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16 Jun 2021 Author : InfoPro Community Manager

The Practical Guidance Journal, Summer 2021 Edition

 

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Cannabidiol Regulatory Landscape and Enforcement Risks
The legalization of cannabidiol, or CBD, means an explosion of consumer products. Learn more about the regulatory framework for the marketing and sale of CBD products, as well as enforcement actions by the Food and Drug Administration. Page 18. 
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The Lessons of the COVID-19 Force Majeure Cases

COVID-19 has made force majeure a popular legal tactic. Read about how courts are resolving disputes when a party, such as a commercial tenant, uses force majeure to excuse non-performance of a contract, such as a lease. Plus, get guidance on drafting effective force majeure clauses to help protect your clients’ interests. Page 36.
Read this related content: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Kit: Force Majeure, Contract Performance, and Dispute Resolution

 

MORE HIGHLIGHTS

U.S. Supreme Court Securities Litigation Decisions
A century ago, it was common for companies and brokers to “say anything” to induce investors to buy their shares. Now, federal laws and agencies work to ensure honesty, transparency and fair play in the market. Read about how the U.S. Supreme Court addresses some of the critical facets of securities laws, including: liability for statements of opinion and belief; the scope of liability under both the 1933 and 1934 federal statutes; and disgorgement in agency enforcement actions. Page 44. 
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Subchapter V Recent Developments

The Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 (SBRA), which became effective in early 2020, created Subchapter V, allowing small business debtors to address their outstanding liabilities in a new and efficient Chapter 11 proceeding. Get an overview of Subchapter V and the recent legislation that temporarily amends Subchapter V to address COVID-19’s economic impact. Page 66. 
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