Business Law and Corporate Law

The Iowa Supreme Court's landmark decision in In re Ezra L. Totton Scholarship addresses whether universities can modify race-based donor-restricted scholarships in response to changing legal landscapes following Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard. The Court ruled that while institutions may seek modifications when restrictions become impracticable, any changes must remain faithful to the donor's original charitable intent rather than simply serving institutional compliance goals. This precedent-settin

As government contractors face mounting scrutiny over diversity initiatives, a critical question emerges: can DEI-related representations trigger False Claims Act liability? This program examines how workplace diversity commitments intersect with federal fraud enforcement, exploring recent settlements and legal theories that have transformed DEI compliance into a potential source of significant legal exposure.

Recent lawsuits against theater organizations signal a dramatic shift in how diversity, equity and inclusion programs are being legally challenged. From discounted ticket promotions to apprenticeship opportunities, DEI initiatives that once seemed routine are now facing federal scrutiny and litigation under anti-discrimination laws. Theater companies, producers and arts organizations must navigate this evolving legal landscape to protect their programs while continuing to pursue diversity goals.

With the passing of Delaware House Bill 400 (“HB 400”), a series of fee increases have been implemented, including higher annual franchise taxes and expedited service fee maximums for corporate filings.

The hotel industry in 2026 faces a critical inflection point where technology investment alone no longer guarantees competitive advantage. As AI adoption accelerates, sustainability mandates tighten, and traveler behaviors shift amid economic uncertainty, the defining factor becomes whether hotels have transformed their technology into meaningful guest experiences. This analysis explores how hospitality brands can bridge the gap between technological capability and customer-centric innovation.

On June 12, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York issued a decision in Kiddie Academy Domestic Franchising, LLC v. Paradise Organization Corp., 2026 WL 1705964 (E.D.N.Y. June 12, 2026)...

How far can a CEO go in diverting a company’s most valuable assets to entities controlled by his spouse before the courts call it what it is: fraud? Paley v. Curious Holdings, LLC, 2026 NY Slip Op 50829(U) (Sup Ct NY County May 11, 2026) answers that question.

Explore the evolving risk landscape for Directors and Officers liability as corporate litigation, insurance recovery, and governance experts examine how cybersecurity breaches, AI-related claims...

The Delaware Court of Chancery has issued its first interpretation of the 2025 amendments to Section 144 of the Delaware General Corporation Law, establishing how courts will evaluate director independence challenges under the statute's new heightened presumption framework. What standard must plaintiffs now meet to overcome the presumption that directors of publicly traded companies are disinterested, and how does this reshape the landscape for derivative litigation?

On 14 July 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced three significant developments in trade fraud enforcement. First, the agencies’ joint Trade Fraud Task Force (TFTF) surpassed US$1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures, and charged losses in less than one year of operation.

The DOJ/DHS Trade Fraud Task Force has recovered over $1 billion in enforcement actions within its first year, signaling a permanent shift in federal customs enforcement priorities. With the creation of a dedicated Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section and new Resource Guide, companies face heightened scrutiny over supply chain compliance and country-of-origin declarations. How will this aggressive enforcement posture reshape corporate compliance strategies and criminal exposure for importers?

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) filed an amicus brief supporting the motion for a preliminary injunction filed by the National Association of Industrial Bankers (“NAIB”), the Online Lenders Alliance (“OLA”), and the American Financial Services Association (“AFSA”) in their challenge to Oregon’s recently enacted opt-out law.