost and Found

On April 15, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a Notice of Proposed Information Request (the “Notice”), outlining its plan to create the Retirement Savings Lost and Found required by SECURE Act 2.0. Although currently…more

Beneficiaries, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits

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William Gaskins Jr.

Hedge Fund Pitch Deck is an "Advertisement" under the Advisers Act Marketing Rule

Recently, the SEC settled another administrative proceeding under the Advisers Act's Marketing Rule. This time, the SEC focused on advertisements that a hedge fund sponsor made to prospective investors. The hedge fund's strategy…more

Advertising, Hedge Funds, Investment Adviser, Investors, Marketing

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Ryan Gorman

Voluntary Reporting for a Mandatory Database: DOL’s New Approach for the SECURE Act 2.0 Retirement Savings Lost and Found

On April 15, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a Notice of Proposed Information Request (the “Notice”), outlining its plan to create the Retirement Savings Lost and Found required by SECURE Act 2.0. Although currently…more

Beneficiaries, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits

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K. Tate Gray

AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework

The US Department of Labor's (DOL) Office of Disability Employment Policy announced the publication of the AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework. The framework, published by the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology…more

Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Department of Labor (DOL), Discrimination, Hiring & Firing

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John Green

Unveiling The Pitfalls: The Real Risks Of Using RealPage

Over the last decade, apartment owners and managers have increasingly used algorithm-based software to set rents. This practice and its practitioners are now under scrutiny as many owners and operators are being investigated and…more

Algorithms, Class Action, Data Privacy, Government Investigations, Housing Market

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Roy Hadley Jr.

Navigating AI Risks: A Guide for Board Members

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its rapid evolution, its impact on the corporate landscape is becoming increasingly profound. For boards of directors, the rise of AI presents a unique blend of opportunities and…more

Artificial Intelligence, Board Members, Compliance, Copyright, Corporate Governance

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Charles Hicks

Fostering LGBTQ Inclusivity in Rental Agreements: A Guide for Landlords

In recent years, the LGBTQ community has made significant strides towards equality and acceptance. However, despite these advancements, discrimination remains a harsh reality for many individuals, particularly in the realm of…more

Diversity and Inclusion Standards (D&I), Fair Housing Act (FHA), Housing Discrimination, Landlords, LGBTQ

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JD Howard

Coming Back Around on Adaptive Reuse

As MMM's construction group discussed back in August of 2023, converting an office building into a multifamily residence is an intriguing concept but "not quite the silver bullet that will solve all the issues with both the…more

Commercial Property Owners, Conversion, Georgia, Housing Market, Office Space

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Ashton King

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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C. Kelly Kroll

The Race to Full Implementation Continues: CMMC 2.0 Gains Even More Traction

As the presidential race rages on, so too does the race to fully implement the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 program. The CMMC 2.0 program impacts Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors and…more

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Defense Sector

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Lili Martin-Mashburn

FinCEN Releases Additional CTA Guidance for Disregarded Entities

In a new round of FAQ, FinCEN shed light on how entities that are disregarded from their owners for Federal income tax purposes should handle tax identification numbers (TINs) under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)…more

Beneficial Owner, Business Entities, Corporate Transparency Act, Employer Identification Number (EIN), FinCEN

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Meredith McClure Barrett

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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Stephen McCullers

EPA and Corps Guidance Expands Clean Water Act Jurisdiction Over Wetlands Beyond the Supreme Court's Sackett Decision

In the decision Sackett v. EPA, the U.S. Supreme Court provided a clear statement regarding what wetlands are subject to regulation under the Clean Water Act, holding that the Clean Water Act “extends to only those wetlands that…more

Clean Water Act, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Sackett v EPA, SCOTUS, US Army Corps of Engineers

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Nathan Miles

Insurer Must Defend Hotel from Allegations of Sex Trafficking, Northern District of Georgia Rules

In a recent opinion, the District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has ordered an insurer to defend an insured hotel from allegations that it negligently or intentionally permitted a minor to be trafficked for sex on…more

Denial of Insurance Coverage, Duty to Defend, Georgia, Hotels, Insurance Industry

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Colby Nelson

Coming Back Around on Adaptive Reuse

As MMM's construction group discussed back in August of 2023, converting an office building into a multifamily residence is an intriguing concept but "not quite the silver bullet that will solve all the issues with both the…more

Commercial Property Owners, Conversion, Georgia, Housing Market, Office Space

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Luke Owens

August Dealmaker Digest: Navigating Multifamily Investments With Expert Insights and Market Trends

