Legal News and Commentary from Purdue Global Law School

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Fake Employees: A Growing Problem With Significant Legal Risk

Learn about the risks organizations face from fake workers using stolen identities and AI tools to bypass hiring and background checks.

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As Smart Glasses Become Common, They’re Creating Privacy Risks

AI smart glasses use cameras and facial recognition, triggering privacy risks and legal concerns.

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How Does the U.S. Government Regulate Natural Monopolies?

Learn what natural monopolies are, why they are regulated, how regulation works, the challenges involved, and real-world examples.

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What Is the Ministerial Exception?

Learn how the ministerial exception protects religious institutions, how it impacts workplace rights, and the key cases related to it.

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New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act Explained

Learn about New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act, its impact, and potential legal challenges.

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U.S. v. Google: A Landmark Case and Warning Shot to Big Tech

Get a breakdown of the Google antitrust lawsuit, including the key legal arguments, what the ruling could mean for Big Tech, and more.

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Patent Law: What It Is and How It Works

Explore patent law, including the protection it offers, the types of patents, and the laws that govern patents in the United States.

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Libel and Slander on Social Media: When Posting Becomes Defamatory

Learn what is considered libel or slander on social media, how defamation laws apply to social networks, and how someone can sue for defamatory posts.

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Crypto Regulation: How It’s Governed in the U.S. and Abroad

Discover how crypto is regulated in the U.S. and globally, regulatory bodies, who regulates crypto, legal challenges, and the future of crypto regulation.

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What Is a Pro Bono Case?

Learn the basics of a pro bono case, benefits, and the answers to commonly asked questions.

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Understanding Good Samaritan Law Protection

Learn what the Good Samaritan law is, what its protections and limitations are, and how it differs from state to state.

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What Regulations Apply to Corporations Working in the U.S.?

Learn about the regulatory compliance requirements for companies operating in the U.S. and their importance.

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Conflicting State, Federal Laws Make Drug Testing Policies Tricky

Employers should reevaluate their drug testing policies to ensure compliance with conflicting state and federal laws.

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California Right-to-Die Law: The End of Life Option Act

Learn about California’s right-to-die law, including eligibility, legal requirements, recent changes, and ethical considerations.

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Digital Estate Planning: How to Protect Digital Assets

Discover how digital estate planning helps people protect their digital assets and pass them to heirs after death.

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Arbitration vs. Mediation: What’s the Difference?

Learn how arbitration differs from mediation, what each tactic is used for, and how to pick one over the other for resolving disputes.

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Intellectual Property Rights of Employees: Who Owns IP?

Learn what determines intellectual property ownership and how companies can create an employee IP policy.

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Indiana’s Stand Your Ground Law: (Far) Beyond the Castle Doctrine

The Indiana Stand Your Ground law is a unique expansion of the castle doctrine. Discover its protections and how it differs from other states’ laws.

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The Latest Bankruptcy Maneuvers in Talc Powder and OxyContin Litigation

Learn about the J&J bankruptcy, its “Texas Two-Step,” and results of the Sackler family’s efforts to hide behind Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy.

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California Fair Employment and Housing Act: New Legal Precedent

Learn how the California Supreme Court’s recent ruling sets a new legal precedent under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act.

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Grants Pass v. Johnson: How the Case Affects the Homeless

Grants Pass is a landmark Supreme Court case on homelessness and the Eighth Amendment. Learn about what the ruling means for the unhoused.

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California Law: Noncompete Agreement Ban Takes Effect

California passed new laws that toughen the prohibition against noncompete clauses in employment contracts. Learn more.

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A Guide to California’s 2024 Climate Accountability Package: California SB 253 and SB 261

What you need to know about California’s Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB253) and Climate-Related Financial Risk Act (SB261).

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Navigating the DOL Independent Contractor Final Rule 2024

Learn about the DOL independent contractor final rule and whether it will survive the overturning of the Chevron doctrine.

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No-Poaching and Wage-Fixing Agreements Draw Antitrust Scrutiny

Here are the steps employers can take to help reduce anticompetitive practices.

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California Looks to Cut Plastics, Landfill Waste With New Recycling Laws

The state has passed new laws aimed at reducing the amount of plastic waste that goes into landfills. Find out the long-term implications.

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Did You Say Mickey Mouse Is Now in the Public Domain?

“Steamboat Willie” may be in the public domain, but creators should be cautious about using the Mickey Mouse image.

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Can You Serve a Defendant Through NFTs and Other Electronic Means?

In an increasing number of cases, courts have allowed plaintiffs to serve defendants electronically, including with NFTs.

