Benjamin M Daniels

Benjamin M Daniels

August 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'SEC v. Jarkesy': Constitutional Protections From Federal Agency Enforcement

"'Jarkesy' is another case in a line of cases that question the authority of administrative agencies," write Robinson & Cole's Benjamin M. Daniels and Ileana Polanco Cavazos.

By Benjamin M. Daniels and Ileana Polanco Cavazos

8 minute read

May 15, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Delaware Courts Rejecting SPAC Defenses

One year into this litigation boom, plaintiffs continue to sue SPAC management, founders, and sponsors for various alleged breaches of fiduciary duties. A recent decision—Delman v. GigAcquisitions3—could accelerate that trend and portend a narrowing of available defenses.

By Benjamin M. Daniels, Arila Zhou and Sabrina Galli

9 minute read

March 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

New Enforcement Tools in Regulating Cryptocurrency

This article takes a look at the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team's first public action working with the Department of Treasury in targeting the Hong-Kong-based exchange, Bitzlato Ltd., which allegedly served as a haven for money laundering and cybercrime. The action could have broad ramifications for the cryptocurrency market and financial institutions that deal in cryptocurrency.

By Benjamin M. Daniels and Trevor L. Bradley

4 minute read

April 22, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Second Circuit Had a Busy First Quarter of 2016

Other rulings focus on subject-matter jurisdiction, attorney obligations.

By BENJAMIN M. DANIELS and DAVID R. ROTH

13 minute read