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Oil Pollution Act of 1990: New Limitations on Liability
The risk of oil pollution liability for financial lessors of vessels operating in U.S. waters under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (“OPA 90″), 33 U.S.C. '2701 et seq., has been substantially ameliorated under new U.S. legislation, thereby restoring leasing as a more lessor-friendly financing option for vessels that trade in U.S. waters.
The Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004 (Pub. L. 108-293, 118 Stat. 1028) (the “New Act”) became law on Aug. 9, 2004. Section 703 of the New Act amends OPA 90 to provide for exemption from environmental damages liability of certain financing lessors. The New Act imports into OPA 90 the terms of the so-called “Secured Creditor Exemption” found in the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (“CERCLA”), 47 U.S.C. '9601 et seq.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.
CLE Shouldn't Be the Only Mandatory Training for Attorneys
Each stage of an attorney's career offers opportunities for a curriculum that addresses both the individual's and the firm's need to drive success.