Dentons Lee Strengthens its Insurance and Reinsurance Capabilities with the addition of Foreign Attorney Anna Jeewon Shin

Readers will recall that I’ve posted a few times over the years about Pamela Samuelson and her American Law Institute “Restatement of Copyright” astroturf project. As predicted, that Big Tech propaganda campaign is now collapsing under its own weight. Color me shocked. In the Beginning was the Word from Pamela Samuelson This whole waste of space began with Professor Pamela Samuelson’s arrogant fever dream: Rewrite the Copyright Act to completely reorder the rights of authorship. What we did not know then that we may know now is why? My bet is on eroding if not destroying copyright for the really big money–artificial intelligence training. In one way or another, all of the moves that Big Tech has made with the millions if not billions that they have invested in astroturf organizations, cy pres awards, anti-artist litigation and flat out lobbying since around 1998 has been in aid of the AI coup de grace. And there has been no more loyal…

A total of 42 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes were reported from 21 states – Alabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and West Virginia.  Illnesses started on dates ranging from August 17, 2018, to March 13, 2025. Of 42 people with information available, 41 were hospitalized. A total of 14 deaths were reported from 9 states: California, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New York, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Most people in this outbreak reported living in long-term care facilities or were hospitalized prior to becoming sick. The true number of sick people in this outbreak was likely higher than the number reported, and the outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because some people recover…

As of May 9, 2025, a total of 10 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from two states. Sick people’s samples were collected on dates ranging from December 3, 2023, to September 9, 2024. Of 10 people with information available, all 10 have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. The true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely higher than the number reported, and this outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because some people recover without medical care and are not tested for Listeria. Currently, there have been no illnesses identified in 2025. However, a recent environmental isolate was collected at Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and illnesses may not yet be reported. CDC investigated this outbreak in 2024. Epidemiologic evidence in previous investigations identified that sick people were in healthcare settings such as hospitals prior to becoming sick, and…

Charities – If the status quo is harming your ability to advance your mission consistent with your values, what can you do? What should you do? The first question is a little easier to answer from a legal perspective. But I’ll try to provide a tiny amount of personal insights on the second question at the end of this post. Background I presented to the Nonprofit Activists Coalition earlier this week on what charities (and some other tax-exempt organizations) can do related to advocacy and lobbying. We had not planned to time this with the release of a new draft tax bill working its way through the House, but the draft reinforced why it’s so important for nonprofits collectively to inform their supporters, the general public, our lawmakers, and other political officials about what they do and what they contribute to making our communities, our country, and our planet healthier and stronger. While my presentation did not focus specifically on the draft…

Sex offenses in New Jersey are among the most serious crimes a person can be charged with. But not all sex crimes are treated the same. New Jersey classifies these offenses into different degrees based on the nature of the act, the age and vulnerability of the alleged victim, and the use of force or coercion. Each classification carries its own potential sentence, parole restrictions, and long-term consequences. If you’ve been charged—or are under investigation—for a sex offense, understanding how these crimes are categorized is essential. This knowledge can shape your defense strategy and help you understand the potential outcomes of your case. Degrees of Sex Offenses in New Jersey New Jersey categorizes crimes into first-, second-, third-, and fourth-degree indictable offenses, which are equivalent to felonies in other states. Most sex crimes fall within the first three categories. Here’s how they break down: First-Degree Sex Offenses These are the…

OpenAI darf die Konversationen aus der Nutzung von APIs und ChatGPT aufgrund einer gerichtlichen Verfügung in den USA vorläufig nicht mehr löschen. In der Folge muss Open unfreiwillig Milliarden von Konversationen mit ChatGPT und über die API vorläufig aufbewahren. OpenAI kann damit viele gesetzliche und vertragliche Pflichten nicht mehr einhalten. Hintergrund ist ein Rechtsstreit zwischen der New York Times und OpenAI an einem Gericht in New York. Die New York Times hatte Ende 2023 gegen OpenAI wegen der Verwendung von Zeitungsartikeln für das Training von KI-Modellen geklagt. 13. Mai 2025: Gericht verfügt Aufbewahrung aller «Output Log Data» Im Rechtsstreit steht der Vorwurf im Raum, OpenAI habe «Output Logs» bzw. «User Conversations» gelöscht, welche die New York Times für das Verfahren für wichtig hält: «[In] the immediate months after The Times…

We recently posted a piece about how local Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston) has once again lobbied the Texas Legislature during its 2025 session to gut the Michael Morton Act—a 2013 act designed to prevent wrongful convictions—in a manner that would resurrect the kind of prosecutorial misconduct that made Texas one of the nation’s leaders in wrongful convictions secured through such misconduct. Not satisfied with this draconian law-and-order effort (a pro-victim/prosecution effort as she would call it), Huffman has joined forces with Gov. Gregg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, and a cadre of her like-minded Republican colleagues to restrict bail constitutionally. At the opening of the 2025 Legislative session earlier this year, Abbott used his State of State Address to inform the legislature (58 percent of whom are Republicans) that his continued political assault on the constitutional right to bail would be an “emergency item” for lawmakers. Lt. Gov.…

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty Thursday in federal court to charges alleging she interfered with federal immigration enforcement by assisting a noncitizen avoiding arrest by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Judge Dugan is facing two federal charges, the first being concealing an individual to prevent arrest, and the second obstruction of justice. The charges stem from an April 18 incident in which she allegedly helped a man identified as Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, who is reportedly in the US without legal status, exit her courtroom through a back door to evade ICE agents waiting in the courthouse. The arraignment took place in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, where Magistrate Judge Stephen Dries scheduled a trial to begin on July 21. Dugan’s attorney, Steven Biskupic, stated the trial is expected to last approximately one week. Federal prosecutors allege that Dugan’s actions constituted active…

