JaQuel Knight, choreographer to musical artists such as Beyoncé and Meghan Thee Stallion, has announced plans to launch a company to copyright dance moves. This announcement comes on the heels of his recently acquired copyright registration in the “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” choreography, whi
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In the most recent WorldSmart podcast, attorneys Jose Ugaz and Walfrido Warde discuss anti-corruption efforts in Latin America with International Co-Chairs Hunter Carter and Malcolm McNeil.
On April 29, 2021, the Supreme Court of Virginia reversed the dismissal of claims for negligent hiring or retention, vicarious liability, and negligent infliction of emotional distress where a complaint alleged that a retired pastor, who remained associated with his employer, molested a minor.
Advertising and IP Licensing Partner Pamela M. Deese was recently a guest on the “Beyond the Shelf” podcast. In this second episode, she discusses what happens when brands make claims that are not or cannot be substantiated.
The United States Tax Court on April 27, 2021, ruled that Mylan Inc. could deduct the legal fees it incurred in defending itself against patent infringement claims made by other drug manufacturers while pursuing generic pharmaceutical drug applications.
In April 2021, the Second Circuit issued a decision recognizing an increased risk of future, unrealized identity theft or fraud as a basis for establishing Article III standing.
Similar to the laws of several other states, the North Dakota law contains three main disclosure requirements that apply to “drug manufacturers”
The National Law Journal spoke with Arent Fox Complex Litigation Practice Leader Jacques Smith last week about key trends in FCA enforcement for the Health Care industry.
The U.S. Senate has kicked off the complicated process of coordinating and passing multi-committee legislation designed to bolster U.S. technological capabilities, expand the U.S. political, diplomatic, and economic toolkit for dealing with China, and curb China’s growing geopolitical influence.
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Alexander S. Birkhold, Michael F. Dearington, Mohammed T. Farooqui, Rebecca W. Foreman, Nadia Patel, Laura Zell, Mattie Bowden
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DC Business & Policy Practice Group Leader Jon Bouker speaks with Co-Leader David Grosso and Senior Government Relations Director Oliver Spurgeon about what you can expect from the DC budget process during this historic year.
On April 27, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 14026 requiring contractors to pay a minimum wage of $15.00 per hour beginning January 30, 2022, on contracts entered into, contracts renewed or extended, and options exercised on or after January 30, 2022.
We have seen biopharmaceutical companies around the world working to tackle COVID-19 in vaccine development, treatment development, and diagnostics, including the creation of world-class vaccines in record time, rapid tests for home use, and effective treatments against this novel virus.
US Customs and Border Protection has made forced labor a top priority and recent actions will impact the supply chain of many US importers.
The transition from LIBOR represents a potential change in the interest rate on a bond.
Several recent surveys and reports by governance and trade associations provide a useful overview of the duties, roles, challenges, and internal relationships of the corporate general counsel, as well as governing board needs and priorities.
Advertising and IP Licensing Partner Pamela M. Deese was recently a guest on the “Beyond the Shelf” podcast and gave an overview of the types of claims companies can make in advertising, how to evaluate claims, and how to substantiate them.
The goal of a real estate transaction is generally to achieve a transfer of real property mutually sought by buyer and seller. But as a recent arbitration win secured by Arent Fox illustrates, a go-to litigator is sometimes required to address disputes involving real estate deals.
Punitive damages can often multiply a defendant’s potential exposure in litigation.
The adoption of blockchain can be seen across many industries, but perhaps nowhere is it happening faster than in the sports sector.
On April 27, the Biden administration announced new proposed infrastructure initiatives that may enable developers to finally break ground on their “shovel-ready” transmission line projects, including over $8 billion in financing tools from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as part of the administ
Marketplace reported earlier this week that “Over the past few years, the United States government has increased its scrutiny of foreign acquisitions of American companies and the export of certain technologies.
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Alexander S. Birkhold, Michael F. Dearington, Mohammed T. Farooqui, Rebecca W. Foreman, Nadia Patel, Laura Zell, Mattie Bowden
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