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Recent Developments and New Challenges in 2022 Trial Strategy
The past years have seen drastic changes and challenges in in-person proceedings and trials. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has put restrictions on court operations which resulted in unprecedented trial backlogs, difficulty in jury selection, as well as other challenges. To address these issues, many courts are now encouraging virtual bench trials. Likewise, litigants now try pursuing pretrial motions which could potentially expedite trials. With the evolving trial landscape, it becomes crucial for practitioners to be up to date with any developments. They must also devise robust trial strategies to help them navigate a case's complexities and arrive at [...]
Accounting Fraud & SEC Investigations: Recent Enforcement Initiatives and Compliance Issues
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent investigation on the alleged accounting fraud committed by Synchronoss Technologies, Inc. and its several employees signals the Commission’s heightened enforcement scrutiny on individual accountability. Top executives are now faced with a notice for potential SOX 304 Reimbursement. This underscores the need to develop a robust internal control and compliance culture for financial reporting. As the SEC’s enforcement activities continue to ramp up and the regulatory landscape remains uncertain, businesses must stay updated and be well-versed on any grounds that would result in potential liability risks. Join a panel of key thought leaders and [...]
What’s Next in the M&A Market: Potential Hurdles and State Tax Considerations
Companies engaging in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions often don’t consider the multistate tax aspects of the deal until the transaction is ready to close. Retroactive sales tax exposure is one item addressed by the purchasing company in the due diligence process and often leaves the seller surprised at the discovery of unexpected liabilities. We’ll share some insight into addressing these issues before they come up in an M&A deal and how to rectify them sooner in the process. Join a panel of thought leaders and practitioners assembled by the Knowledge Group as they delve into a comprehensive discussion of [...]
Regulatory Trends to Watch Out for in Consumer Finance
Consumer financial service regulators have been actively expanding their reach and authority over financial institutions, nonbank partners, and service providers over an increasing number of business practices. Since much of this expansion is accomplished without formal rulemaking, it is important for financial service companies to stay on top of the informal agency guidance and actions. We will discuss the latest regulatory trends and developments and what to watch for in 2023 from agencies including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). We will also discuss notable enforcement actions [...]
Major Reforms in R&D Tax Credits 2023: Exploring Opportunities for Your Firm
In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of thought leaders and professionals brought together by The Knowledge Group will provide and present an in-depth analysis of the fundamentals as well as recent developments in Major Reforms in R&D Tax Credits 2023: Exploring Opportunities for Your Firm. Speakers will also present all important issues surrounding this significant topic. Join us for this Knowledge Group Webinar!
Trust Me, I’m an Engineer: Escaping the Traps of Social Engineering
Social engineering is one of the most primitive, yet effectively dangerous tools in the threat actor’s toolkit. In this webcast, we’ll examine several common “methods” of social engineering, as well as the best practices to protect individuals and organizations from such attacks. Key topics include: Social engineering Information security Multi-factor authentication Phishing Social media scams Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
Developing Strategic Patent Portfolios for Start-ups: Tips and Strategies Explored
Lack of consistency and clarity remains in the US patent eligibility laws since the Supreme Court’s notable rulings in Alice and Mayo. Several small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups also noted that the rulings weaken innovation and decrease competition. Moreover, the judicial abstract idea exception of patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101 continues to impair patent incentives and poses concerns about protecting investments in technology-related inventions. To thrive amidst uncertainties, start-ups should be well-versed in any developments surrounding patent laws to successfully navigate through legal complexities, build sound patent portfolios, and recognize common mistakes which could result in long-term repercussions. Join a [...]
Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities in Commercial Real Estate Finance
The unprecedented challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in drastic changes in the commercial real estate industry. As market conditions continue to shift, landlords and tenants must proactively track and manage the changes to their leases to sustain lease accounting compliance and ensure they’re getting the maximum value out of these costly agreements. This new business priority underscores the need for business owners to invest in dedicated technology that provides internal control and audit trails, configurability of processes and reporting requirements, robust system security, and accurate lease accounting to help them leverage their leases as strategic assets. The Knowledge [...]
NFTs and Cryptocurrency: Recent Developments and Legal Issues You Should Be Aware Of
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which are unique digital assets hosted on a blockchain, have become a multi-billion-dollar phenomenon — gaining popularity across multiple domains. However, the growing demand for NFTs has raised a host of novel regulatory and legal concerns involving security regulations, intellectual property rights, and criminal considerations relating to insider trading, fraud, and money laundering. Hence, investors, fintech companies, and other businesses looking to capitalize on this fast-growing market must keep abreast of the critical legal issues and developments associated with non-fungible assets. Join a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished professionals organized by The Knowledge Group as [...]
Navigating the Interplay Between Bankruptcy and Cryptocurrency
The emergence of cryptocurrencies continues to transform the market through digital distributed ledger transactions. However, the current crypto market crash forced several cryptocurrency trading platforms to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Thus, leaving uncertainties and a myriad of issues and challenges to the already highly volatile crypto market. Emerging decisions from the bankruptcy court are expected to shape the future security of crypto assets. This underscores the need for crypto owners to stay current with the emerging developments surrounding the crypto market to mitigate further pitfalls. Join a panel of key thought leaders assembled by The Knowledge Group as they [...]