Worldwide: Corporate/Commercial Law

In this episode of the Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor, host Daniel Pope is joined by Shailesh Sahay and Stephen Wald to discuss how ESG compliance is evolving as California and international regulators...

The landscape of digital assets has long been described as the “Wild West” of finance. However, the frontier is rapidly being fenced in. In a landmark move, the U.S.

The SEC has proposed amendments allowing public companies to elect semiannual reporting on new Form 10-S instead of quarterly Form 10-Qs, while maintaining annual Form 10-K filings. This optional framework aims to provide companies greater flexibility in choosing reporting cadences that align with their business needs and investor expectations, while preserving the same narrative disclosures and financial information requirements currently mandated for quarterly reports.

As franchise systems enter 2026, they should anticipate ongoing challenges and emerging trends. Key areas of focus include the American Franchise Act, FDD comments, and enforcement issues such as fees...

Building a startup isn’t just about product and growth—it’s about getting the legal and financial foundation right from day one.

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule establishing a nationwide standard for joint employer status under federal labor laws, introducing a four-factor test that could significantly...

The SEC has proposed allowing public companies to choose semiannual reporting instead of quarterly filings, marking a potential sea change in disclosure requirements.

On April 13, 2026, President Trump signed into law the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, which reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.

In recent weeks, Chairman Atkins has made several statements regarding the private credit industry. Specifically, in his remarks at the Economic Club of Washington, Chairman Atkins stated in no uncertain terms that “opacity in th[e] space can be an issue” and “valuation, transparency, and credit quality are key.

The UK’s data protection regulator, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published guidance for charities to use the new charitable purposes soft opt-in for electronic marketing.

This is an overview of the steps to establish a section 501(c)(3) organization that is exempt from paying income tax (including both a private foundation and an operating charitable...

The Greenville Community Shelter serves the homeless and those at risk of homelessness by providing safe housing, and assisting them in developing a long-term plan that leads to self-sufficiency.