UPC After Brexit: The United Kingdom’s Salty Sea Voyage

When you’re pulled over by law enforcement in San Diego, the interaction can feel intimidating—especially if you’re asked whether the officer can search your vehicle. Understanding your legal rights in this situation is essential. If you feel that your rights have been violated during a traffic stop or vehicle search in San Diego, get expert legal advice on vehicle searches. Call Sevens Legal at (619) 430-2355 for a free legal consultation. Key Takeaways • Refusing a vehicle search is your legal right under the Fourth Amendment. • Law enforcement needs consent, probable cause, or another valid reason to search your vehicle. • Stay calm and be respectful when asserting your rights during a traffic stop. • If an illegal search occurs, document the details and consult a criminal defense lawyer. • Evidence obtained from an illegal search may be inadmissible in court. • An experienced criminal defense attorney can challenge…

Dentons Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Maureen Migliazzo has received the Australian Financial Review 2025 Women in Leadership Award in the Professional Services category.  Australasia, Australia

Global law firm Dentons provided legal advice to CA Immo on the successful sale of the Visionary office building located in Prague 7 - Holešovice. Real Estate, Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Prague

Global law firm Dentons provided legal advice to CA Immo on the successful sale of the Visionary office building located in Prague 7 - Holešovice. Real Estate, Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Prague

As most will recall, the Supreme Court has spent the last several years reinventing statutory interpretation in agency cases. That project has now been pithily summarized in the recent opinion in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County: “As a general matter, when an agency interprets a statute, judicial review of the agency’s interpretation is de novo.” The Court cites to its own 2024 decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, but even that opinion did not so clearly specify the standard of review as the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition opinion does. The Court’s statement in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition therefore seems like a remarkably clear distillation of the prevailing anti-deference mood—except that the rest of the opinion goes on to explain why deference is the watchword when it comes to cases brought under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Like so many of the Court’s recent decisions,…

A tragic accident occurred on June 10, 2025, at approximately 12:45 PM on Interstate 80 West near the UC Davis off-ramp in Davis, California. A male driver was found slumped over the steering wheel of a white tractor with a black trailer after the vehicle collided with an exit sign. Emergency services, including the Davis Police Department and Yolo County medical personnel, were promptly dispatched to the scene. Despite the swift response, the driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. The Yolo County Coroner’s Office has taken custody of the deceased. The incident led to the temporary closure of the westbound off-ramp to UC Davis, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area. The off-ramp has since been reopened, and traffic is gradually returning to normal. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and the vehicle involved has been cleared from the scene. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area and to…

A Senate bill re-introduced this week threatens security and free speech on the internet. EFF urges Congress to reject the STOP CSAM Act of 2025 (S. 1829), which would undermine services offering end-to-end encryption and force internet companies to take down lawful user content.    TAKE ACTION Tell Congress Not to Outlaw Encrypted Apps As in the version introduced last Congress, S. 1829 purports to limit the online spread of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), also known as child pornography. CSAM is already highly illegal. Existing law already requires online service providers who have actual knowledge of “apparent” CSAM on their platforms to report that content to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). NCMEC then forwards actionable reports to law enforcement agencies for investigation.  S. 1829 goes much further than current law and threatens to punish any service that works to keep its users secure, including…

Marc Greendorfer (Zachor Legal Institute) & Vanessa Hites (Zachor Legal Institute) has posted When Words Wound: Pure Speech Meets Federal Antidiscrimination Law on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This article is a timely critique of First Amendment litigation relating to campus protests regarding the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Much of the litigation in this space is based on claims that certain campus protest activity violates Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and in one recent decision, a federal judge opined that there may be conflict between Title VI enforcement and the First Amendment. While the judge’s comments were dicta, they have already started an intense dialogue as to the limits of federal antidiscrimination laws and will likely become an important counterargument by those who support campus protest activity. This article examines the judge’s comments and compares them to First Amendment precedent and exceptions to the “pure…

What to Expect If You Owe Back Taxes You’ve received a notice from the IRS, filed a tax return showing that you owe taxes, or discovered a tax liability on your IRS account online—now what? What happens if you owe taxes to the IRS? Well, the IRS has a thorough collections process that it follows in an attempt to recover unpaid taxes. Even if you cannot afford to pay your tax liability, you should still file timely to avoid hefty late-filing penalties. To avoid IRS collections, you should be proactive. If you can’t pay in full, other payment options can help you stay in good standing with the IRS, including installment agreements, offers in compromise, and currently not collectible status. But if you don’t make arrangements, you will face the agency’s collection process as detailed throughout this post. Key Takeaways IRS Collections – If you owe taxes, the IRS will attempt to collect using the Automated Collection System, a third-party…

California lawmakers are continuing to promote a bill that will reinforce the power of giant AI companies by burying small AI companies and non-commercial developers in red tape, copyright demands and potentially, lawsuits. After several amendments, the bill hasn’t improved much, and in some ways has actually gotten worse. If A.B. 412 is passed, it will make California’s economy less innovative, and less competitive.  The Bill Threatens Small Tech Companies A.B. 412 masquerades as a transparency bill, but it’s actually a government-mandated “reading list” that will allow rights holders to file a new type of lawsuit in state court, even as the federal courts continue to assess whether and how federal copyright law applies to the development of generative AI technologies.  The bill would require developers—even two-person startups— to keep lists of training materials that are “registered, pre-registered or indexed”…

