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Proposed Texas Law Could Cut Shareholder Litigation, Make State Haven for Incorporations
A bill introduced in the 89th Texas Legislature represents a pro-management shift in Texas corporate law that could reduce the volume and scope of shareholder litigation. ‘Give Companies […]
Employers Face New Biometric Privacy Suits as Litigators Revive Old Illinois Law
Illinois has been a hot spot for biometric privacy litigation in the past few years, and, despite recent legislative changes aimed at limiting potential damages, the venue still appears […]
After Perkins Coie Order, Law Firm Leaders Shocked but Public Statements Scarce
After President Donald Trump targeted another law firm for its client representation and ordered a DEI probe of “leading law firms,” a growing chorus of law firm leaders […]
Florida Law Firm Accused of Pocketing $430K in Bitcoin Escrow Scheme
A Florida attorney and his law firm are facing a complaint in Miami state court over their failure to return $430,000 without “legal right or justification” to a […]
Jay-Z Sues Accuser, Drake Cites Super Bowl & More Music Law 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 […]
Am Law 200 Firm’s $38M Malpractice Settlement Gets Court Approval
Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott on Friday received final approval for a $38 million legal malpractice settlement resolving suits filed against the firm for former partner John Pauciulo’s […]
Iowa Removes Gender Identity From Civil Rights Law — Justia News — March 3, 2025
Last week, Iowa enacted a new law that removes “gender identity” from the list of protected classes under the Iowa Civil Rights Act. It passed the Iowa Senate […]
What Am Law 100 Firm Partners Say About the SEC’s New Views on Meme Coins
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission indicated that transactions involving a meme coin—a type of crypto asset inspired by internet memes, characters, current events or trends for which […]
Law Firm Faces Data Breach Class Action From Consumers Extending Beyond Client Base
A group of consumers sued a law firm for a data breach that allegedly exposed their personal information despite never having an affiliation with the firm, raising concerns […]