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Business of Law

In‑House Counsel’s Guide to the ABA Business Law Section Fall Meeting 2026
3 Min Read Business of Law
4 days ago

In‑House Counsel’s Guide to the ABA Business Law Section Fall Meeting 2026

By: Christopher T. Sukhaphadhana
The ABA Business Law Section is hosting its Fall Meeting in Chicago on September 2–4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. This event brings together legal professionals from around the world and offers 50+ CLE programs, networking receptions, practice group committee meetings, and ticketed dinners. With so many events happening at once, choosing which CLEs,... Read more »

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Legal Leadership Through Governance: Rediscovering Checks and Balances

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Business of Law

How AI Is Helping Legal Teams Spot Where Their Consumer Data Is at Risk

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Board of Directors: Fiduciary Duties and Balancing Risk, Reputation, and Long-Term Value
5 Min Read Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships
July 29, 2026

Board of Directors: Fiduciary Duties and Balancing Risk, Reputation, and Long-Term Value

By: Cintia Zanellato
The fiduciary duties of the board of directors form the cornerstone of corporate governance in the United States and most common-law jurisdictions. These duties are primarily comprised of the duty of care, the duty of loyalty, and, increasingly, the duty of good faith. Directors are legally obligated to act in the best interests of the... Read more »

International Business Law

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Abuse of Power: A New Ground in France for Declaring Corporate Decisions Null and Void

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Emerging Data Center Litigation
6 Min Read Internet Law & Cybersecurity
July 23, 2026

Emerging Data Center Litigation

By: Davina Pujari, Chris Rheinheimer, Gina Aiello, Julia Petsche, Veronica Flores, Hannah Vanderlaan

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

California Court Finalizes Summary Judgment in Favor of OppFi, Rejects DFPI’s ‘True Lender’ Theory
4 Min Read Business Regulation & Regulated Industries
July 6, 2026

California Court Finalizes Summary Judgment in Favor of OppFi, Rejects DFPI’s ‘True Lender’ Theory

By: Rachael Aspery, Scott Hyman, Robert W. Savoie, Rawad Khawam
On May 19, 2026, the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, granted summary judgment in favor of Opportunity Financial, LLC (“OppFi”) in its dispute with Clothilde Hewlett, in her official capacity as Commissioner of the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation for the state of California (“DFPI”) at the time of filing. Opportunity... Read more »

Legal Opinions & Ethics

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business of Law

Legal Ethics and Practical Considerations for Business Lawyers Using AI in Modern Legal Practice

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mitigating Risk in the Evolving Medspa Landscape

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 How AI Is Helping Legal Teams Spot Where Their Consumer Data Is at Risk

DOJ Settles Challenge to OhioHealth Care System’s Insurance Contracting Practices

Board of Directors: Fiduciary Duties and Balancing Risk, Reputation, and Long-Term Value

Is Now the Time to Convert Your Farming Partnership to an LLC or S Corporation?

Germany Market Entry for U.S. Companies: Structure Considerations

Legal Ethics and Practical Considerations for Business Lawyers Using AI in Modern Legal Practice

AI in the Trenches: Of Humans, by Humans, for Humans

Is New York ‘Reimagining’ the Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing?

latest articles

Business of Law

In‑House Counsel’s Guide to the ABA Business Law Section Fall Meeting 2026

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Legal Leadership Through Governance: Rediscovering Checks and Balances

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Business of Law

How AI Is Helping Legal Teams Spot Where Their Consumer Data Is at Risk

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

How the Mortgage Industry Is Responding to the Housing Affordability Crisis

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Consumer Sentinel Data as a Business Law Tool for Measuring Consumer Financial Harm

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

DOJ Settles Challenge to OhioHealth Care System’s Insurance Contracting Practices

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Economic Issues in IEEPA Tariff Duty Rebate Cases

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Cell Phone Location Data/History Warrant Request: Is It a Fourth Amendment Search?

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Board of Directors: Fiduciary Duties and Balancing Risk, Reputation, and Long-Term Value

International Business Law

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Abuse of Power: A New Ground in France for Declaring Corporate Decisions Null and Void

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Emerging Data Center Litigation
6 Min Read Internet Law & Cybersecurity
July 23, 2026

Emerging Data Center Litigation

By: Davina Pujari, Chris Rheinheimer, Gina Aiello, Julia Petsche, Veronica Flores, Hannah Vanderlaan  | July 23, 2026

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Is Now the Time to Convert Your Farming Partnership to an LLC or S Corporation?

Mergers & Acquisitions

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Further Assurances Clauses: Making the Implied Covenant Express

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

When Selling Gift Cards Makes You a Money Transmitter

International Business Law

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Germany Market Entry for U.S. Companies: Structure Considerations

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Mishandling Gender Identity Information Could Cost Your Life Sciences Company Millions

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

California Court Finalizes Summary Judgment in Favor of OppFi, Rejects DFPI’s ‘True Lender’ Theory

Legal Opinions & Ethics

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business of Law

Legal Ethics and Practical Considerations for Business Lawyers Using AI in Modern Legal Practice

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mitigating Risk in the Evolving Medspa Landscape

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

International Business Law

Watch the North: Canada’s Proposed Legislative Overhaul Has Cross-Border Implications

Business of Law

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Legal Opinions & Ethics

AI in the Trenches: Of Humans, by Humans, for Humans

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Business of Law

Process Is Your Friend: A Practical Toolkit for Strong Board Governance

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Internet Law & Cybersecurity

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Why AI Hiring Discrimination Claims Are More Dangerous to Employers Than They Look

Mergers & Acquisitions

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Is New York ‘Reimagining’ the Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing?
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