ArticleUS Corporate Law News: SEC Chair Announces Upcoming Concept Release On Capital FormationOn August 29, 2018 SEC Chairman Jay Clayton addressed key capital formation initiatives at the SEC. United StatesCorporate/Commercial LawWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: Yahoo To Pay SEC $35 Million Fine Over Failure To Disclose Data BreachOn April 24, 2018, the SEC announced that Altaba Inc., a holding company for Yahoo's investment in Alibaba, agreed to pay a $35 million fine to settle charges that it failed to timely inform investors...United StatesCorporate/Commercial LawWithers LLP
ArticleNBA Investigation Reveals 'Disturbing' Workplace MisconductFollowing a seven-month long investigation into the workplace environment of the Dallas Mavericks, team owner Mark Cuban has agreed to donate $10 million to organizations supporting women. The...United StatesEmployment and HRWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: SEC Proposes Amendments To Whistleblower ProgramThe proposed rules also include elements to improve the efficiency of the whistleblower claims review process and clarify the requirements for anti-retaliation protection under the whistleblower statute.United StatesEmployment and HRWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: CFPB Invites Comments For 'Disclosure Sandbox' PolicyThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has invited the public to comment on its proposal to create a "Disclosure Sandbox" through its revised Policy to Encourage Trial Disclosure Programs.United StatesFinance and BankingWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: Federal Reserve Bank Of New York Vice President Delivers Remarks On Administration And Production Of Reference RatesAt a recent Annual Primary Dealer Meeting of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Senior Vice President Lorie Logan discussed the Bank's role in establishing new reference rates...United StatesFinance and BankingWithers LLP
ArticleInternational Sports Law And Business Blog: Minnesota Vikings Quickly Move To Trademark Phrases 'Minneapolis Miracle' And 'Minnesota Miracle'The Minnesota Vikings seeking to cash in on their unlikely playoff victory against the New Orleans Saints after wide receiver Stefon Diggs scored a touchdown on the game's final play.United StatesIntellectual PropertyWithers LLP
ArticleSCOTUS Grants Cert In FBAR Penalties CaseEarlier this summer, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a case which is expected to determine the extensiveness of the penalty for a U.S. person who fails to file required federal reports listing the person's foreign bank accounts.United StatesLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationWithers LLP
ArticleU.S. Corporate Law News: FINRA Seeks Comments On Arbitration ProposalsThe Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) recently requested comments on two aspects of its arbitration program. United StatesLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: Supreme Court Will Not Resolve Circuit Court Split On Liability For Material Omissions In An MD & AThe U.S. Supreme Court recently removed from its oral argument calendar a pending securities fraud case, due to a tentative pending settlement by the litigants. United StatesLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationWithers LLP
ArticleArt: Crime And PunishmentIn this podcast, we discuss cases and investigations related to the art world. Our host and art lawyer Diana Wierbicki talks to Georges Lederman about the evolution of art crime,.United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleArt: Lobbying For New York LegislationIn this podcast, we discuss art related New York legislation initiatives and the problems these initiatives sought to address for artists and art authenticatorsUnited StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleEsports Pro Sues FaZe Clan Over 'Oppressive' ContractTurner Tenney (known professionally by his gaming handle "Tfue") is one of the world's most popular Fortnite players, streamers, and content creators. He has more than 6 million United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleMLS To Introduce Sleeve SponsorsAccording to sports-news publication The Athletic, Major League Soccer (MLS) is set to introduce shirt sleeve sponsor partners for the 2018-2019 season. United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleNBA Seeking 1 Percent Of Every Bet Made On Games If Gambling LegalizedWith a decision expected this spring in a U.S. Supreme Court case that would potentially allow for widespread legalization of sports gambling, the NBA recently outlined its vision for legalized sports betting.United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleNFLPA Announces Continuing Education RequirementsThe National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) recently distributed a memorandum announcing that certified Contract Advisors will be subject to continuing education requirements.United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleSevilla FC Reject Request For Transfer Fee From AS NancyOn July 12, Clement Lenglet paid his €35.9 million release clause to leave Sevilla FC and join FC Barcelona.United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleUS Women's Soccer Team Sues US Soccer FederationOn March 8, 2019 the entire United States women's national soccer team filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWithers LLP
ArticleNo Estate Tax Repeal In The Final US Tax BillRepublican lawmakers' final tax bill directly tracks the Senate bill with regard to the estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer (GST) taxes.United StatesTaxWithers LLP
ArticleUS Corporate Law News: SEC Staff Provides Accounting Guidance On The Impact Of Tax ReformIn late December 2017, the SEC issued guidance on the accounting and disclosure issues created by the newly enacted U.S. Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.United StatesTaxWithers LLP