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Kay C. Georgi, Peter V. B. Unger
On April 15, the World Bank released updated public disclosures of its suspension and debarment practices against companies that violate its compliance directives.
Stephanie Trunk
Today, the Department of Health and Human Services announced that it is re-opening the comment period on its June 17, 2015 proposed rule (the Proposed Rule).
Emily M. Leongini
The US Drug Enforcement Administration recently announced that it is evaluating whether to downgrade the classification of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act, which could allow more research into its potential medicinal benefits. A decision is expected this summer.  
On April 13, 2016, the Article 29 Working Party released its opinion on the EU-US Privacy Shield.
David S. Greenberg, Douglas A. Grimm
On April 11, 2016, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its Comprehensive Primary Care Plus (CPC+) initiative.
The Federal Trade Commission announced on April 12 that it reached settlement agreements with four companies that market skin care products, shampoos, and sunscreens online over charges that they falsely claimed that their products are “ALL NATURAL” or “100% NATURAL,” despite the fact that they cont
Anthony V. Lupo, Thorne Maginnis, Amy (Salomon) McFarland
The producer of popular Netflix television series “House of Cards” has been sued in federal court on claims of trademark infringement for its use of the trademark HOUSE OF CARDS.
The Trade Facilitation and Enforcement Act of 2015 repealed the “consumptive demand” exemption to the ban on imports made by “forced labor.” The repeal became effective on March 10, 2016.
Paul R. Lynd
In a decision with wide potential impact, the California Supreme Court for the first time interpreted an obscure provision in the state’s wage orders requiring that employers provide employees with seats.
David S. Greenberg
The US Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on April 19 in Universal Health Services, Inc. v. United States ex rel. Escobar, a key case addressing the implied certification theory of liability under the False Claims Act. 
David R. Hamill, Birgit Matthiesen
Autonomous driving, hybrids, and electric vehicles are now squarely part of our generation’s lexicon.
Terree A. Bowers, Kay C. Georgi, M. Scott Peeler, Peter V. B. Unger
There is no “adequate procedures” defense to bribery under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, but it has long been understood that maintaining a robust, risk-based compliance program can lead to reduced charges and penalties.
Anthony V. Lupo, Dan Jasnow
Social media disclosures may cause heart palpitations for advertisers and copywriters, but the Federal Trade Commission isn’t backing down.
Anthony V. Lupo
In this episode of Fashion Counsel, Partner Anthony Lupo talks with Jessica Cardon, Senior Vice-President of Camuto Group, about balancing the various aspects of a comprehensive footwear company before a live audience at Bisnow’s 6th Annual NYC Retail Summit Event.
Alexander H. Spiegler
As in previous years, 2015 brought a combination of expected and unexpected holdings by the Supreme Court and the Federal Circuit.
NHTSA issued an Enforcement Guidance Bulletin that outlines the agency's views on emerging automotive technologies. The bulletin suggests guiding principles and best practices for vehicle and equipment manufacturers as they develop and implement new technologies and report safety related defects.
Emily M. Leongini
On March 21, the US Supreme Court rejected a challenge by Nebraska and Oklahoma against a Colorado law that allows for the recreational use of marijuana.
Anthony V. Lupo, Michelle Mancino Marsh
A case filed by Burberry Ltd. earlier this year against JC Penney Corp Inc. in the Southern District of New York for trademark infringement, and related state and federal unfair competition claims over JC Penney’s use of a checkered pattern on coats appears to have quickly been resolved.
Anthony V. Lupo, Kelli Scheid Smith
On March 18, retailer Sears Holdings Corp. was hit with a $5.5 million lawsuit in Illinois’ Cook County Circuit Court by clothing company Sprockets Clothing Inc. (which is now known as SCI Apparel Inc.).
Stephanie Trunk
In the wake of the recent ransomware attack on Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, news reports have emerged that at least three more medical centers and a large health care system have been the victims of these attacks.
David L. Dubrow
On March 24, 2016 the Supreme Court of the State of Illinois affirmed the Circuit Court’s decision that the Illinois law modifying the provisions of Chicago’s pension statute violated the Illinois Constitution.
Employers with employees in California, regardless of where the employer is based, should take the following steps now to ensure compliance. 
Douglas A. Grimm, Thomas E. Jeffry, Jr., Jill A. Steinberg, Stephanie Trunk
On March 21, 2016, the US Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced it was beginning its next round of audits of covered entities and business associates for compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach Notification Rule.
Michael L. Stevens
Applying an “economic reality” test derived from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit recently ruled that an HR Director could be held personally liable for violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
D. Jacques Smith
Federal prosecutors appearing at the American Conference Institute’s 16th Annual Forum on Fraud and Abuse in the Sales and Marketing of Medical Devices earlier this month outlined recent enforcement trends that should catch the attention of the health care industry.