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Hong Kong SFC Consults on Significant Reforms to the SFO Enforcement Provisions

On June 10, 2022, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission published a consultation paper on proposed amendments to enforcement-related provisions of the Securities and Futures Ordinance. This is particularly noteworthy, as the Consultation Paper marks the first time that the SFC has consulted on changes to enforcement-related provisions since the introduction of the SFO 20 years ago.

Client Alert | June 14, 2022

Supreme Court Holds That Parties To Private Foreign Or International Arbitrations Cannot Seek Discovery Assistance From U.S. Courts

On June 13, 2022, the Supreme Court held 9-0 that parties to private arbitrations abroad may not seek the assistance of federal courts in gathering evidence for use in those arbitrations.

Client Alert | June 13, 2022

EC Regulation on Foreign Subsidies Distorting the Internal Market

On 5 May 2021, the European Commission proposed a new Regulation on the grant of subsidies from foreign Governments outside the European Union to companies active within the European Union which are considered to distort competition in the EU.

Client Alert | June 7, 2022

Wettbewerbsverbote in Aktienoptionsplänen ausländischer Konzernmütter

Munich partner Mark Zimmer is the co-author of “Wettbewerbsverbote in Aktienoptionsplänen ausländischer Konzernmütter” published in the June 2022 issue of the German publication Recht der Internationalen Wirtschaft, together with Maryam Neumann.

Article | June 6, 2022

Supreme Court Holds That Airline Cargo Loaders Are Exempt From The Federal Arbitration Act

On June 6, 2022, the Supreme Court held that a ramp agent supervisor whose work frequently requires her to move baggage and other cargo on and off airplanes is a transportation worker exempt from the Federal Arbitration Act’s provisions requiring enforcement of arbitration agreements.

Client Alert | June 6, 2022

Recent Developments in New York’s Amended Anti-SLAPP Law

Our lawyers discuss recent developments in New York's anti-SLAPP law, including questions about if 2020 amendments to the law apply retroactively.

Client Alert | June 1, 2022

FTC Warns EdTech Providers Must Heed Children’s Privacy Rules

The Federal Trade Commission recently doubled down on its efforts to combat perceived deception and privacy violations in the education sector, and in particular, perceived violations by education technology providers and for-profit educational institutions.

Client Alert | May 27, 2022

Jarkesy Wins Relief From ALJ Control After Years of Fighting for His Right to a Jury Trial

New York partner Reed Brodsky and associate Michael Nadler are the authors of "Jarkesy Wins Relief From ALJ Control After Years of Fighting for His Right to a Jury Trial" published by The National Law Journal on May 25, 2022.

Article | May 25, 2022

Keeping Up with the EEOC: Artificial Intelligence Guidance and Enforcement Action

On May 12, 2022, more than six months after the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced its Initiative on Artificial Intelligence and Algorithmic Fairness, the agency issued its first guidance regarding employers’ use of Artificial Intelligence.

Client Alert | May 23, 2022

Supreme Court Holds Prejudice Not Required To Show Party Waived Right to Arbitrate

Today, the Supreme Court held 9-0 that prejudice is not required to show that a party waived the right to arbitrate.

Client Alert | May 23, 2022

International Comparative Legal Guide to: Anti-Money Laundering 2022

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is pleased to announce with Global Legal Group the release of the International Comparative Legal Guide to: Anti-Money Laundering 2022. Gibson Dunn partners Stephanie L. Brooker and Joel M. Cohen were again contributing editors to the publication which covers issues including criminal enforcement, regulatory and administrative enforcement and requirements for financial institutions and other designated businesses.

Client Alert | May 20, 2022

Ninth Circuit Enforces Forum Selection Bylaw Against Federal Securities Claim

On May 13, 2022, the Ninth Circuit affirmed a ruling that effectively bars plaintiffs from asserting federal securities law claims derivatively when a company has designated a state court venue as the exclusive forum for derivative actions.

Client Alert | May 20, 2022

New District Court Decision Provides Useful Guidance on Application of Trademark Law to Virtual Goods

A decision issued on May 18, 2022 by U.S. District Judge Jed S. Rakoff of the Southern District of New York may provide valuable insight into how courts will consider trademark claims regarding NFTs.

Client Alert | May 20, 2022

Complying With Electronic Monitoring Laws In NY And Beyond

New York partner Harris Mufson and associate Lizzy Brilliant are the authors of "Complying With Electronic Monitoring Laws In NY And Beyond" published by Law360 on May 19, 2022.

Article | May 19, 2022

Webcast: The Role of ESG in Capital Markets

Issuers are facing increasing calls from stakeholders and regulators, as well as within their own organizations, to proactively address ESG across their business footprint. The heightened focus on ESG impacts the way issuers, underwriters and lenders participate in capital raising. Join us in a recorded presentation for a discussion on the new opportunities, products, challenges and requirements.

Webcasts | May 19, 2022

Russia strikes back – countersanctions

Washington, D.C. partner Judith Alison Lee and Munich associate Nikita Malevanny and Washington, D.C. associate Claire Yi are the authors of "Russia strikes back – countersanctions" published by Financier Worldwide in its June 2022 issue.

Article | May 17, 2022

The FTC at Full Strength: What to Expect Next

The addition of Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya establishes the first Democratic majority at the FTC since Commissioner Rohit Chopra left the agency. This alert addresses key issues that may see more activity in light of the new Democratic majority.

Client Alert | May 16, 2022

U.S. Privacy Law Update: Connecticut Enacts Comprehensive Privacy Law as Other States’ Laws Continue to Develop

Connecticut has joined California, Virginia, Colorado, and Utah in enacting comprehensive data privacy legislation, with a signature from Governor Lamont this week on the Connecticut Data Privacy Act.

Client Alert | May 13, 2022

Introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE

In this client alert, we provide a summary of the key policy drivers behind the introduction of a federal Corporate Tax on business profits in the United Arab Emirates, the key features of the proposed regime, and high level commentary contextualising the potential effects of the legislative reforms on our clients.

Client Alert | May 12, 2022

E&P A&D Business Strategies: Getting the Deal Done

Dallas partner Jonathan Whalen and Houston of counsel James Robertson are the authors of "E&P A&D Business Strategies: Getting the Deal Done" published by Oil and Gas Investor on April 28, 2022.

Article | May 11, 2022