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Valuing Real Estate Assets in Distress: Ethical Considerations Valuing Real Estate Assets in Distress: Ethical Considerations

In distressed situations, real estate valuation becomes a strategic tool that can shape..
What to Watch for in 2026: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) What to Watch for in 2026: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

Perhaps the biggest EPR news to date is the February 6, 2026 decision by the US District Court for..
Supreme Court announces cases it will hear at term’s end Supreme Court announces cases it will hear at term’s end

The Supreme Court will close out its 2025-26 term with oral arguments in cases involving..
SEC Broker Search Guidance Facilitates Shareholder Approval of M&A Transactions SEC Broker Search Guidance Facilitates Shareholder Approval of M&A Transactions

On January 23, 2026, the Staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) issued updated..
Michigan Enacts Statewide Classroom Cellphone Ban for K–12 Public Schools Beginning 2026–27 Michigan Enacts Statewide Classroom Cellphone Ban for K–12 Public Schools Beginning 2026–27

On Feb. 10, 2026, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 4141 and Senate Bill..
The EU Automotive Omnibus: Simplifying Vehicle Regulation as Part of the Clean Mobility Transition The EU Automotive Omnibus: Simplifying Vehicle Regulation as Part of the Clean Mobility Transition

On 16 December 2025, the European Commission presented the Automotive Omnibus as part of a broader..
The gerrymandering mess The gerrymandering mess

Courtly Observations is a recurring series by Erwin Chemerinsky that focuses on what the Supreme..
SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, February 11 SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, February 11

“It takes a while to write.” No, that’s not what I said when my editor asked me when I would finish ..
When Employee Misconduct Becomes Marketplace Deception: Court Clarifies Chapter 93A’s Reach When Employee Misconduct Becomes Marketplace Deception: Court Clarifies Chapter 93A’s Reach

In CMTA, Inc. v. Dussault, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts addressed the..
PBM Reform Cheat Sheet: Chart Comparing the Recent Rules for Group Plans PBM Reform Cheat Sheet: Chart Comparing the Recent Rules for Group Plans

Key Takeaways:Within a one-week period, there were two actions at the federal level to increase..
This Week in 340B: January 27 – February 2, 2026 This Week in 340B: January 27 – February 2, 2026

Find the week’s updates on 340B litigation to help you stay in the know on how 340B cases are..
IRS Releases Proposed Regulations for Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit IRS Releases Proposed Regulations for Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit

Key TakeawaysTreasury and the IRS have issued proposed regulations under Section 45Z that clarify..
German Federal Labor Court Strengthens Religious Freedom Protections for Airport Security Personnel German Federal Labor Court Strengthens Religious Freedom Protections for Airport Security Personnel

The German Federal Labor Court (Bundesarbeitsgericht (BAG)) has addressed the permissibility of..
Federal Court Enjoins Oregon's Extended Producer Responsibility Law—a Bellwether Moment for All.. Federal Court Enjoins Oregon's Extended Producer Responsibility Law—a Bellwether Moment for All..

On February 6, a federal judge in Oregon quietly issued a two‑page order that might have initially..
Opportunity Amidst Crisis Opportunity Amidst Crisis

Buying Distressed Assets, Claims, and Securities: Why Distress Creates OpportunityDistress in the..
SCOTUStoday for Tuesday, February 10 SCOTUStoday for Tuesday, February 10

Ahead of Valentine’s Day, the Supreme Court is putting a spotlight on a “Match Made in Utah.” Its..
U.S. Declares National Emergency on Cuba and Announces Tariff Framework Targeting Oil Suppliers U.S. Declares National Emergency on Cuba and Announces Tariff Framework Targeting Oil Suppliers

On Jan. 29, 2026, President Donald J. Trump issued a new executive order titled Addressing Threats..
OFCCP Is Still Alive: Complaint Form Revisions, VEVRAA Recordkeeping Renewal, and FY2026 Funding OFCCP Is Still Alive: Complaint Form Revisions, VEVRAA Recordkeeping Renewal, and FY2026 Funding

Reports of OFCCP demise may have been premature, as 2026 has begun with some notable developments..
Venezuela’s New Hydrocarbon Framework- Key Considerations for Energy, Financial, and Sanction.. Venezuela’s New Hydrocarbon Framework- Key Considerations for Energy, Financial, and Sanction..

