Compliance

Bill From Senate Republicans Targets “Micro-Unions”

March 26, 2015

A Republican senator has introduced a bill that would target small independent unions, often called “micro-unions,” that represent a subset […]

“Life Sciences” A Securities Fraud Lightening Rod

March 25, 2015

One sector, life sciences, stands out as a target of securities fraud class actions in 2014, according to a study […]

Deferred Prosecutions Under Fire

March 24, 2015

Deferred prosecutions for corporate crimes are rampant and ineffectual, according to the author of a new book featured on National […]

No Harassment, Then No Failure To Prevent Harassment

March 24, 2015

In California, a masseuse said she had suffered unwelcome conduct from customers, but a jury found the conduct wasn’t enough […]

Strategic Retreat By The FDA

March 18, 2015

A more “closely calibrated” approach to general wellness and other kinds of low-risk products and devices.

In-House Counsel Guide To Handling Political Disclosure Initiatives

March 17, 2015

Activists continue to pressure public companies to disclose information about their political activities, and despite the fact it has received […]

Antitrust Risk In Earnings Calls And Investor Presentations

March 17, 2015

It’s a mistake to think that only private conspiratorial communications can be the basis for an antitrust charge. Baker Botts […]

“Joint Employer” Definition Keeps Widening

March 15, 2015

In the past few years plaintiffs have attempted to broaden the definition of joint employer in employment lawsuits, and with […]

When In Doubt, Deal Makers Should Assume CFIUS Is Interested

March 12, 2015

The inter-agency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) is charged with reviewing transactions that could result in […]

Official “Notorious Market” Report Is Released

March 11, 2015

The Office of the United States Trade Representative has released its fifth annual review of “notorious markets.” A post from […]

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