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The Potential Benefits and Risks of ChatGPT in Legal Practice

AI can enhance productivity by eliminating many mundane tasks. However, lawyers need to understand the risks.

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Understanding the New EU–U.S. Data Privacy Framework

Find out about the European Union and United States’ Data Privacy Framework to ensure the security of sensitive personal information.

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Lanham Act Ruled No Protection Against Foreign Infringing Use

Read about the Supreme Court's ruling overturning a company’s $96 million damage award under the Lanham Act.

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Federal Agencies Poised to Crack Down on AI-Driven Bias

Federal regulators are concerned about the potential for bias in the use of AI for mortgage lending decisions.

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New SEC Rules Require Public Companies to Disclose Cybersecurity Incidents

The Securities Exchange Commission requires public companies to disclose material cybersecurity incidents to investors. Read more.

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Automated Employment Decision Tools in the Crosshairs of New Law

Automated resume screening is growing, as are regulations pertaining to its use.

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Congress, States Weigh Extending Full Practice Authority to Nurses

Amid a growing physician shortage, the U.S. Congress is considering whether to grant full practice authority to qualified nurses.

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California AG’s Office Takes Steps to Ensure Employers Comply With CCPA

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) now applies to employment-related data. Employers should take steps to ensure they comply with the rules.

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Dean Pritikin talks innovating law school for access and affordability

In this insightful video, Pritikin discusses the transformative impact of the online law school model.

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Why Bankruptcy Law Allows Chapter 11 Protection From Sex Abuse Claims

A 1978 overhaul of bankruptcy law enables solvent organizations to seek Chapter 11 protection amid unproven mass tort claims. Learn more.

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Business Judgment Rule Offers a Safe Haven in the ‘War on Woke’

Corporations face a quagmire of legislation in the war against “woke” policies.

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How to Ensure That Online Arbitration Agreements Are Enforceable

Organizations must ensure that consumers have actual notice of an arbitration agreement and assent to be bound by it.

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Can a Company “Own” a Color? A Look at Trademark Protections

Read about how employers can reduce litigation risks by developing best practices for complying with the WARN Act.

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Companies Test Layoff Notice Requirements in WARN Act

Read about how employers can reduce litigation risks by developing best practices for complying with the WARN Act.

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Speak Out Act Limits Enforcement of NDAs in Sexual Assault and Harassment

The Speak Out Act does not void NDAs or institute penalties for including them in contracts. Here's what it means for NDAs.

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Virtual ‘Try-On’ Technologies Face Mounting Legal Challenges

Virtual try-on tools use customer images to re-create the in-person shopping experience. But do these tools violate privacy laws?

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10 Paths to Online Pro Bono Work

In times when it may be unsafe to meet with clients in person, there are still ways to offer pro bono work online.

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California’s Social Media Transparency Law: First Amendment Minefield?

California’s new Social Media Transparency and Accountability Act is accused of violating a website’s First Amendment rights.

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EU Big Tech Rules Aim to Bolster Competition, Protect Users

The EU has imposed regulations to rein in Big Tech "gatekeepers" to promote greater competition, innovation, and choice. Read to learn more.

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E-Signatures: What Are the Legal Requirements?

E-signatures, whether signed, typed, generated or imaged, are legally binding. Here’s what you need to know.

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U.S. Labor Department Removes Barriers to ESG Investing by Retirement Plans

A prohibition on environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing by retirement plans has been rolled back.

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A Look at the Use of Blockchain Technology in the Arbitration Process

Blockchain technology has emerged as a means of facilitating arbitration, particularly in international disputes.

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How Employers Should Handle Audio and Video Recording in the Workplace

Read on to learn more about the laws and regulations related to workplace recordings, which can be complex.

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ChatGPT Poses Questions of Copyright Ownership, Infringement

Artificial intelligence can answer complex questions, write essays, and create art. But can ChatGPT work be copyrighted?

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AI-Generated Art Pushes the Boundaries of Intellectual Property Rights

AI-generated art poses several legal questions. Do fair-use standards apply to it? Find out more about issues in AI art.

Martin Pritikin, dean and vice president of Concord Law School at Purdue Global, aims to expand the career options immediately available to graduates of the nation’s first fully online law school.

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Purdue Global’s Concord Law School celebrates 25 years of audacity

Nation’s first fully online law school aims to remain on cutting edge

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False Claims Act Litigation Is Targeting Private Equity Investment in Health Care

Regulatory scrutiny of private equity companies and investors has increased, and whistleblowers are alleging violations of the False Claims Act.

