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Texas Federal Court rules on DOL rule for construction contractors

Court Enjoins Key Provisions of Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Final Rule for Construction Contractors

by: Brian E. Lewis & Andrew Bellwoar

Breaking LGBTQ+ Barriers: From Covering to Inclusivity [Podcast]

by: Michelle E. Phillips

Texas Seeks Order Blocking Enforcement of DOL’s New Overtime Rule Ahead of July 1 Effective Date

by: Keith E. Kopplin & Zachary V. Zagger

The 340B ‘Saga’ Continued: HRSA, States, and Drug Manufacturers Contest 340B Contract Pharmacy Restrictions in Court

by: Douglas A. Grimm & Stephanie Trunk

Evolving Intersection of Pride and Religious Accommodations: What Employers Need to Know

by: Aaron Vance

Two Down, 12 to Go, and Two More Decision Days This Week - SCOTUS Today

by: Stuart M. Gerson

The Hidden Truth About Social Media Engagement: Why Lurkers Matter

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Counsel Fees in a Guardianship Action

by: Paul W. Norris

Commerce Issues First “Final Determination” Under ICTS Supply Chain Rules, Banning Kaspersky Software Products from U.S. Commerce

by: Financial Services Practice Group Squire Patton Boggs

Senior Care Strategies: How to Prepare for Life’s Later Stages

by: Denise Mariani

OPRA Reform Bill Signed by Gov. Phil Murphy Has Potential to Severely Limit NJ Public Record Transparency

by: Natalie Moszczynski

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Understanding Artificial Intelligence Hallucinations

A Lawyer’s Guide to Understanding AI Hallucinations in a Closed System

by: Jonathan Ciottone

Understanding AI and the possibility of hallucinations in a closed system is necessary for the use of any such technology by a lawyer. AI has made significant strides in recent years, demonstrating remarkable capabilities in various fields, from natural language processing to large language models to generative AI.

Most IRS Employee Retention Credit Claims Rejected or Examined

IRS to Deny or Examine Vast Majority of Employee Retention Credit Claims

by: Marvin A. Kirsner

On June 20, the Internal Revenue Service issued a news release regarding the status of over one million pending employee retention credit (ERC) refund claims filed before Sept. 14, 2023, when it announced a moratorium on processing new ERC claims so that it could more closely review the backlog of pre-moratorium claims

Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act Implementation

EEOC Unveils Final Rule Implementing Pregnant Workers Fairness Act PWFA

by: Johnine P. Barnes & Shirin Afsous

Effective June 18, employers covered by Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) are required to offer reasonable workplace accommodations to workers who are pregnant or have a condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. PWFA applies to covered entities, which include public and private employers with 15 or more employees

Supreme Court Fair Labor Standards Act Burden of Proof

SCOTUS Will Determine Employers’ Burden of Proof to Establish FLSA Exemptions

by: Allan S Bloom & Philippe A. Lebel

U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will tackle a 6-1 circuit split and decide an important wage and hour issue for employers: what burden of proof an employer must satisfy to demonstrate that its workers are exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements imposed by the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).

Top 10 Financial Scandals You Should know

Top 10 Accounting Fraud Scandals of All Time [Updated 2024]

by: Whistleblower Law at Kohn Kohn Colapinto

The world of finance is built on trust and transparency. But sometimes, that trust is shattered by greed and corruption. In this list, we delve into ten of the biggest financial scandals of all time, uncovering the schemes, the players, and the lasting impact they left behind.

Ups and Downs of Golden Visa Programs

by: Minnie Fu

In 2022, the United States reauthorized its EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program for five years, until September 2027.

Not to be left behind, several European countries for the past 10 years also created similar programs, dubbed “golden visas.”

If Cannabis Is Reclassified, What Will Happen to the Marketplace? [Podcast]

by: Lisa Gora

Will the reclassification of marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug disrupt the cannabis marketplace? What consequences must industry stakeholders consider if the Drug Enforcement Administration's proposal becomes a reality?

Understanding the CAIA: Colorado's Groundbreaking Approach to AI Regulation

by: Jason I. Epstein & Daniel C. Lumm, CIPP/US

Colorado AI Act will take effect on Feb. 1, 2026, becoming the first comprehensive, risk-based approach to artificial intelligence (AI) regulation to be signed into law in the United States. This new legislation is intended to govern the use of AI systems in certain applications by private sector developers and deployers

Fair Labor Standards Act SCOTUS decision

U.S. Supreme Court to Consider Evidentiary Standard for Proving FLSA Exemption

by: Justin R. Barnes & Jeffrey W. Brecher

The U.S. Supreme Court next term will address the standard of proof that employers must meet to show an employee is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, No. 23-217.

