Banking on Industrial Hemp
Colorado has legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use. Kentucky has legalized the production of industrial hemp. Both substances are derived from the same species, cannabis sativa l., which Congress has declared unlawful under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
Hidden costs of chips
No, not potato chips, micro-chips! Beginning October 1, 2015, merchants and card-issuers may be liable for fraudulent transactions, depending on who’s the #LeastTechSavvy.
Extreme Sports Challenge the Courts
Extreme sports are increasingly popular in the U.S., and participation is growing. "Extreme" means different things to different people. But participation is not only up in sports such as mountain biking and snowboarding, more people also are bungee jumping, hang gliding, wind surfing and rock climbing.
Compelling Discovery for Foreign Arbitrations
In today’s global economy, product manufacturers resource materials and components, sell their products, and expose themselves to potential litigation in countries far from the manufacturer’s home base.
Preparation & Protection are essential assets
Kentucky was the 47th state to pass cybersecurity legislation with the 2014 creation of state law KRS 365.732 in 2014.
6th Circuit Joins Majority of Circuits by Taking Narrow View of FCA Public Disclosure Bar
During February of this year, the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals joined the majority of circuits and held that the disclosure of information to the government during an audit or investigation does not constitute a “public disclosure” and subsequently does not create a jurisdictional bar to a qui tam action under the federal False Claims Act (“FCA”).
Lawyers with Big Hearts
Nashville office attorney Rebecca McKelvey Castañeda was awarded the Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year for 2014.
Sustainability and Biofuels
As the saying goes, "Be careful what you wish for; you might get it." This describes the current state of biofuels.