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Fourth Circuit Overturns Age Discrimination Dismissal

Fourth Circuit Overturns Age Discrimination Dismissal

Read about how a recent ruling revived an age discrimination case filed by a former HR executive in her mid-60s.

Supreme Court: Courts Can’t Dismiss Claims After Stay Request

Supreme Court: Courts Can’t Dismiss Claims After Stay Request

Read about the decision and learn more about what happens when a party makes a stay request.

Court of Appeals Set to Decide on Sexual Harassment Claims and Timing

Court of Appeals Set to Decide on Sexual Harassment Claims and Timing

Learn about a pending case regarding sexual harassment claims and timing that will have major implications for employers.

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Rethinking Shareholders’ Agreements in M&A After Chordia v. Lee

Dealmakers should be cautious about how they negotiate shareholders’ agreements in M&A and conduct themselves under the agreements post-closing.

Feds Ramping Up Convictions for Business Email Compromise Scams

Feds Ramping Up Convictions for Business Email Compromise Scams

Federal law enforcement agencies are cracking down on perpetrators of business email compromise scams, also known as BEC scams. Learn more about the latest developments.

Employer Lawsuit Aims to Block New DOL Overtime Pay Rule

Employer Lawsuit Aims to Block New DOL Overtime Pay Rule

Over a dozen trade groups have sued the Department of Labor to block an overtime pay rule that raises the minimum salary level for employee exemption.

Federal Circuit Overrules Obviousness Test for Design Patents

Federal Circuit Overrules Obviousness Test for Design Patents

The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has overruled the longstanding obviousness test for design patents, shaking up the landscape of patent law.

Proposed Delaware Law Originates from Crispo v. Musk

Proposed Delaware Law Originates from Crispo v. Musk

Learn about the potential effects of the Delaware State Bar Association’s “lost-premiums” amendment originating from the Crispo v. Musk case.

Non-Disparagement Clause Blocked by State's Anti-Discrimination Law

Non-Disparagement Clause Blocked by State’s Anti-Discrimination Law

Read more about a ruling that says a non-disparagement clause may not prevent plaintiffs from discussing “a claim of discrimination, retaliation or harassment.”

COVID-19 Related Insurance Question Resolved

COVID-19 Related Insurance Question Resolved

Can the actual or potential presence of the COVID-19 virus on an insured’s premises constitute direct physical loss or damage to property?

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