Immigration policy election planning for employers

Preparing Amid Uncertainty: What Employers Told Us About Immigration and the Presidential Election

by: BAL U.S. Practice Group

It's no exaggeration to say that the 2024 presidential election may have dramatic consequences on U.S. immigration. The two leading candidates, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, differ not only in their rhetoric about immigration but also in the policies they pursued in their respective terms in office.

POLITICAL MESSAGES IN THE SPOTLIGHT: WSJ Article on Stopping Unwanted Political Texting May Prompt Even More TCPA Litigation

by: Eric J. Troutman

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How a conditional resident can obtain permanent status

Removal of Conditions

by: Immigration Practice Mintz Levin

Overview

A Conditional Permanent Resident (CPR) who obtained his or her CPR status through marriage (of less…

Beltway Buzz, June 21, 2024

by: James J. Plunkett

Is Your Business Ready for Chicago’s Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance?

by: Alison B. Crane & James Hager

Implications of Executive Action for Family Unity and Retention of DACA Talent for Employers and Individuals

by: Tejas Shah & M. Mercedes Badia-Tavas

The Future of Hemp-Derived THC

by: Marc A. Polito

The Expected Arrival Is Now Here: Pregnancy Fairness Regs Are in Force (Almost Everywhere)

by: Anne R. Yuengert & Cortlin Bond

Courageous Conversation on Mental Health Challenges & Approaches [Podcast]

by: Health Care & FDA Practice at Greenberg Traurig

U.S. Supreme Court Raises Standard for Labor Board When Seeking 10(j) Injunctions

by: Jonathan J. Spitz & Richard F. Vitarelli

Biden Administration Announces Voluntary Carbon Market Principles

by: Nicholas Neuberger & Parker A. Lee

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California News Updates

Cannabis Operators Licensing Renewal Deadline Nears

July 1 Deadline Looms for Cannabis Operators to Maintain and Renew Their Licenses by Entering into Labor Peace Agreements

by: Susan Haines

Operational Takeaways from the Latest CCPA Enforcement Settlement (Hint: SDKs and Consent for Children’s Data Don’t Just Live in a Pineapple Under the Sea…)

by: Darren Abernethy

Proposed Amended PAGA Statute Would Bring Some Relief to Employers

by: Richard H. Rahm & Spencer C. Skeen

What Could Be Next for the Proposition 65 Short-Form Warnings

by: Susanne Boniadi & Lynn R. Fiorentino

PAGA Reformed: Draft Legislation Shows Way Forward For California Employers

by: Mark Wallin & Caroline Dickey

Commission Grants Extension for Review of Potential Burrowing Owl Protections

by: Jennifer Jeffers & Ryan Chen

PAGA Reform Proposal To Replace Ballot Measure

by: Eugene C. Ryu & Cassidy T. Young

More Emerging Legal News

The Potential End of Chevron Agency Deference and Implications for Employers

by: Mitch Boyarsky & Kristin Ahr

The Fifth Circuit Vacates the SEC’s New Private Fund Adviser Rules in Their Entirety

by: Adam V. Sussman

DISH Calls Foul on T-Mobile’s Plans for 800 MHz Spectrum

by: Gregory E. Kunkle

FDA Issues Warning Letter Related to Allergen Labeling Practices

by: Food and Drug Law at Keller and Heckman

CMS Issues FAQs to Aid Pharmacies in Preparing for Medicare Part B Coverage of PrEP Medications

by: Gregory E. Fosheim & Monica Wallace

Three Most Asked Questions Following the FTC’s Final Noncompete Rule - Part 1: How Should Employers Handle Current Noncompete Disputes with Departing Employees?

by: Daniel R. Levy

Federal (Sub)Contractors Be Warned – Proposed Information Collection May Increase Standards of Reporting

by: Ryan A. Glasgow & Meredith Gregston

United States | AIC Special Report Notes 65% Growth in H-2 a Workers in US Agricultural Sector

by: BAL U.S. Practice Group

Board Responses to Political Issues

by: Steven R. Barth

Episode 31: Health Care Philanthropy: Navigating the Hurdles, Rules, and Restrictions [Podcast]

by: Jason J. Kohout

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Artificial Intelligence

Advisory on AI Compliance and Consumer Protection

Massachusetts Attorney General Clarifies Position on Artificial Intelligence

by: Melanie A. Conroy & Kyle J. Glover

Proposed Outbound Investment Regulations: Understanding the New Restrictions on U.S. Outbound Investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Semiconductors, and Quantum Computing

by: Curtis M. Dombek & Lisa C. Mays

Transforming Supply Chains: The Pivotal Role of AI in Advancing ESG Goals

by: Bruce White

AI in Family Offices: A Closer Look at Privacy, Confidentiality, and Fiduciary Responsibility

by: Hanna R. Dameron & Tracy L. McLaughlin

How AI Can Address Manufacturing Supply Chain Issues

by: Sean C. Griffin

Senators Introduce Bill for AI Procurement and Use by Federal Agencies — AI: The Washington Report

