News from January 2024
2023 Trade Secrets & Non-Competes Year in Review on January 30, 2024
Join Seyfarth's partners, Michael Wexler, Robert Milligan, and Kate Perrelli for an insightful analysis of the key legal developments in 2023.
Polsinelli Represents Grubbly Farms in Series A Financing
Polsinelli congratulates its client, Grubbly Farms (https://grubblyfarms.com/), on its Series A financing.
More than a Handshake Required – Practical Tips for Efficient Compliance with the Contractual Requirements of Pennsylvania’s Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act
Paul T. Rushton of our Business & Finance Department prepared an article titled “More than a Handshake Required – Practical Tips for Efficient Compliance with the Contractual Requirements of Pennsylvania’s Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.”
Five Shook Attorneys Speak at ALM Week on January 29 - February 2, 2024
Five Shook attorneys will be speaking at ALM Legal Week happening January 29 – February 1 in New York City.
Ryan Heck Named to Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's 40 Under 40
Ballard Spahr Business and Transactions Partner Ryan D. Heck has been named to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal’s 2024 40 Under 40.
David J. Burns, Jr. Joins Rawle & Henderson LLP
Rawle & Henderson is pleased to welcome David J. Burns, Jr. as an Associate in the firm’s Hackensack, NJ office.
Office of the Attorney General Seeks Relief From Texas Supreme Court in Lawsuit with Former Employees
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has announced its plans to file a petition for mandamus with the Supreme Court of Texas in a case involving four former employees. The OAG had previously requested the Third Court of Appeals to intervene and halt the unnecessary depositions ordered by a Travis County judge. However, the court denied relief, despite the OAG's decision to not contest liability.The OAG's primary concern is to focus on the critical challenges facing the State of Texas, particularly the unprecedented influx of illegal immigration at the southern border....
Sec. of State LaRose: ‘I'll continue to do everything in my power to make sure President Trump is on the ballot in all 50 states [...]'
In a joint effort, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, along with ten other Secretaries of State from across the country, has filed an Amicus Curiae in support of former President Donald Trump.
Eric Reilly leads Mayer Brown's Charlotte office
Mayer Brown appointed Eric Reilly as managing partner of the firm’s Charlotte office, effective November 1, 2023. Eric succeeds Keith Oberkfell, who held the role since 2013.
Greenberg Traurig Attorney, Practices Shortlisted for 2024 Benchmark Litigation US Awards
One attorney and several practices from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are shortlisted for 2024 Benchmark Litigation US Awards.
Office of School Safety Receives 10,000th Contact to Speak Up, Speak Out Tipline
The Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO) tipline, an initiative of the Wisconsin Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS), has reached a significant milestone. Since its launch on September 1, 2020, the tipline has received its 10,000th contact. This marks a significant achievement for the program, which aims to provide students with immediate and confidential support for any safety concerns they may have.Attorney General Josh Kaul expressed his appreciation for the trust and confidence that students and educators have placed in SUSO. He emphasized the importance of...
Boeing says it's not to blame for murder-suicide by employee in love triangle
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) - Boeing is defending itself against allegations it failed to prevent a murder-suicide near its plant in Renton, Wash., by pointing out the crime did not occur on its property.
Lawsuit follows Massachusetts inmate's opioid overdose, death
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) - A Massachusetts town is being blamed in court for the death of a man who overdosed on opioids while in jail.
Newark sues Hyundai, says its cops had to spend thousands of hours investigating thefts
NEWARK, N.J. (Legal Newsline) - The city of Newark, N.J., is suing Hyundai, claiming it had to pay its cops overtime to investigate the thefts of the company's cars that lacked security measures.
P&G wants Ninth Circuit to answer key class action question
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) - Procter & Gamble wants a higher court to change a judge's ruling that allowed a class action lawsuit over its VapoRub products to proceed.
Barclays Ineligible to Participate in Texas's Bond Market Over Failure to Verify ESG Policies
The Office of the Attorney General ("OAG") has announced that Barclays will no longer be allowed to underwrite Texas's municipal bonds due to its failure to provide information regarding its "net zero" carbon emissions commitments. The OAG had sent a letter to all bond counsel on November 1, in which Barclays was identified as a member or affiliate of the Net Zero Alliance while also having a standing letter with the OAG. This raised concerns about whether Barclays' activities could classify it as a "fossil fuel boycotter" under Texas law.Barclays was asked to provide...
Office of the Attorney General Requests Review of Judge’s Ruling in Litigation with Former Employees
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has filed a mandamus request with the Third Court of Appeals, seeking to halt a Travis County judge's orders for unnecessary and harassing depositions in a case initiated by four disgruntled former employees.In a strategic move to avoid the time and expense of a lawsuit in an unfavorable and biased court, the OAG chose not to contest the former employees' lawsuit, without admitting any fault. This decision is not uncommon, as the majority of civil litigation cases are resolved without going to trial.However, what sets this case...
Kentucky also wants to make U.S. citizenship a voting requirement
FRANKFORT, Kentucky – A Kentucky lawmaker has introduced legislation that would require a voter to be a U.S. citizen.
Holland & Knight Represents SportsMed Physical Therapy in Acquisition of Red Bank Physical Therapy
Holland & Knight advised SportsMed Physical Therapy, a portfolio company of New York-based investor Hildred Capital Management, in its acquisition of Red Bank Physical Therapy, a leading provider of physical therapy services in New Jersey.
Texas Attorney General Rejects Biden Administration's Demand to Surrender Shelby Park and Maintain Border Security
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has firmly responded to the demands made by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), stating that Texas will not comply and will continue its efforts to secure the border. In a letter addressed to DHS, Attorney General Paxton also made several counter-demands, seeking specific information and documents related to the alleged authority of the federal agency.The dispute arose after the Texas Military Department took action to secure Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, on January 11. This move was intended to protect the public and...