Class action lawsuits are powerful legal mechanisms for addressing widespread harm while streamlining litigation complexities and costs. However, navigating class actions requires precision, strategy, and a thorough understanding of their unique challenges. For even the most experienced litigators, mistakes can be costly, and the nuances of class actions often present pitfalls for the unprepared. This video webcast is meant to be a comprehensive resource for practitioners who are newer to class actions or those looking for a finetuning of the fundamentals. Register today for this master class on asserting or challenging class actions!

Business owners often relocate themselves and their businesses to different states, typically seeking more favorable tax conditions. The growing trend of changing domicile—the legal term for a person’s permanent home and primary residence—reflects this desire to optimize tax obligations. However, if your client is a business owner, relocating their personal residence alone won’t necessarily exempt them from tax liabilities in their previous state if your client's business continues to operate there. Understanding the intersection of domicile, residency, and business operations is essential for optimizing your client's tax position and avoiding costly mistakes.

Commercial real estate workouts are crucial for avoiding foreclosure, maintaining financial stability, and preserving property values, benefiting both lenders and borrowers. A "serious" default occurs when financial shortfalls lead to the nonpayment of secured debt, possibly the result of interest rate fluctuations or declining property values. Whether you are advising the borrower or the lender, you need a practical roadmap to assess viable options, provide beneficial solutions, and draft workable terms for the agreement.

Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) are increasingly common in corporate America, serving as crucial tools for protecting confidential information during commercial transactions and talent acquisitions. However, poorly drafted NDAs can have unintended consequences, such as restricting the receiving party’s ability to pursue other transactions, exposing trade secrets to possible competitors, and more. Register for this webcast, designed to help corporate and business counsel navigate common NDA pitfalls that could jeopardize deals or compromise business success.

Small claimants often face significant hurdles in pursuing justice for civil disputes. Traditional resources like pro bono services, legal aid, and family loans remain crucial, but they are often insufficient for claimants with limited resources or claims too small to attract funding. Join us for an insightful session that delves into the evolving landscape of access to justice for small claimants, exploring both traditional and emerging legal pathways. This webcast is designed to address key issues facing individuals with small claims and highlight innovative solutions to help them navigate the legal system.

A demand letter is more than just an initial salvo in the litigation process—it’s a strategic tool for advocating on behalf of your client and persuading the opposing party to agree to favorable terms, potentially avoiding court altogether. However, a letter filled with inflammatory language or a careless recitation of facts can backfire, leading to costly delays rather than progress. Crafting an effective demand letter requires a carefully considered tone and well-structured content, ensuring the best chance of resolving claims before litigation escalates.

In a landmark ruling with far-reaching consequences for federal agencies and the regulated community, the Supreme Court overturned the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine. The Court’s Loper Bright v. Raimondo and Corner Post Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System decision fundamentally changes Chevron deference, requiring courts to interpret laws independently without relying on agency expertise. This decision means courts must exercise “independent judgment” and give a statute its “best meaning” rather than accepting “reasonable” agency interpretations. How will this decision reshape administrative law and affect labor and employment cases to come?

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