Apr 24, 2024 | Business Litigation, Employment Law
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a Final Rule which bans noncompete clauses for all but a few employees. If the rule goes into effect, even existing noncompetes for the vast majority of American workers would be deemed unenforceable. The...
Apr 23, 2024 | Brand Protection, Trademark Enforcement, Trademark Protection
A Texas trademark showdown between two tequila brands came to a likely end earlier this week, with the plaintiff’s bid for an injunction being shaken and the defendant’s brand unstirred. In Casa Tradicion, S.A. de C.V. v. Casa Azul Spirits, LLC, CV H-22-2972, 2024 WL...
Apr 23, 2024 | Land Use Law
Navigating the development of land, whether for personal or commercial purposes, involves a multifaceted process encompassing legal, financial, and environmental considerations. Central to this process is land use planning, an indispensable aspect of development and...
Apr 23, 2024 | Accessory Dwelling Units
In the vibrant city of Atlanta, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) offer homeowners a flexible housing solution while upholding the distinctive charm of residential neighborhoods. Also referred to as granny flats, in-law suites, or backyard cottages, ADUs can either...
Apr 23, 2024 | Government Investigations
In the wake of the fiasco leaving thousands of Taylor Swift fans without tickets to see their favorite performer, Ticketmaster faces scrutiny from the Department of Justice for alleged questionable business practices. Since its longstanding merger with Live Nation in...
Apr 22, 2024 | White Collar Crime
In 1997, the Supreme Court of the United States decided the case of United States v. Watts. The police in Watts discovered cocaine and guns in the defendant’s house. At trial, Watts was convicted of possessing cocaine, but acquitted of using a firearm in relation to a...
Apr 17, 2024 | Liquor Law
As urban landscapes evolve, cities are constantly exploring innovative ways to invigorate their downtown cores. Allowing outdoor alcohol consumption is one way to get the party started. This forward-thinking approach not only fosters a vibrant social atmosphere, but...
Apr 17, 2024 | White Collar Crime
The DOJ announced that Dr. William Lawrence Siefert and Dr. Timothy Ehn were sentenced to prison for their roles in a fraudulent urine drug testing scheme. The two doctors were found guilty of health care fraud and conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Dr. Ehn is a...
Apr 16, 2024 | Government Investigations, Health Care Fraud
On April 11, the Department of Justice announced the sentencing of Daphne Jenkins, a nurse practitioner from Virginia, in a federal court in Boston. The case involved a $7.8 million telemedicine fraud scheme related to durable medical equipment (DME), including...