On June 10, 2025, the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman published a decision (in FI) where it found that the processing of personal data for enforcing parking violations was unlawful because the enforcement mechanism was not described in the parking rental agreement.  This recent decision is a striking example of how data protection and consumer protection law are increasingly intertwined.  The case demonstrates that the way in which customer services—and any related enforcement mechanisms for non-performance—are described in contracts is not just a matter of consumer transparency, but a legal requirement for the lawful processing of personal data under Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR (“processing [that] is necessary for the performance of a contract”). Background In this case, persons who violated certain applicable rules for parking in a designated area (e.g., did not display a badge indicating their right to park), set out in a…

Joshua Stock from Weiland Button, PLC – Attorneys at Law, represented a client charged with Driving while Intoxicated (DWI), a Class 1 Misdemeanor, and Refusal to Provide Breath Sample, in the Richmond General District Court. If convicted, the client would have been facing up to twelve (12) months of Jailtime and a mandatory twelve (12) month driver’s license suspension. After meticulous preparation, Mr. Stock was able to make a Motion to Suppress based on a unique 4th Amendment Violation. The Judge took the matter into consideration as it was a novel legal issue for the court. On the return date, the Judge granted the Motion to Suppress and found the client Not Guilty, Dismissing not only one but both charges. The client walked out of court with no jail, license suspension, insurance increases or anything! If you or a loved one is facing a similar charge, be sure to reach out to the law firm of Weiland Button, PLC at (804) 355-8037. The post DWI, a Class 1…

Employers are generally free to fire employees for any reason they see fit. However, there are some grounds for termination that are prohibited by law. If an employer fires an employee for such a reason, this is known as wrongful termination. In this article, we discuss how to know if you have been wrongfully terminated.  What is Wrongful Termination? Missouri operates under a system of at-will employment. This means that an employer may terminate an employee for any reason except those that are in violation of federal and state laws. Common examples of issues that may result in wrongful termination include: An employer terminating an employee for reporting illegal activity in the workplace, safety violations, or workplace harassment An employer terminating an employee based on protected characteristics, such as race, pregnancy, or gender identity An employer terminating an employee in retaliation for the employee filing a workers’ compensation claim …

HBO’s hit series Succession isn’t just a gripping drama—it’s a masterclass in estate mismanagement. The show chronicles the Roy family’s vicious power struggles over their billion-dollar media empire, exposing many legal and personal pitfalls that commonly arise in estate disputes. While most families won’t be fighting for control of a conglomerate, the underlying themes offer valuable insights for estate planning and probate litigation. Ambiguity Leads to Conflict One of the central legal messes in Succession stems from the unclear and disputed nature of Logan Roy’s estate plan. The series illustrates how uncertainty—such as an undated, handwritten note with possible alterations—can spark chaos among heirs. Lesson: A well-drafted, up-to-date estate plan is essential. A properly executed will or trust can reduce the likelihood of disputes and ensure that your wishes are legally enforceable. Learn more about estate litigation…

Partner Lana Muranovic will take part in a panel titled “Sanctions and Export Controls as a Means of Trade Policy” at the 36th EFA Conference 2025, which will be held June 26-27, 2025, in Linz, Austria. The European Forum for Foreign Economic Affairs is a forum for the exchange of academic ideas and practical experience in foreign trade, excise tax and customs law and brings together members from administration, courts, legal tax and management consulting firms, commercial enterprises and academia. More information.

One of the central purposes of a strong civil justice system is to promote public safety by holding wrongdoers financially accountable. When negligent individuals or corporations know they may face significant financial liability, they are far more likely to act responsibly. Short of criminal prosecution, few things are more effective at incentivizing safe conduct than the threat of losing money. Sovereign immunity, however, undercuts this principle. Rooted in the old-world doctrine that “the king can do no wrong” (Latin: Rex non potest peccare), sovereign immunity was designed to shield monarchs from legal consequences. Today, this concept survives in modern constitutional monarchies like the United Kingdom, Japan, and the Netherlands. Unfortunately, it has also made its way into American law—particularly in states like Florida. Florida’s Version of Sovereign Immunity Florida has adopted a modified form of sovereign immunity for civil cases, including…

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When a driver is behind the wheel of a commercial truck, they have many responsibilities, including securing the cargo. Securing cargo is a constant concern for many operators on the road.  How often do they check? While the federal government sets minimum standards, drivers will still make these inspections throughout the course of their trip. By not checking their cargo, drivers put everyone at risk. Many times, these actions can lead to a serious truck accident on Reno’s highways.   Here is how often truck drivers should check their cargo loads and why those checks matter.  Federal Requirements  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) specifies the minimum cargo securement inspection standards across the country. You can find them in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) §392.9. These regulations apply to most commercial vehicles operating in interstate commerce. According to the rules, there are three…