[The brief is on behalf of the Cato Institute and myself. ] Venezuelans fleeing the socialist regime of Nicolas Maduro. (NA)  On Friday, the Cato Institute and I filed a Supreme Court amicus brief in Noem v. Doe, a case where the Trump Administration is trying to terminate parole status for over 500,000 legal immigrants from four Latin American nations. The brief is available here. Here's a summary of the brief I prepared for the Cato website: In early 2023, the Department of Homeland Security established a program under which citizens of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela ("CHNV") were eligible to request two years of humanitarian parole into the United States if someone lawfully present in the United States was willing to sponsor them and commit to providing financial and other support. The policy was based on the highly successful Uniting for Ukraine parole program and a more limited parole program for Venezuelan nationals, both of which began in…

Global law firm Dentons, with a team led by Oliver Dreher, has again advised the German Finance Agency (Bundesrepublik Deutschland – Finanzagentur GmbH) on the successful syndication of a federa

We’re thrilled to announce that Dentons LuatViet has been honored in 8 practice areas at the Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ) Vietnam Law Firm Awards 2025—doubling our previous recognition

We are pleased to announce that Senior Attorney Hailey Hye-in Jin has been appointed as Legal Advisor to Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province for a two-year term, effective May 15, 2025.

Global law firm Dentons has advised Grupa Pracuj - the leader in HR Tech in Central and Eastern Europe - on a series of transactions to increase its stake in two leading Ukrainian recruitment platform

In a case involving a fatal car accident, the Appellate Division addressed whether a driver who admitted to falling asleep at the wheel could be found negligent as a matter of law. The lower court denied the plaintiffs’ motion for summary judgment, but the appellate court reversed. The case clarified the legal standards for holding drivers responsible when they fall asleep while operating a vehicle. Background FactsThe plaintiffs brought a lawsuit after their son died in a car accident. He had been a passenger in a vehicle driven by defendant Timothy M. Heyward. According to the evidence, Heyward fell asleep while driving. As a result, the car left the roadway and went down an embankment, causing the death of the passenger. In support of their motion for summary judgment, the plaintiffs presented evidence showing that Heyward had admitted to falling asleep at the wheel. The defendants did not offer any evidence to dispute that admission. However, the Supreme Court denied…

Israel’s High Court of Justice ruled Wednesday that the cabinet’s dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar was “improper” and “unlawful.” The court found the firing lacked valid justification and was based on a “thin and shaky factual foundation.” Expanding on the court’s reasoning, Court President Justice Isaac Amit condemned the government’s failure to consult the Senior Appointments Advisory Committee. He emphasized the critical importance of maintaining the Shin Bet’s independence, warning that granting the government unchecked control over the agency’s leadership would politicize it and compromise its vital role in protecting Israel’s democratic institutions. The court’s concerns were further magnified by the context surrounding Bar’s dismissal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who announced Bar’s removal in March citing a loss of confidence, did so amid ongoing sensitive…

Links and Google Rankings We will cover how citations and link-building may contribute to improving rankings on both Google’s organic search results and Google Business Profiles. Key concepts will be outlined, including the definition of a link, its impact on search rankings, fundamental principles of link value, and strategies for internal and external linking. Understanding these factors is essential for developing a robust SEO strategy that enhances online visibility and authority. The Link and Its Attributes Links serve as the backbone of the web, connecting pages and allowing seamless navigation between them. Essentially, a link directs users from one webpage to another, a fundamental principle that has shaped the internet since its inception. While early digital tools like HyperCard existed before the web, hyperlinks between sites created today’s interconnected online world. Before Google’s rise, search engines like AltaVista and Lycos led the…

Talking with parents about unwanted belongings can be a challenging conversation. Estate planning exists because people no longer have use for their possessions after they have died. These belongings must be given new homes. Estate planning documents like wills and trusts are used to designate heirs for assets. Although some assets are beneficial to loved ones, others are not. Initiating conversations with your parents about what you do not want to inherit can feel uncomfortable, but it is necessary. Families can avoid conflict and emotional stress through loving and open conversations around expectations. Discussing estate planning as a family can help clarify the distinction between property with sentimental value and unwanted belongings. Why Inheritance Conversations Matter All people enter the world with nothing. Their possessions are accumulated across their lifespan. Although some of these belongings carry deep meaning and value to various family members, others may not…

Golfers sustaining injury while out on the links is sometimes “par for the course”. Due to the nature of the sport, California courts consistently apply the “assumption of the risk” doctrine to claims by golf participants against golf course operators for injuries sustained from risks that are inherent in the sport itself. For example: “Golf is an active sport to which the assumption of the risk doctrine applies. (Dilger v. Moyles (1997) 54 Cal.App.4th 1452, 1454.) A recreation provider “owes no duty to a participant in an active sport to use due care to eliminate risks inherent in the sport.” (American Golf Corp. v. Superior Court (2000) 79 Cal.App.4th 30.) “When the risks are inherent, the defendant does not have a ‘duty to protect the plaintiff from those risks…or take steps to reduce those risks.’” (Fazio v. Fairbanks Ranch Country Club (2015) 233 Cal.App.4th 1053, 1058.) The inherent risk in golf…