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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.

Dentons has become the first large law firm in Australia to announce they have achieved a 0% median gender gay gap, after just completing the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Compliance reporti

Warner Music Group just sued DSW for using 200+ hit songs in social media ads—without permission. Those TikToks could now cost $30M. On this episode of The Briefing, entertainment and IP attorneys Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down the legal firestorm and what every brand needs to know before hitting “post.” Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. Subscribe to Podcast Subscribe on YouTube

Researching Competitors’ Links Backlink analysis plays a crucial role in any SEO strategy for legal professionals, presenting opportunities to improve a law firm’s website’s authority and rankings. By utilizing various third-party tools such as Semrush, Ahrefs, Moz, and Majestic, legal professionals can conduct effective research on competitors’ backlink profiles. Each of these tools offers valuable insights, though they employ different indexing methods. Since Google’s internal backlink data isn’t available to third parties, competitor analysis using these tools is essential for gathering comprehensive backlink information. Semrush is highly recommended for backlink analysis due to its comprehensive features and user-friendly interface, followed by Ahrefs and Moz. While Majestic is useful, it may not be as comprehensive as the others. Semrush offers a range of subscription plans to suit different needs and budgets, making it suitable for…

Temporary vs. permanent layoffs are back in the spotlight across Ontario, as workers navigate job insecurity in an uncertain economy. According to a recent survey by the Toronto Region Board of Trade, nearly 40% of Toronto-area workers fear losing their jobs in the next 12 months. For younger workers under 35, that number climbs to nearly 50%. With major May 2025 layoff announcements from TD Bank, OpenText, and Alstom, employees across industries are left wondering what their rights are—and what they’re truly owed—whether their layoff is temporary or permanent. Understanding Temporary vs. Permanent Layoffs Ontario law treats temporary vs. permanent layoffs very differently. Knowing which category your situation falls into is crucial for protecting your legal rights, accessing severance, and ensuring continued benefits where applicable. A temporary layoff occurs when an employer suspends an employee’s work with the intention of recalling them…

Judge John Bates, appointed by George W. Bush, is overseeing the litigation filed by Jenner & Block against the Trump administration challenging the Executive Order targeting the firm. Bates quickly issued a temporary restraining order, barring the enforcement of the most pernicious provisions of the EO. And Jenner followed up with a motion for summary judgment. Now that’s been granted with Judge Bates writing the EO is “null and void.” “More subtle but perhaps more pernicious is the message the [executive order] sends to the lawyers whose unalloyed advocacy protects against governmental viewpoint becoming government-imposed orthodoxy,” Bates wrote. “This order, like the others, seeks to chill legal representation the administration doesn’t like, thereby insulating the Executive Branch from the judicial check fundamental to the separation of powers. It thus violates the Constitution and the Court will enjoin its operation in…

Neck and Back Pain After a Car Accident: Could It Be a Herniated Disc? Neck and back pain are some of the most common complaints after a car accident. While some soreness is expected after a crash, especially in rear-end or side-impact collisions, persistent pain may signal something more serious—like a herniated disc. Unfortunately, many car accident victims ignore the signs or don’t realize how severe a disc injury can be until it’s too late. At Anderson Franco Law, we’ve helped countless accident victims in San Francisco and across California get compensation for spinal injuries, including herniated discs. If you’re dealing with ongoing pain after a car crash, this guide explains what a herniated disc is, how to spot it, and what legal steps to take to protect your health and your rights. What Is a Herniated Disc? Your spine is made up of small bones called vertebrae. Between each vertebra is a cushion-like disc that acts as a shock…

No, not quite. Frequent readers of my Truth on the Market posts (and I hope that the plural form is not self-delusion) may recall my March musings about “What Changes Might, and Should, a New FTC Majority Bring?” I wondered whether a new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) majority might drop, among other things, the rushed and ill-considered Robinson Patman Act (RPA) case against Pepsi. Just remember, you read it here first. As I noted at the time: Ferguson and Holyoak were none too pleased with the circulation. Writing his dissent in his last days as a minority commissioner, Ferguson was clear that the presented case seemed nowhere near the enforcement margin:  The gaping holes in the evidence that Commission staff collected in its limited investigation make it impossible to determine whether the defendant, PepsiCo, Inc. (“Pepsi”), has broken the law. The Commission majority sues Pepsi nonetheless. The paucity of evidence is not a problem for the…

Columbia Global Freedom of Expression seeks to contribute to the development of an integrated and progressive jurisprudence and understanding on freedom of expression and information around the world.  It maintains an extensive database of international case law. This is its newsletter dealing with recent developments  in the field. “If First Amendment freedoms are compromised, our democracy will be compromised, too,” argues a collective letter published this week by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University. “We fear that if major institutions continue to submit rather than stand on their rights, the freedoms of speech and the press will be seriously and perhaps irrecoverably weakened.” Responding to President Trump’s multi-frontal assault on free speech, the signatories – ACLU, the Committee to Protect Journalists, FIRE, the Freedom of the Press Foundation, Reporters…

Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally draining process. If you have decided to divorce, or if you are even considering it, you need to understand the grounds for divorce under the Texas Family Code. There is no such thing as being unable to secure a divorce if you want one — even over your spouse’s objections. Nevertheless, Texas recognizes three fault-based and four no-fault grounds for divorce. If you are a spouse seeking a divorce, contact a San Antonio divorce lawyer to help you decide which of these options is right for you. Preliminary: Texas residence requirements Texas requires either you or your spouse to have accumulated at least six months of residency in Texas and 90 days of residence in the county where the divorce was filed. There are exceptions for military families. Your sworn statement might be enough to prove residency. You don’t have to live in Texas to file for divorce there, as long as your spouse meets residency requirements.…

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…

["This means Harvard can no longer enroll foreign students and existing foreign students must transfer or lose their legal status."] So the Department of Homeland Security announced today. A few tentative thoughts; if it turns out that I have erred in my understanding of the facts or of the program, I'll update them as necessary: [1.] Unsurprisingly, student and exchange visitor visas are issued only to people who can show that they really are students and exchange visitors, and at recognized institutions that fulfill the visa program's goals. There are therefore procedures both for certifying and decertifying educational institutions as eligible for the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. [2.] Equally unsurprisingly, institutions have to provide various information about students and the students' conduct. The DHS letter claims that: On April 16, 2025, Secretary Noem demanded Harvard provide information about the criminality and misconduct of foreign…

["Because the Constitution vests the executive power in the President, he may remove without cause executive officers who exercise that power on his behalf, subject to narrow exceptions recognized by our precedents."] From today's majority opinion in Trump v. Wilcox (see also Josh's post below): The Government has applied for a stay of orders from the District Court for the District of Columbia enjoining the President's removal of a member of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and a member of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), respectively. The President is prohibited by statute from removing these officers except for cause, and no qualifying cause was given. The application for stay presented to The Chief Justice and by him referred to the Court is granted. Because the Constitution vests the executive power in the President, see Art. II, §1, cl. 1, he may remove without cause executive officers who exercise that power on his…