Key TakeawaysVenezuela’s amended Hydrocarbons Law marks a major policy shift by reopening the..
FTC Announces Revised HSR Act Thresholds and Increased Filing Fees FTC Announces Revised HSR Act Thresholds and Increased Filing Fees

What Happened: The Federal Trade Commission published revised Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) thresholds..
UK’s OFSI Imposes £160,000 Penalty on Bank of Scotland for Russia Sanctions Violations UK’s OFSI Imposes £160,000 Penalty on Bank of Scotland for Russia Sanctions Violations

On 10 November 2025, the UK’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) issued a £160..
Mixed Blessings: Decision on Appeal by Bunnings Against Privacy Commissioner’s Determination Re the .. Mixed Blessings: Decision on Appeal by Bunnings Against Privacy Commissioner’s Determination Re the ..

The Administrative Review Tribunal of Australia (Tribunal) has partially overturned the findings of ..
OIG Greenlights Cost-Sharing Waiver for Commercially Insured Patients OIG Greenlights Cost-Sharing Waiver for Commercially Insured Patients

On January 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General..
Still No Certainty in Forum Selection for Derivative Litigation Still No Certainty in Forum Selection for Derivative Litigation

Issuers facing threats of securities litigation have been trying to obtain as much certainty as..
Don’t Stop Me Now: Alabama Court Tells Unhappy Applicants for Medical Cannabis Licenses to Chill.. Don’t Stop Me Now: Alabama Court Tells Unhappy Applicants for Medical Cannabis Licenses to Chill..

Last Friday, we saw an important development in the tortuous quest to issue integrated medical..
How to Title Your Home- Trusts, Lady Bird Deeds, and Creditor Protection How to Title Your Home- Trusts, Lady Bird Deeds, and Creditor Protection

Choosing how to title your real estate is more than paperwork, it’s about aligning ownership with..
So, You Hired a Fraudulent Employee—Now What? So, You Hired a Fraudulent Employee—Now What?

Figuring out that you hired the wrong person is always jarring. But what if the “wrong person” was..
The U.S. Must Adopt an AI Diplomacy Doctrine to Win the Global AI Race The U.S. Must Adopt an AI Diplomacy Doctrine to Win the Global AI Race

AI is rapidly becoming the central arena of global competition, shaping economic strength, national ..
OFAC Whistleblowing: Exposing Sanctions Violations Under U.S. Law OFAC Whistleblowing: Exposing Sanctions Violations Under U.S. Law

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) stands among the most influential arms of the U.S...
DOJ Criminal Fraud Section 2025 Year in Review – Health Care Fraud Is Front and Center DOJ Criminal Fraud Section 2025 Year in Review – Health Care Fraud Is Front and Center

On January 22, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ or the Department) Criminal Fraud Section..
Voluntary Disclosure by Applicant of Criminal Conviction History Triggers Protections Under State.. Voluntary Disclosure by Applicant of Criminal Conviction History Triggers Protections Under State..

Records of criminal convictions can last a lifetime, and thus can bring a lifetime of difficulty..
FTC Seeks Resuscitate Click-to-Cancel Rule FTC Seeks Resuscitate Click-to-Cancel Rule

In January 2026, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it submitted a draft Advance Notice of ..
SCOTUStoday for Friday, February 6 SCOTUStoday for Friday, February 6

You’re running out of time to take advantage of the preorder offer for Last Branch Standing, Sarah..
Privacy Tip #478 – Intrigued With Using AI to Help with Your Tax Return? Please Think Again Privacy Tip #478 – Intrigued With Using AI to Help with Your Tax Return? Please Think Again

It’s that time of the year when W2s and 1099s pile up in preparation for that dreaded tax return..
Trending Down: Union Elections Fall Off for First Time in Years Trending Down: Union Elections Fall Off for First Time in Years

For anyone paying attention since the pandemic, unions have enjoyed a renaissance of sorts since..
Key Legal Insights from Foley’s Automotive Team Key Legal Insights from Foley’s Automotive Team

Key developmentsElevated costs and financial distress could lead to significant supplier..
New SBA 8(a) Guidance Signals Shift in Interpretation of Who Is ‘Socially and Economically.. New SBA 8(a) Guidance Signals Shift in Interpretation of Who Is ‘Socially and Economically..

On January 22, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued policy guidance indicating ..
IRPA Claims Accrue at First Publication, Not First Discovery IRPA Claims Accrue at First Publication, Not First Discovery

The US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit confirmed that the single publication rule applies..
All Things Chemical- 2026 Forecast: TSCA Reform Developments — A Conversation with Richard E... All Things Chemical- 2026 Forecast: TSCA Reform Developments — A Conversation with Richard E...

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Richard E. Engler, Director of Chemistry for B&C ..
The Data Center Supply Agreements: An In‑House Lawyer’s Handbook The Data Center Supply Agreements: An In‑House Lawyer’s Handbook

As demand for generative AI and computing power accelerates, data center construction has surged,..