Canada Cartels 2023 [Chambers Global Practice Guide]

Publication - Antitrust & Competition, Commercial Litigation

Michael Osborne and Samuel Bogetti contributed the Canada chapter to the Chambers Cartels 2023 Guide.

California Battles Retail Thefts | Calls to Hit Accelerator on Vehicle Standards | Sharing Genes Costs Vitagene

Publication - State Attorneys General

New York Assembly Passes Bill to Ban Non-Competes [Alert]

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, Labor & Employment, Trade Secrets, Restrictive Covenants, and Computer Abuse

On June 20, 2023, the New York State Assembly passed S3100A (Ryan)/A1278B (Joyner) on non-compete agreements and certain restrictive covenants.

Newest CSC EAB Member: “Old Pay-To-Play Format Is Long Gone”

News - Construction Law

Wendy Venoit was quoted in an article discussing her new role as a Construction SuperConference educational advisory board member and her opinions on the educational sessions that contribute to a successful conference.

Kenneth Cushing Named an “On the Rise – Top 40 Young Lawyer” by the American Bar Association

Press Release - Construction Law

Kenneth Cushing, a member of the firm’s Construction Law group, was named a 2023 “On the Rise – Top 40 Young Lawyer” by the American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division.

Would Artificial Intelligence Lie to Us? [Daily Business Review]

Publication - Artificial Intelligence, Intellectual Property, Patents

Samuel Lewis authored an article about using generative artificial intelligence systems for the practice of law.

The Frustrating Reality of Fair Use: AWF v. Goldsmith [Alert]

Publication - Copyright & Content, Intellectual Property

On May 18, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court released its long-awaited opinion in Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith.

Cozen Currents: The Limits of Trump's Domination

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

“Former President Trump remains dominant within the GOP despite his indictments. But his impact on down-ballot elections and the governing agenda remains as tenuous as ever.” — Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies — Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

FDCC’s Friday Five: Contractual Limitations on Umbrella Coverage and the Texas Supreme Court: Umbrella Policy Coverage Extended Beyond Service Contract Requirements

Publication - Casualty & Specialty Lines Coverage, Insurance Coverage - Insurance

Melissa Brill and William H. Craven wrote the article, "Contractual Limitations on Umbrella Coverage and the Texas Supreme Court: Umbrella Policy Coverage Extended Beyond Service Contract Requirements” that was featured in the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel’s Insurance Coverage Section of the Friday Five Newsletter.

What's Up With Expense Allocations In Mixed-Use Condominiums?

News - Condominiums & Cooperatives

Leni Morrison Cummins discusses the allocation of expenses between residential and commercial portions of mixed-use condominiums, emphasizing the significance of comprehending the established allocation methodology and its practical application on Habitat's Legal Talk podcast.

New York Note – Primary Election, NYPD Commissioner Resigns, Teacher Contract

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

News in New York – NYC Primary Election on Tuesday, June 27; NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell Resigns; Teachers Union Reaches Tentative Contract

How Do I Force a Developer to Finish Construction Work in My Building?

News - Condominiums & Cooperatives

Leni Morrison Cummins addresses the common challenges owners face in getting necessary work and repairs from developers when dealing with new construction projects in The New York Times.

Adams Administration Unveils the “City of Yes for Economic Opportunity Zoning Proposal” [Alert]

Publication - Real Estate, Zoning, Land Use & Development

Sunny Bhatt, Rachel Scall, and Vivien R. Krieger discuss Mayor Adams' "City of Yes for Economic Opportunity" proposal, the second of the mayor’s City of Yes zoning initiatives.

Jeffrey Pasek Elected Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Marc Sanders Foundation

Press Release - Labor & Employment

Jeffrey Pasek, past chair of Cozen O'Connor’s Labor & Employment Department, has been elected as the chair of the board of trustees for the Marc Sanders Foundation.

It’s (Not) About Time - Government May Move to Dismiss FCA Suit at Any Point During its Pendency [Alert]

Publication - Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Government Contracts, White Collar Defense & Investigations

The Supreme Court confirmed that the Government may intervene and move to dismiss a False Claims Act lawsuit at any time during the life of the case.

California Pay-Disclosure Practices Draw Scrutiny from Regulators

News - Labor & Employment

Michele Ballard Miller was quoted in SHRM discussing the new pay transparency requirements in California.

Your Non-compete Might Be Illegal: NLRB Turns Up Heat for Rank-and-File Workers

News - Labor & Employment, Labor Relations & Disputes, Trade Secrets, Restrictive Covenants, and Computer Abuse

Michael Schmidt was quoted in the New Jersey Law Journal discussing the National Labor Relations Board's memo warning that employment noncompete clauses for nonmanagerial employers are illegal.

Structuring Lease Agreements To Maximize Subrogation Recoveries

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

One of the most frustrating scenarios in the subrogation world is when a promising claim with clear liability on the part of a tenant is barred or limited based on lease language. When it comes to lease agreements, a potential future subrogation claim against a tenant is usually an afterthought.

Rethinking Restrictive Covenants: Delaware Courts’ Movement in Favor of the Restricted [Alert]

Publication - Capital Markets & Securities, Corporate

Chad Cowan and Ashley Park discuss two recent decisions in Delaware: Ainslie v. Cantor Fitzgerald L.P., and Intertek Testing Systems v. Eastman.

Managing Time and Evidence to Maximize Subrogation Recoveries in Canada

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

Our Canadian-based subrogation attorneys provided an overview of the Canadian limitations landscape.