In one of the largest antitrust cases in recent history, a federal jury in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York delivered a verdict in favor of a coalition of state attorneys general, finding that Live Nation and Ticketmaster unlawfully...
Litigation & Arbitration
IEEPA Tariff Refunds Update: CAPE Platform Launches for Importers
Two months after the Supreme Court struck down the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ("IEEPA") tariffs in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, the refund process has finally opened. On April 20, U.S. Customs and Border Protection ("CBP") activated the...
How to Manage Litigation Like a Business: A Practical Guide for Companies
For companies facing litigation, the difference between a well-managed case and a costly, sprawling dispute often comes down to one thing: treating litigation as a business process, not just a legal problem. That means clear strategy, disciplined cost management, and...
IEEPA Tariff Refunds: Current Status and Next Steps for Importers
When the Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs on February 20, 2026, the immediate question for most importers was: how do we get our money back? The weeks since that ruling have been defined by a fast-moving legal battle at the U.S. Court of International Trade...
Live Nation–Ticketmaster Antitrust Case Takes Center Stage: What Businesses Should Watch
The antitrust litigation involving Live Nation and Ticketmaster continues to evolve following the U.S. Department of Justice’s announcement of tentative settlement terms reached during trial. The case, which challenges Live Nation’s market practices following its 2010...
After the Supreme Court’s IEEPA Decision: What Importers Should Be Thinking About
On February 20, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision addressing the President’s authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad tariffs. In holding that IEEPA does not authorize the sweeping tariff measures at issue, the...
Protecting the Corporate Shield: Understanding Veil Piercing Law in Ohio
For business owners in Ohio, the corporate form provides a fundamental protection: limited liability. This legal shield separates personal assets from business debts and obligations, allowing entrepreneurs to take calculated risks without exposing their personal...
Ohio High Schools Embrace NIL: What Schools, Families & Businesses Need to Know
Ohio has stepped into an unprecedented new chapter of high school athletics. Following months of pressure due to ongoing litigation, along a rapidly changing national landscape for student-athletes, member schools of the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA)...
Costco’s IEEPA Tariff Lawsuit Puts a Spotlight on the Liquidation Clock for Importers
Costco’s newly filed lawsuit in the U.S. Court of International Trade serves as a warning shot for companies that have been paying tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Costco is challenging the legality of these duties and is...
Ohio Appellate Decision Underscores Contract Terms in Equipment Failures
When a critical piece of heavy equipment fails, the financial consequences can be substantial from repair costs, downtime and lost revenue. For many businesses, the natural assumption is that these losses can be pursued through negligence or product-liability claims...