The SEC Targets Celebrities for Nondisclosure of Crypto Promotions On March 22, 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) announced...
Celebrity Endorsements Gone Awry
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Don’t Press Replay: Third Circuit Rules in Favor of User Privacy with Popa Decision
In August 2022, the Third Circuit handed down a decision addressing both exceptions to and the definition of “intercept” under the Pennsylvania...
When “Free” is Not Actually Free
As the calendar year draws to close, the last thing on most Americans’ minds is filing their taxes. While the holidays occupy the collective...
What is a Securities Attorney?
If you’ve heard the terms “securities attorney” or “investment lawyer” and don’t know what they mean, you are not alone. With this article, we hope...
SEC’s Recent ESG Crackdown
SEC announced the creation of the climate and Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) Task Force in March 2021. The Task Force was created to...
How Do SPACs Differ From Traditional Companies?
SPAC stands for “special purpose acquisition company,” which is also known as “blank check company.” It typically refers to a shell company listed...
FTC and State Attorneys General Sue Syngenta and Corteva for Agreements with Distributors That Allegedly Cost Farmers Millions in Overcharges
On September 29, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and several state attorneys general filed a complaint (“FTC Complaint”) against Syngenta...
SPAC Update
The special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”) continues to have a profound impact on stock markets. We have written previously about the...
Crypto Caveat Emptor: What Happens to Investors When a Cryptocurrency Exchange Goes Bankrupt?
Up until several years ago, cryptocurrencies were traded directly among counterparties. Cryptocurrencies as investments were initially viewed with...