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Can Nonlawyer Advocates Increase Access to Justice?

Allowing nonlawyer advocates to represent clients in some civil matters might help level the playing field. Read on to learn about it.

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Why the DOJ and FTC Are Taking Action Against ‘Interlocking Directorates’

Rules prohibit serving as an officer or director of two competing corporations. Learn more about why.

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What Are Legal Incubators?

Read about legal incubators that are designed to help recent law school graduates launch their own law practice.

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Corporate Personhood: What It Means and How It Has Evolved

Ambiguity in the Constitution and some statutes has given rise to increasingly expansive court interpretation of corporate personhood.

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Multidistrict Litigation Is on the Rise, Creating Challenges for Attorneys

Multidistrict litigation creates challenges for attorneys because it operates outside the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

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California Consumer Privacy Act: What We’ve Learned and What’s Next

The California Consumer Privacy Act provides for strict protection of consumer data and individual rights.

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SEC Proposes Rules to Regulate Special Purpose Acquisition Companies

Learn about SPACs and why the SEC is looking at their operations.

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Sweeping Changes to the Buy American Act Will Benefit U.S. Businesses

The details of the Buy American Act have recently been amended. Find out how these changes impact federal suppliers.

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Can Lawyer Bots Take Over the Job of an Attorney?

AI can be used to automate work traditionally performed by attorneys. But this may constitute an unauthorized practice of law.

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How to Become a Lawyer in California

From earning your degree to getting admitted to the bar, learn the steps of practicing law in California.

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FTC: ‘Pay for Delay’ Hinders Competition in the Pharmaceuticals Market

The FTC says that 'pay-for-delay' settlements effectively block all other generic drug competition, costing consumers billions every year.

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Banking Regulators Issue New Security Breach Notification Rules

The new rules state that financial institutions must notify regulators of cybersecurity incidents within 36 hours.

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Can Customer Misconduct Be the Basis for a Workplace Harassment Claim?

“The customer is always right.” This age-old slogan can be bad legal advice when it comes to customer misconduct that rises to the level of harassment.

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Can Employers Require the COVID-19 Vaccine?

What does the OSHA vaccine mandate mean? Can your employer require a COVID-19 vaccine?

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Congress Ends Employment Arbitration Agreements in Sexual Harassment & Assault Claims

In recent years, more employers have implemented mandatory arbitration agreements as a condition of employment.

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Collaboration Tools Are Making E-Discovery More Complex

Collaboration platforms now hold valuable company information that could be subject to discovery in litigation.

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Is It a HIPAA Violation to Ask About the COVID-19 Vaccine?

HIPAA protect patients from the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive medical information. Does that include the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Remote Online Notarization Sees Widespread Adoption Amid Pandemic

The SECURE Notarization Act would streamline the remote online notarization process.

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What Is Stablecoin and How Will the U.S. Regulate It?

Stablecoin very well may be the payment option of the future, but regulation is needed.

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FTC Tightens Reins on Hospital Mergers to Control Health Care Costs

The FTC is increasing its scrutiny of hospital mergers out of concern of anticompetitive practices.

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A Practitioner’s Guide to Ethics in Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is an increasingly popular means of settling conflicts outside the court system.

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Can Cryptocurrency Be Used as Legal Tender? El Salvador Says ‘Yes’

El Salvador became the first nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, raising many questions and challenges.

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SCOTUS Favors Narrow Interpretation of Computer Fraud and Abuse Act

Should an individual with authorized access to a computer system be held criminally liable for retrieving information for an improper purpose?

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SACKLER Act: Attempt to Close a Legal Loophole for Purdue Pharma Owners

The SACKLER bill would change bankruptcy law to prevent non-bankrupt individuals from receiving legal protections through a company's bankruptcy

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Schools Have Diminished Authority to Restrict Student Speech on Social Media

SCOTUS placed limits on the ability of public schools to restrict some off-campus speech.

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Transformative Use Plays a Critical Role in Copyright Case Decisions

What is transformative use, and how does it apply in practice?

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Security and the Internet of Things: Is Tougher Legislation Needed?

The Internet of Things has revolutionized the world, but it can also allow hackers to infiltrate networks and steal information.

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Bar Exam Monitoring Software Raises Concerns About Bias, Access

The facial-recognition software used to proctor the online bar exams has a history of problems.

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Online Dispute Resolution Moves Cases Forward Despite Court Backlog

As courts reopen, most face a huge backlog of cases. Online dispute resolution can ease this burden.

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Many Courts Deny Counsel to Poor Defendants Facing Misdemeanor Charges

Many courts discourage defendants charged with misdemeanors from requesting a lawyer.