by: Bruce D. Sokler & Alexander Hecht

AI Visual Media Increasingly Draws Investor Attention

by: Louis Lehot

NIST Generative AI Profile Highlights Actions for Addressing Data Protection Risks Associated with Generative AI

by: Hunton Andrews Kurth’s Privacy and Cybersecurity

Should Artificial Intelligence Supply Plain Meaning? The 11th Circuit Wants to Know

by: Michael S. Levine & Alex D. Pappas

Judicial Conference Advisory Committee Releases Report on Evidence Rules for AI

by: Ann Motl

The Hunton Policyholder’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence: SEC’s Recent AI-Washing Claims Present D&O Risks, Potential Coverage Challenges

by: Geoffrey B. Fehling & Michael S. Levine

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Business of Law

Creating Effective Marketing Strategy for Law Firms

How to Create an Effective Marketing Strategy for Your Law Firm

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Why Mediators, Arbitrators and Lawyers Should Incorporate Video Content into Their Marketing Efforts

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

11th Circuit Concurrence Makes ‘Modest Proposal’ for Use of AI-Powered Large Language Models in Legal Interpretation

by: Kevin J. Quilty

Elevate Your Content Strategy: Why You Should Repackage Your Top Posts

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

How to Strengthen Your Network Through Daily Social Media Engagement

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Best Practices for Announcing a Law Firm Name Change

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

The Importance of Oral Arguments in Appellate Courts: Insights for Trial and Appellate Practitioners

by: Chris S. Edwards

How to Strengthen Your Relationships with the Concept of Pebbling

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Why You Should Repackage Your Top Content Into a “Top Posts” Series

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Maximizing Your Conference Experience: A Lawyer’s Guide to Before, During and After the Event

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

Transform Your Hiring Process: Top Social Media Recruiting Tools

by: Stefanie M. Marrone

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Environmental, Social, Governance

EPA Announces New Initiatives to Improve Efficiency, Worker Protections, and Transparency in New Chemical Reviews

by: Lynn L. Bergeson & Carla N. Hutton

Energy & Sustainability Washington Update — July 2024

by: R. Neal Martin

Eco-Friendly Claims Under Fire: The Legal Risks of Greenwashing for Businesses

by: Baldassare Vinti & Jessica M. Griffith

Driving Sustainable Growth: ESG Metrics and Compliance Guidance from Energy & Technology Industry Leaders

by: Scot Anderson & Mark P. Henriques

Congress Passes ADVANCE Act to Accelerate Deployment of Advanced Nuclear Reactors

by: Michael F. McBride & Kyle W. Danish

Whenever this Supreme Court Agrees to Review a 9th Circuit Interpretation of a Law, the Outcome is Nearly Certain. This Nepa Case is No Exception.

by: Jeffrey R. Porter

EPA’s Proposed NMP Risk Management Rule Includes Requirements to Protect Workers and Consumers

by: Lynn L. Bergeson & Lisa M. Campbell

Striking the Balance: Permitting Reforms for Mining & the Energy Transition – White Paper Available

by: Scot Anderson & Wayne M. Chancellor

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International Law News

Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Refugees Extended by EU

European Union | Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Refugees Extended

by: BAL Global Practice Group

Non-Financial Misconduct – A Guide for HR, Part 1 (UK) [Video]

by: Helen Adams & David Whincup

June 2024 CNIPA Press Conference: China has 34,000 Practicing Patent Agents

by: Aaron Wininger

Australia | New Ballot Initiative for Work and Holiday Program Announced

by: BAL U.S. Practice Group

Taiwan | Visa-free Entry Program Extended

by: BAL U.S. Practice Group

Important Lesson for the Aviation Industry and Other Commercial Policyholders: Exclusive Jurisdiction Clauses in Insurance Policies are Not Always Enforced

by: Emma Lidström & Sarah Turpin

China’s Supreme People’s Court Releases Two Recent Patent-Related Typical Anti-Monopoly Cases

by: Aaron Wininger

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Federal Law News

Whistleblowers are Doing Their Job According to the IRS

IRS Whistleblower Program’s Annual Report Shows that Whistleblowers are Doing Their Job, but that Congress Must do Theirs

by: Mary Jane Wilmoth

On June 24, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Office of the Whistleblower issued its Annual Report covering collections and awards for FY 2023.

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No Chill? OSHA Advances Proposed Standard on Heat Injury, Illness Prevention

by: Aaron Vance

While most of the country has been under a record-breaking heat wave, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has continued to advance its proposed standard for heat injury and illness prevention – giving employers yet another reason…

OSHA Advances Heat Stress Prevention Standard

US Treasury Department Moves Closer to Implementing Outbound Investment Restrictions Through Latest Proposed Regulations

by: Guillermo S. Christensen & David R. Allman

On 21 June 2024, the Office of Investment Security of the US Department of the Treasury (Treasury) issued proposed regulations to implement President Biden’s August 2023 …