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Understanding the New E.U. Forced Labor Law: the Next Phase in Corporate Supply Chain Due Diligence

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On April 23, 2024, the European Parliament adopted, by an overwhelming 555-6 majority, a landmark law that will establish a sweeping and forceful regulatory regime to prohibit any products made using forced labor from being...more

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2024 J.S. Held Global Risk Report: The 2024 Election Megacycle

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In 2024, an extraordinarily high number of national elections will be held across the globe, including in some of the biggest economies: the United States, United Kingdom, India, Mexico, South Africa, Indonesia, Russia – and...more

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Mobility@McDermott: Monthly Update (12/2023)

1. European Court of Justice rules on withdrawal rights regarding vehicle financing and leasing - In a judgment released on 21 December 2023, the European Court of Justice (“ECJ”) further clarified the requirements for...more

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Mining and manufacturing in outer space: The new frontier in disputes risks

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Exploiting natural resources, manufacturing products and growing food in space are now well within the realms of possibility. Identifying, assessing and mitigating disputes risks arising from these activities pose a...more

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New U.S Legislation Would Require Forced Labor Audits

On February 3, Senators Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) introduced the Slave-Free Business Certification Act of 2022. The legislation aims to provide U.S. policymakers with greater assurances that companies...more

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Proposed Legislation in New York Aims to Set New Standards for Worker Rights and Environmental Sustainability in Fashion Industry

On January 7, New York State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D) and Assemblywoman Anna R. Kelles (D) introduced the Fashion Sustainability Act into the New York State Legislature. If passed and signed into law, the Act would...more

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Europe and Canada Seek to Mandate Human Rights Due Diligence and Transparency Obligations on Companies and Their Global Partners

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This year has seen a number of international and regional legislative efforts imposing human rights due diligence and transparency obligations on multinational employers. ...more

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Coronavirus: The Hill and the Headlines, February 2021 # 12

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In Washington:  On Feb. 23, officials from five major vaccine companies will be testifying before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation.  Chairperson Diana Degette (D-CO) will be holding a...more

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Combating COVID-19: Government powers for safeguarding supply of critical products and potential conversion of production – Italy,...

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The spread of COVID-19 is causing Europe to experience one of the greatest health crises in decades, the consequences of which are still unpredictable. Faced with this unprecedented situation, the governments of different...more

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Proposed measures in Germany for safeguarding supply of critical goods in the combat against COVID-19

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In the wake of combatting the COVID-19 pandemic, the German Federal Government is proposing to enable further measures on federal level. The proposal includes important measures concerning supply of medical devices,...more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update l August 2019

LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Standardize Food Date Labels - U.S. Reps. Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) and Dan Newhouse (R-Wash.) have introduced the Food Date Labeling Act, which aims...more

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10 EU Competition & Regulatory Trends to Watch for in 2018

Introduction - Our “trends for 2018” are only a selection of interesting developments to watch for in 2018. Within the political and legislative cycle of the European Union, 2018 promises to be an eventful year, given...more

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