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Business Law Today: July 2024
Articles and Features
Algorithmic Prices and Industry Data Reporting under the Antitrust Microscope
Antitrust enforcement agencies and private plaintiffs are pursuing notable challenges to companies within the same industry using common pricing algorithms.
Private Credit Restructuring: Less Cost and Volatility; More Optionality
Key differences between private and syndicated debt often lead to vastly different restructuring options and outcomes, a split magnified by recent trends.
Informal Resolution of Patent Disputes through Amazon’s APEX Program: Do You Want the Good News First, or the Bad News?
Though the APEX program offers an inexpensive weapon for patent owners, the recent SnapRays v. Lighting Defense Group decision shows it can also backfire.
CTA Beneficial Ownership Information Reports: Single-Member LLCs and EINs
Is a single-member LLC required to apply for its own employer identification number to file BOI reports required by the Corporate Transparency Act?
Texas Court Temporarily Enjoins FTC Noncompete Ban Rule
The court’s decision is limited to the named plaintiffs in the case, but it signals that a permanent and nationwide injunction is likely.
Treasury Department Takes Interest in AI and Issues Request for Information
With this RFI, the Treasury Department joins several other federal agencies in seeking information on how AI is being used in the financial services sector.
The EU Due Diligence Directive: Implications for U.S. Companies
Most large U.S. multinational enterprises will be subject to the laws adopted pursuant to the CSDDD, which may present significant challenges for them.
Colorado DIDMCA Opt-Out Litigation: District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction
The preliminary injunction enjoins the state from enforcing its interest rate caps on any loan made by the plaintiffs’ members not “made in" Colorado.
Colorado Enacts Law Regulating High-Risk Artificial Intelligence Systems
SB 205 requires developers and deployers of high-risk AI systems to comply with extensive monitoring and reporting requirements to protect consumers.
PE Firm Escapes FTC’s Challenge to Texas Anesthesiology Roll-Up
In dismissing the suit against Welsh Carson but not U.S. Anesthesia Partners, the court emphasized the firm's status as a minority, noncontrolling investor.
Months-in-Brief
July 2024 in Brief: Bankruptcy & Finance
Month-in-Brief update: Is the smoke clearing for bankruptcy access by cannabis companies? New case may indicate change in direction from US Trustee Program.
July 2024 in Brief: Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Month-in-Brief update: Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Restrictive Covenant Overbroad; Report on Mediation Confidentiality in New York State.
July 2024 in Brief: Business Regulation & Regulated Industries
Month-in-Brief update: Conflicting Noncompete Ban Court Decisions; Need to Identify CRA in Credit Dispute Claims; and more, from tax law to gaming law.
July 2024 in Brief: Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships
Month-in-Brief update: Rescission of the Erroneous Dissolution and Termination of a New Jersey Limited Liability Company Requires a Court Order.
July 2024 in Brief: Internet Law & Cybersecurity
Month-in-Brief update: Dept. of Commerce Issues First Enforcement Action Protecting Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain.
July 2024 in Brief: Mergers & Acquisitions
Month-in-Brief update: Delaware Chancery Court Allows Fraud Claim to Proceed Based on Extracontractual Statements in Absence of Nonreliance Clause.
July 2024 in Brief: Securities Law
Month-in-Brief update: Delaware Governor Signs Controversial “Market-Practice” Amendments to DGCL; Much of SEC’s SolarWinds Complaint Dismissed; and more.