As the multifamily sector continues to navigate turbulent waters, our commercial real estate group works hard to stay informed about both market trends and the legal implications that accompany them. In August, we have been…more

Apartments, Housing Market, Interest Rates, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Investments

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Olivia Pounds

Unveiling The Pitfalls: The Real Risks Of Using RealPage

Over the last decade, apartment owners and managers have increasingly used algorithm-based software to set rents. This practice and its practitioners are now under scrutiny as many owners and operators are being investigated and…more

Algorithms, Class Action, Data Privacy, Government Investigations, Housing Market

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Brian Remler

Recap of the Georgia Brownfield Association’s Annual Seminar, Brian Remler, Sydney Brogden

The Georgia Brownfield Association (GBA) held its 10th annual Brownfield Seminar on April 9th, bringing together leaders from the legal, engineering, and government sectors who share an interest in furthering the redevelopment…more

Brownfield Properties, Contaminated Properties, Georgia, Hazardous Substances, Land Developers

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Bruce Smith

Coming Back Around on Adaptive Reuse

As MMM's construction group discussed back in August of 2023, converting an office building into a multifamily residence is an intriguing concept but "not quite the silver bullet that will solve all the issues with both the…more

Commercial Property Owners, Conversion, Georgia, Housing Market, Office Space

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Mary Claire Smith

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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Seslee Smith

Insurer Must Defend Hotel from Allegations of Sex Trafficking, Northern District of Georgia Rules

In a recent opinion, the District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has ordered an insurer to defend an insured hotel from allegations that it negligently or intentionally permitted a minor to be trafficked for sex on…more

Denial of Insurance Coverage, Duty to Defend, Georgia, Hotels, Insurance Industry

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Adam Snyder

Voluntary Reporting for a Mandatory Database: DOL’s New Approach for the SECURE Act 2.0 Retirement Savings Lost and Found

On April 15, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a Notice of Proposed Information Request (the “Notice”), outlining its plan to create the Retirement Savings Lost and Found required by SECURE Act 2.0. Although currently…more

Beneficiaries, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits

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Matthew Sours

Unveiling The Pitfalls: The Real Risks Of Using RealPage

Over the last decade, apartment owners and managers have increasingly used algorithm-based software to set rents. This practice and its practitioners are now under scrutiny as many owners and operators are being investigated and…more

Algorithms, Class Action, Data Privacy, Government Investigations, Housing Market

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Ellenor Stone

FTC Issues Ban On Non-Compete Agreements: What To Know And What To Do Now

FTC Bans Non-Competes - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to issue a final rule banning non-competes nationwide for all workers and requiring employers to notify workers that they will not enforce them. Existing…more

Competition, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements

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William Stone III

DOJ Settles Conservation Easement Case

The Department of Justice has reached a settlement in Townley, a case concerning a $43 million conservation easement deduction. Earlier this year, I wrote an article highlighting a case in which, by most measures, the IRS should…more

Conservation Easements, Department of Justice (DOJ), IRS, Settlement

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Barclay Taylor

IRS Provides Two-Year Window to Appeal ERC Denials

Tens of thousands of businesses have received letters from the IRS denying their Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims. The IRS is in the process of sending many more ERC denial letters. Previously, the IRS only allowed 30 days…more

Eligibility, Employee Retention, IRS, Tax Appeals, Tax Credits

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Adam Thompson

Could your patent be invalid if your attorney uses AI in the drafting process?

The Federal Circuit held in Thaler v. Vidal that an “inventor” must be a human. During the patent drafting process, the human inventors meet with the patent attorney to describe the invention. In this meeting, the patent…more

Artificial Intelligence, Innovative Technology, Intellectual Property Protection, Inventions, Inventors

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Scott Wagner

Voluntary Reporting for a Mandatory Database: DOL’s New Approach for the SECURE Act 2.0 Retirement Savings Lost and Found

On April 15, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a Notice of Proposed Information Request (the “Notice”), outlining its plan to create the Retirement Savings Lost and Found required by SECURE Act 2.0. Although currently…more

Beneficiaries, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits

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Daniel Weede

Was NAIOP's Industrial Demand Forecast Too Pessimistic?

Last week, NAIOP released its Q1 Industrial Demand Forecast. It predicts the “market for industrial real estate faces headwinds from a large volume of project completions, and a slowing economy” and “supply and demand should…more

Commercial Real Estate Market, Construction Project, Economic Growth, Federal Reserve, Industrial Space

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