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DE Bankruptcy Court Decision Provides Reminder of Potential Consequences of Violating the Automatic Stay
February 01, 2024
An opinion from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware provides a reminder of the potentially severe punishment that a party can suffer as a result of its violation of the automatic stay of Section 362 of the Bankruptcy Code, even if the debtor does not suffer any actual damages as a result of the violation.
White Box vs. Black Box Compensation Systems
February 01, 2024
Having a compensation system that clearly outlines partner expectations, provides the partners with the ability to validate the results by communicating the results back to them does more to build collegiality than an opaque system that, by its design, promotes distrust and ill will among partners.
Navigating Legal Real Estate Issues in the Cannabis Industry
February 01, 2024
This article explores just a few of the major legal opportunities and pitfalls associated with real estate in the cannabis industry, shedding light on some of the potential complexities and issues that businesses and investors may face.
The Case for Partnering with a Financial Advisor
February 01, 2024
Unless you carry the correct licenses, it makes sense to develop a relationship with several financial advisors and refer business from time to time.
How New York Times' Lawsuit Over AI Software Copying Differs From Prior Copyright Complaints
February 01, 2024
The New York Times' copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft is said to be AI's "Napster Moment." But observers are torn about the case's legal merits, citing differing views around how exactly AI "Large Language Models" are trained.
Could Mass Tort Bankruptcies Fall Apart in 2024?
February 01, 2024
Mass tort bankruptcies took some big hits in 2023, with two of them dismissed outright, and two more potentially hanging in the balance.
SEC Revises Beneficial Ownership Reporting Rules
February 01, 2024
This article identifies certain information asymmetries in the SEC's beneficial ownership reporting rules, discusses the extent to which those information asymmetries are addressed (or not) under the SEC's recent rule amendments, and considers whether additional rule amendments or SEC guidance continue to be necessary.
All the News That's Fit to Pinch: NYT v. OpenAI Could Be Most Troublesome of AI Copyright Cases
February 01, 2024
The emerging cases by authors and copyright owners challenging various generative AI programs for using copyrighted materials are certain to create new troubles for the courts being asked to apply the fair use doctrine to this important new technology.
Interest Rates Are 2024's Biggest Unknown
February 01, 2024
The Federal Reserve stands at a pivotal juncture as it deliberates on its interest rate policy for 2024. In the wake of tumultuous economic shifts brought about by the pandemic, the Fed faces the delicate task of balancing robust economic recovery against inflationary pressures that appear to be subsiding.
Five Trends that Promise to Impact the Legal Workplace In 2024
February 01, 2024
Talent is the single most valued asset within a law firm. And, the role and influence of talent in law firms is on the rise. How law firms engage with, respond to and anticipate changing talent needs has the power to transform the legal landscape and dictate which firms come out ahead.

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