Latham & Watkins has added a former Ketsal partner with prior experience at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as senior counsel to its emerging companies and growth […]
The Reason a GC Abruptly Departs May Not Be What You Think
The sudden departure of a company’s general counsel often sparks suspicion and triggers concern. This perception is amplified when a recently hired GC abruptly leaves. Last month, Purchase, […]
Young Thug Plea, Ed Sheeran Win, Metro Boomin Case & More Legal News
This is The Legal Beat, a weekly newsletter about music law from Billboard Pro, offering you a one-stop cheat sheet of big new cases, important rulings and all […]
Judge Approves $795K Settlement in Class Action Over Misclassification of Delivery Drivers
Litigators who took on “gig economy” companies and other employers for misclassifying Massachusetts delivery drivers as independent contractors successfully earned final approval of a nearly $800,000 settlement. Attorneys […]
Essential Tips for Selecting the Best Social Security Disability Lawyer Near You
Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are designed to provide financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a qualifying medical […]
UMG Lawsuit Says TuneCore Infringed Music by Rihanna, Ariana Grande
Universal Music Group (UMG), ABKCO and Concord Music Group have filed a lawsuit against Believe and its distribution company TuneCore, accusing them of “massive ongoing infringements” of their […]
‘If You Love What You Do and Put the Time and Effort Into It, You Will Excel,’ Says Lisa Saul of Forde & O’Meara
Lisa J. Saul, Partner at Forde & O’Meara, Chicago, Illinois Title: Chair of the Real estate group Law school and year graduated: Georgetown University Law Center, 2001 The following has […]
UK Prosecutors Weigh Charges Against Russell Brand
British prosecutors say they have been given a file of evidence from police about alleged sexual offenses by comedian Russell Brand and are considering whether to charge him. […]
Insurer can’t invade debtor’s homestead to recoup $290K overpayment
Matthew J. Hamel (left) and Richard S. Ravosa Jr., attorneys for debtor A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge has held that an insurance company could not invade a Chapter […]
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward Dems
Law firm political action committees have contributed more than $10 million to congressional races this year, with donations tending to lean Democratic. Meanwhile, PAC donations from many firms appear to be straying […]