Government
Greater Emphasis on Corporate Compliance Programs
Article
The Department of Justice is taking aim at corporations and investing resources into the evaluation of the effectiveness of corporate compliance programs.
Akerman Adds CFPB Regulatory and Enforcement Lawyers
NEWS
Thomas Kearney and Mary (Molly) Calkins join the firm’s Washington, D.C., office, working in federal and state compliance as well as operational support capabilities.
Insurance Partially Covers Merck’s $830 Million Vioxx Settlement
NEWS
The company’s cash payment for the settlement and fees will be about $680 million after reimbursement from insurance policies, Merck said.
The Disturbing Legal Consequences Of Ted Cruz Birtherism
Commentary
There is good evidence that the founding fathers would have understood the words “natural born citizen” to mean only people born within a nation’s borders, but there’s also strong evidence on the other side of the debate, according to an article published by ThinkProgress.
Hillary Clinton’s Coming Legal Crisis
NEWS
The latest release of Hillary Clinton emails entails real risks for her, according to a report published by RealClear Politics.
10 U.S. Sailors Detained By Iran Freed
NEWS
Secretary of State John Kerry credited diplomatic strength and newly developed ties with Iran in helping secure the quick and safe release of 10 American sailors Wednesday, reports CNN.
Is Ted Cruz, Born in Canada, Eligible for the Presidency?
NEWS
Legal experts say a child’s citizenship can be determined based on where he or she is born and who the parents are.
Obama’s Gun Control Actions Open Legal Can of Worms
Commentary
While the new guidance says collectors and gun hobbyists are largely exempt, the exact definition of who must register and conduct background checks is vague.
Caution by Company Officers Can Create Problems for Boards
Article
New policies create incentives for companies to give up individuals believed responsible for corporate wrongdoing, in hopes of receiving leniency from prosecutors.
Bankler Report: Congressional Tax Bill
Analysis
Will you or your law firm practice be affected by this week’s compromise by Congressional leaders regarding taxes and deductions if it becomes law?
Whitewater, Two Decades Later: Lessons Learned as the Sole Investigative Accountant
White Paper
One could say that the Whitewater investigation presented a “trial by fire” test of my Daubert prowess, since the standard was still in its infancy.
LifeLock Pays Big to Settle FTC Suit Over Weak Data Security
NEWS
Identity theft protection firm LifeLock will pay the Federal Trade Commission $100 million to settle charges that it failed to comply with a 2010 federal court order, the FTC said on Thursday.
House Reaches Accord on Spending and Tax Cuts
NEWS
The vote illustrates the deep disagreements over an array of policy provisions that have left weeks of negotiations tinged with acrimony.
HIPAA Compliance Quiz for Lawyers
Resource
Legal Workspace has produced free online test to help corporate executives and counsel determine whether their firms are in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
The Problem: Renewables’ Intermittent Power Generation
Article
Energy storage offers a way to harness renewables at their peak supply and deploy them at their peak demand.
Brian D. Miller Joins Rogers Joseph O’Donnell
NEWS
Brian D. Miller has joined the Washington, D.C., office of Rogers Joseph O’Donnell, P.C. as a shareholder.
Obamacare’s Impact on Employment: An Early Look
NEWS
Early numbers show that locations with a high percentage of uninsured Americans, such as Texas, ended up experiencing a rise in employment, salaries and output in comparison to areas with less exposure to the health care law.
Site Describes ‘Security Farce’ at Company That Held Clinton’s Emails
NEWS
The site said the facility is owned by Datto Inc. and was part of the network that stored classified messages from the private email server the Democratic presidential candidate used.
Railroad Legal Issues and Resources
White PaperIssues explored in the report range from abandonment and discontinuance to constitutional law, construction, contracts, interaction with regulatory agencies, safety, retirement, and numerous other subjects.
Claims Webinar Series: Contract Terminations
On-Demand
In the course of contract performance, a number of issues may arise between the contractor and the government, including differing interpretations over specifications, changes to the scope of work, modification of terms and conditions, funding issues, and prevailing wage adjustments.
