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Cryptocurrency Class Action Won't Be Arbitrated, Appeals Court Rules

A federal appeals court ruled U.S. District Judge Kenneth Marra was right to rule out arbitration in a class action alleging a cryptocurrency fraud.
3 minute read

New York Law Journal

Charitable Deduction and Other Indexed Tax Adjustments for 2018

In his Estate Planning and Philanthropy column, Conrad Teitell writes: Not exciting—but important to know: Each year IRS adjusts charitable gift premium rules, tax tables, personal exemptions, standard deductions and other tax provisions. Here are the key charitable figures for 2018 from Rev. Proc. 2017-58, 2017-45 IRB 489 (Nov. 6, 2017) and Rev. Proc. 2018-18, 2018-10 IRB 392 (March 5, 2018).
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Crypto Industry Sweep: ICOs Under Increasing Scrutiny by U.S. Regulators

Regulators are now taking a more active role in investigating not just ICOs but also the companies developing funds or other investment vehicles focused on cryptocurrencies or ICOs.
12 minute read

New York Law Journal

The ATA: Some Sense Brought Back Into the Mix

The Second Circuit's decision in 'Linde v. Arab Bank' has reintroduced some much needed discipline into the application of the Anti-Terrorism Act.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

Proceed With Caution: Geographic Expansion Carries Risks for NY's Midsize Law Firms

"f you have 50 lawyers spread over a dozen practice areas, it's hard to persuade clients you have the bench strength to become a powerhouse.”says Jon Lindsey, managing partner for Major, Lindsey & Africa.
5 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Discovering the Digital Wallet

Conventional currency, credit cards and bank accounts no longer provide a complete financial picture.
9 minute read

National Law Journal

Inside the DC Circuit Tussle Over Consumer Watchdog's Rightful Leader

“Unless you can enjoin the president here,” Judge Thomas Griffith said at one point during oral argument, “I don't see how she gets relief.” The bureau's deputy director, Leandra English, claims she is the proper acting head. The Trump White House installed Mick Mulvaney as interim after the departure of Richard Cordray in November.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Stockholder Challenges to Executive Compensation

Corporate Litigation columnists Joseph M. McLaughlin and Shannon K. McGovern write: The Delaware Supreme Court recently clarified the limits of the stockholder ratification defense in litigation challenging director compensation awarded under the parameters of a stockholder-approved compensation plan.
9 minute read

The Recorder

You've Signed a Term Sheet for Your First Equity Financing. Congratulations! … Now What?

Most founders breathe a sigh of relief when they ink their first term sheet. An influx of cash is finally on its way, and they no longer have to worry…
5 minute read

The Recorder

Interest on Escrow Funds? Yes, Even From National Banks, Says Ninth Circuit in 'Lusnak'

In a shot across the bow for national banks, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that such banks may not avoid paying interest on funds held in California escrow accounts. The reason? The California law does not significantly interfere with or impede a national bank's exercise of its banking powers.
6 minute read

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