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Thinking of Buying an NFT? Here’s What You’ll Get for Your Money

Bought and sold online, NFTs are digital assets that represent real-world objects such as art, music, and videos.

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Federal Judge Paves the Way for Return of Net Neutrality in California

California can now enforce its tough net neutrality law thanks to a February 23, 2021 ruling.

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State Bar of CA: Lawyers Must Protect Clients’ Electronic Data

The State Bar of California has found that lawyers must take reasonable steps to secure their electronic systems.

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Should Lawyers Who Filed Election Lawsuits Be Sanctioned or Disciplined?

Many argue that lawyers who filed lawsuits trying to overturn the U.S. election should be sanctioned by the courts.

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Lawmakers Struggle to Craft Legislation to Promote Rollout, Security of 5G

From the U.S. government’s perspective, 5G is a strategic technology with national security implications.

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Ransomware Victims Who Pay the Ransom Could Face Millions in Fines

Ransomware victims that pay the ransom to recover their data could be fined millions of dollars.

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New Group Copyright Registration a Boon to Bloggers and Influencers

The United States Copyright Office has implemented a new registration called Group Registration for Short Online Literary Works.

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Artificial Intelligence ‘Inventors’ Seek Patent Protection for Their Innovations

As artificial intelligence continues to advance, Congress will need to consider whether patent protections should extend to AI inventors.

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Civic Responsibility Guide: Resources to Promote Civic Engagement

Learn about the current state of civic engagement in the U.S.

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Deepfakes and the Ominous World of Unreliable Video

Deepfake videos threaten to undermine people’s faith in political and legal institutions—but are they illegal?

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Long-Term Growth of Telemedicine Requires Payment Parity, Regulations

The use of telemedicine services has skyrocketed amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Overcoming Drone Delivery Regulations in the Time of COVID-19

Retailers considering drone delivery are facing changing regulations by the FAA.

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Telehealth and HIPAA During COVID-19: Security and Privacy Risks

Health care providers must carefully balance HIPAA requirements with the need to deliver services via telehealth.

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Practical Insights: Preventing Plagiarism

Law students and attorneys must be particularly careful to avoid plagiarism.

Concord Law School Earns State Bar Accreditation

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Concord Becomes One of the First Online Law Schools to Earn State Bar Accreditation

Concord Law School (now Purdue Global Law School) earns online law school accreditation from the California State Bar.

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How Pro-Defendant Defamation Law Empowered the #MeToo Movement in the U.S.

The #MeToo movement has sparked legal action in the U.S. and abroad.

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5 Privacy Issues Raised by the COVID-19 Crisis

The issues with privacy and COVID-19 are growing.

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Adapt and Innovate: Tips for Operating a Virtual Law Practice During the Pandemic

So much has changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here are tips for operating a virtual law practice during these times.

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The Continuing Legal Battle Over Felon Disenfranchisement

This article explores felon disenfranchisement and the restoration of voting rights to Florida felons.

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States Increasingly Limit Noncompete Agreements With Physicians

Restricting physician employment limits access to care and drives up costs.

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Does Screen Scraping Violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act?

Does screen scraping violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act?

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Who’s Regulating Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies? No One.

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are unregulated and lacking operational safeguards.

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Legal Issues Raised by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Learn about coronavirus’ impact on criminal law, civil procedure, and more.

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Can You Cancel a Contract Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Are you required to pay for expenses associated with an event that has been cancelled due to COVID-19?

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New Federal Law Takes Aim at the Robocall Epidemic

Both California and the federal government have introduced legislation to protect consumers from robocalls.

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Is a Website or Mobile App a “Public Accommodation” Under the ADA?

Do Title III ADA Regulations include website accessibility compliance?

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FTC Proposes Changes to the GLBA to Strengthen Cybersecurity

The FTC proposed sweeping changes to the Safeguards Rule of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.

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Could Postal Banking Help Underserved Communities & Boost the USPS?

People in low-income areas often fall victim to predatory lenders charging outrageous fees.

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Title III of the Helms-Burton Act: Reparations or a Secondary Cuba Embargo?

At least 20 lawsuits have been filed since Title III of the Helms-Burton Act was put into effect.

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Should the Right to an Attorney Be Extended to Civil Matters?

The right to an attorney does not extend to civil cases, leaving the poor to navigate the legal system alone.

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States Must Take the Lead in Resolving Partisan Gerrymandering Cases

Because the Supreme Court won’t address partisan gerrymandering, states must take the lead in making sure new districts are fairly constructed.

