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USPTO Hiring Examiners (for non-union role without telework)
by Dennis Crouch After a six-month hiring freeze and DOGE strong push for…
What You Need to Know About the Georgia Wrongful Death Statute
Losing someone you love is never easy. When that loss is caused by someone else’s careless…
Seyfarth Recognized as one of the Top 20 Most Innovative Firms by BTI
Seyfarth’s strong focus on innovation continues to be held in the highest regard by its clients,…
Hong Kong Launches Company Re-domiciliation Regime
In a move to enhance Hong Kong’s status as a global business and financial hub, and…
Maine Legislature to Consider Amendment to Right to Repair Law While Other States Ponder Legislation of Their Own
On May 15, 2025, the Maine Joint Committee on Housing and Economic Development voted to allow…
Pay Equity Studies in Focus: Navigating Privilege and Public Disclosure Risks
Seyfarth Synopsis: A recent decision from the U.S. District Court in Kansas—Spears v. Thermo Fisher Scientific—ruled…
Justin Skipton Steps into NAPIA Presidency with a Vision Rooted in Mentorship and Meaning
When I first wrote about Justin Skipton in Justin Skipton—Public Adjuster Spotlight, I described him as “a…
Seyfarth’s Government Contracts Group Earns National Recognition in Chambers USA and The Legal 500
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Seyfarth is proud to announce that its Government Contracts practice has earned a…
Warning from the Lighthouse: Washington Supreme Court Elevates Informal Wage Directives
By: Jacob J. Roes and Kyle D. Nelson In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, Washington…
Legal Changes to the “Sick Note” Requirements | Employment Law for Employers and Employees
Remember those days you’d go the the doctor and ask for a sick note when missing…
NIH Workers Risk Retaliation by Openly Protesting Trump Policies
Hundreds of workers at the National Institutes of Health — the largest public funder of biomedical…
What Should I Do If an Insurance Company Offers a Settlement?
When you’ve been injured in an accident, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Between doctors’ visits, missed…
False Start: U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Decide Whether Courts May Certify Damages Classes That Include Uninjured Class Members
Seyfarth Synopsis: On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court changed course and dismissed the writ…
Young adults embrace 'No Buy' challenge to fight overspending
"No Buy July' and similar campaigns are gaining traction By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June 13,…
Nebraska sues Temu over alleged consumer protection violations
The lawsuit claims Temu engages in deceptive practices including fake product descriptions By Truman Lewis of…
Take It Or Leave It Episode 41: FMLA, ADA, and PWFA – A Manager’s Guide to Compliance and Communication
Take It or Leave It is the only law firm podcast focused exclusively on workplace leaves, absence…
Market Conduct Examination into State Farm
In a move aimed at policyholder protection amid California’s wildfires, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has initiated…
Texas SB 458: What Homeowners and Drivers Need to Know About the New Appraisal Law
In 2025, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 458 (SB 458), 1 a significant reform aimed…
Consumers spend $164 billion annually on cable and internet services
The national median monthly bill is $121 By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 13, 2025 U.S.…
Senators propose ban on prescription drug advertising
A ban also has the support of HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…
CDC Staffing Upheaval Disrupts HIV Projects and Wastes Money, Researchers Say
Dozens of HIV experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention received emails on Wednesday…