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Finding Religion on a Motion to Dismiss: Federal Court Concludes that Plaintiff’s Secular Concerns About COVID Vaccines Do Not Foreclose Religious Discrimination Claims
By: Erin Chow, Lukas Huldi, and Michael Steinberg Seyfarth Synopsis: In a dispute over workplace vaccination…
We can’t go for that (no can do)
Of course, phantom debt collection – the practice of pressuring people to pay “debts” they don’t…
Making Made in USA claims? Hang your hat on accuracy.
As the saying goes, some people wear their hearts on their sleeve. And many consumers who…
The Fate of Hundreds Of EPOA Class Actions Await The Washington Supreme Court’s Decision in Branson v. Washington
The Washington Supreme Court recently entertained oral arguments in Branson v. Washington Fine Wines on the…
Helicopter Tourism Accident Lawsuits on the Rise
Helicopter tourism, once known for offering breathtaking views and bucket-list experiences, is now facing heightened scrutiny…
How readiness can help protect veteran-owned businesses
Army brats like me grew up around the word “readiness.” We knew it meant weeks or…
COPPA Guidance for Ed Tech Companies and Schools during the Coronavirus
“Social distancing,” “shelter-in-place,” “virtual happy hour”— these are some of the new expressions on everyone’s lips…
PAGA Paraphrased – Parra Rodriguez v. Packers Sanitation, Inc.
Seyfarth Synopsis: The Fourth District held that a motion to compel arbitration is not the correct…
FTC says Grand Bahama Cruise Line’s robocalls ran aground
Cruise ships should conjure up images of umbrella drinks, shuffleboard, and the Lido Deck – not…
New FTC Data Spotlight highlights text scams that may target your business
According to the FTC’s latest Data Spotlight, text scam losses are skyrocketing. In 2024 people reported…
Private Equity Meets Public Adjusting: Opportunity or Alarm Bell?
There’s a curious echoing through the hallways of the public adjusting industry. Private equity is knocking…
FTC says consumers struck out by deceptive business “coaching” pitches
Vision Solution Marketing and related defendants pitch services to prospective entrepreneurs and people looking to supplement…
What the DOGE “Cost Efficiency Initiative” Executive Order Means for Government Contractors and Grantees
On February 26, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14222 entitled, “Implementing the President’s ‘Department of…
Lights out on unsubstantiated pain relief claims and deceptive native advertising
For consumers struggling with severe or chronic pain, ads for a product called Willow Curve appeared…
Start with security – and stick with it
When it comes to data security, what’s reasonable will depend on the size and nature of…
New York State Amends 2024 Bed Bug Disclosure Law
New York’s bed bug disclosure law, Real Property Law § 235-j, has been amended to provide landlords…
Out of the mouths of babes? FTC says Amazon kept kids’ Alexa voice data forever – even after parents ordered deletion
“Stop it!” Moms and Dads may have to repeat that instruction to their kids, but when…
Decrypting cryptocurrency scams: What’s on the agenda?
It’s unfortunate, but it happens. First came cryptocurrency. Then came the cryptocurrency crooks. In the emerging…
SCOTUS Argument Recap: Court Appears Likely to Eliminate Heightened Prima Facie Burden for Majority Group Plaintiffs Under Title VII
Seyfarth Synopsis: In a recent oral argument, the Justices seemed largely aligned with the plaintiff’s position…