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Supreme Court Reaffirms Exception to Double Jeopardy

‘Double jeopardy’ prohibits one from being tried twice for the same offense.

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What Are the Requirements to Get Into Law School?

Learn the most important law school requirements and get a step ahead of the competition.

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More Than a Year After the Death of Net Neutrality, Debate Rages On

The net neutrality law to regulate internet service providers was repealed more than a year ago.

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Does the Fourth Amendment Extend to Cell Phone Searches at the Border?

As tensions surrounding immigration & border security continue to escalate, mobile devices are now searched and seized more than ever.

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New California Law Addresses the ‘Independent Contractors vs. Employees’ Debate

California gives employment protections to those formerly considered independent contractors.

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Stem Cell Therapies Ruled a ‘Drug,’ FDA to Regulate

A ruling enables the FDA to pursue legal action against clinics seeking to capitalize on stem cell therapies before they are thoroughly tested.

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Courts Increasingly Using Presumptive ADR to Settle Civil Cases

As litigation costs continue to skyrocket, presumptive alternative dispute resolution (ADR) may become more prevalent.

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Biometric Data and Privacy Law Grow Increasingly Complex

Learn more about biometrics and the challenges it presents to privacy law.

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E-discovery, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Law

Electronic discovery, or e-discovery, has become a critical component of the pretrial phase of litigation.

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Someone Infringed on Your Copyright. Can You File Suit?

The Supreme Court recently held that a copyright owner must wait until the U.S. Copyright Office acts on a registration before filing a lawsuit.

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Supreme Court Tries to Rein in Forum Shopping in Patent Cases

The Supreme Court’s decision in TC Heartland tightened venue requirements for patent cases, curbing forum shopping by patentees.

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Copyright Law: Can a Comedian Sue His Fans for Telling His Jokes?

It’s understandable that entertainers would try to prevent their material from being misused.

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Bail Reform: Risk-Based Assessments May Be Just as Biased as Cash Bail

More than 400,000 people in the United States are in jail on any given day because they cannot afford to pay a cash bail.

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Carriers Are Pushing Cyber Insurance, but Do Policies Pay Out?

Cyber insurance is touted as a critical safety net for companies, but carriers are denying claims.

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Legal Weapons in the Battle Against Medicare Fraud and Abuse

Medicare fraud is rampant, affecting health care coverage and expenses for all Americans.

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Will the U.S. Adopt a National Data Privacy Law?

The U.S. needs a national privacy law, but it seems no one can agree what a federal privacy law should look like.

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Do Data Breach Victims Have Standing to Sue?

The courts are split on whether data breach victims have standing to sue the companies that failed to protect their data.

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Congressman Nunes' Lawsuit Could Have a Chilling Effect on Free Speech

Nunes' lawsuit against a ‘cow’ could affect free speech if social media users face the threat of being dragged into lawsuits for satirical commentary.

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The Enormous Toll of Patent Troll Litigation

This article addresses the alarming statistics related to the patent troll problem.

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Potential Liability of Corporate Boards for Data Breaches

This article examines whether securities class action lawsuits will bring data breach liability to directors and officers.

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Insurability of Marijuana Companies

Like any business, marijuana businesses need insurance coverage for property, accidents, workers, commercial general liability, and more.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Today’s Economy: An Overview

Read an overview of Chapter 11 bankruptcy and its impact on creditors, shareholders and the courts.

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The Admissibility of Blockchain as Digital Evidence

Blockchain poses a number of legal issues, particularly questions of admissibility as electronic evidence.

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mHealth Is Putting Patient Data at Risk. Who’s Responsible?

Health care is the most-hacked industry in the U.S., with more than 13 million records exposed in some 350 data breaches in 2018.

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Online Law School Course Development: 4 Takeaways for Success

As the nation’s first online law school, Purdue Global Law School is a leader in online law course development. Learn important insights for success.

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The Great California Bar Exam Debate

California recently posted its lowest bar exam performance in its 70-year recorded history.

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The Changing Landscape of Consumer Privacy in Cybersecurity Law

As data breaches become more common, opportunities in the cybersecurity legal field are increasing.

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Nurses and Health Law: The Benefits of a Law Degree

Nurses who earn a law degree enhance their skill set and open up a number of exciting career options.

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Educators and the Law: The Benefits of Having a Law Degree

Educators with a law degree better understand compliance matters and may have greater career opportunities.

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High Court Considers FAPE Requirements in Special Education

The Supreme Court is grappling with the current meaning of "free and appropriate public education" (FAPE) as it applies to special education.