On December 3, 2024, a Texas federal district court issued a nationwide preliminary injunction temporarily blocking the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its requirement to report the beneficial owners of reporting companies. The ruling in Texas...
In today’s digital marketing landscape, brands frequently leverage promotions like sweepstakes and contests to engage consumers, build brand loyalty, and expand their audiences. While both are popular strategies, the legal frameworks governing contests and sweepstakes...
Earlier this week, the financial services company Robinhood, which caters to retail investors, rolled out its derivative market for trading on the outcome of the upcoming United States presidential election. These trades are an example of “event derivative trading,”...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently charged Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. with making inaccurate statements about the recyclability of its K-Cup single-use beverage pods in violation of securities laws. The case highlights the importance of accurate...
As the fourth quarter of 2024 kicks off, businesses are running out of time to determine their compliance obligations under the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). If your company does not report its beneficial owners by the end of the year, and no exemption...
In the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), due diligence is a critical phase where a buyer’s acquisition team assesses potential risks and opportunities before finalizing the terms of an agreement to purchase its target company. The diligence process can be...
With the National Minority Enterprise Development (M.E.D.) Week awards approaching on October 20–26, 2024, it’s an opportune time to spotlight a few programs that aim to expand opportunities for minority-owned businesses. This article will unpack the complex interplay...
As a content creator, your brand is your livelihood. You work tirelessly to create engaging content, build your audience, and attract partnerships with brands. But amidst the creativity and hustle, there's one critical aspect many content creators overlook— legal...
On June 27, 2024, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in SEC v. Jarkesy, ruling that the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) use of in-house tribunals for civil penalties in securities fraud cases violates the Seventh Amendment’s...
In 2015, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) inaugurated Regulation A+, an expansive amendment to the existing Regulation A exemption of the Securities Act of 1933 (Regulation A). The amendment made Regulation A a more practical alternative to registered...