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Credible Fraudulent Transfer Advocacy

Michael L. Cook

Appellate courts continue to use common sense when disposing of constructively fraudulent transfer appeals, as recent decisions show.

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Truth-in-Music-Advertising Law Provides No Private Right of Action to Music Groups Image

Truth-in-Music-Advertising Law Provides No Private Right of Action to Music Groups

Stan Soocher

As for the Truth-in-Music-Advertising law in this case of first impression, band-name rights holders will have to wait for state counsel to act in order to seek remedies provided by the statute.

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Navigating the SEC's Marketing Rule

Colleen Corwell, Shannon Nolan & Nikolas Simonlacaj

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has underscored the critical importance of Marketing Rule compliance through a series of recent enforcement actions and risk alerts. This article delves into the challenges that investment advisers must navigate when marketing their services. It also explores how legal counsel and compliance consultants can effectively support their clients in adhering to both the explicit requirements and nuanced aspects of the Marketing Rule.

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Impact of Supreme Court's Ruling On Expert Intent Testimony In 'Diaz v. United States'

Bonnie M. Baker

The Supreme Court held that expert testimony in a criminal case, as to whether "most people" similar to the defendant have a particular mental state, does not run afoul of the Federal Rule of Evidence's prohibition against expert opinion evidence about whether a criminal defendant had or lacked the mental state required for conviction. Particularly in white-collar cases, where the defendant's intent is often the central disputed issue, the implications of Diaz may be far-reaching.

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Harnessing AI for Efficiency and Growth: A Balanced Approach

Mary Obregon

While AI presents valuable opportunities, the excitement around it can sometimes overshadow the need for proper data management and interpretation. Here's a balanced look at how AI can be used to drive efficiency and growth within your firm, along with some key considerations.

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Can a Licensor Receive Royalty Payments Beyond the Life of Patent Protection?

Matthew Golden

How do you determine if ongoing royalty obligations that extend beyond the life of underlying patent protection, even if agreed to by the contracting parties, are enforceable? A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit shows what types of license arrangements pass the test.

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Landscape for Legislative Protections Against AI Uses of Voice

Jeffrey N. Rosenthal, Timothy J. Miller & Liam Leahy

The adoption of the DMCA-style notice-and-takedown system is promising. But vocal artists will likely need greater protections on the improper or unauthorized use of their voice, and stronger regulations requiring the disclosure of any use of AI in advertising, promotions or other digital or audio content placed on the Internet.

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Landlord Can't Waive Illegal Use of Premises By Accepting Rent Image

Landlord Can't Waive Illegal Use of Premises By Accepting Rent

Scott Mollen

The court reasoned that the landlord's affidavit, together with the exhibits established prima facie proof that the tenant had been illegally using the premises and had acquiesced thereto.

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Congress' Failure to Extend Subchapter V Debt Limit Hurts Small Businesses Image

Congress' Failure to Extend Subchapter V Debt Limit Hurts Small Businesses

Michael Napoli

Where it applies, Subchapter V has been a great success. But, much of that success was due to a temporary change to the law that allowed more companies to qualify for Subchapter V treatment. That change has now expired, taking with it the only viable avenue for many businesses to reorganize.

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The Rise of the Self-Service Buyer

Patricia Nagy

The self-service buyer is a relatively new concept in B2B professional services. These buyers prefer to gather information, research, and make decisions independently before ever engaging with a service provider. This shift is revolutionary in an industry like legal services, where trust and personal relationships have traditionally driven business development.

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