Lone Pine orders are important in complex lawsuits, requiring plaintiffs to show key evidence early on. In the recent Taxotere MDL case, the court upheld such an order, asking plaintiffs to prove they had chemotherapy-induced hair loss with expert diagnoses. Some plaintiffs argued this was unfair, especially for those who had passed away, but the court disagreed, saying these orders help identify weak cases and keep things fair. You can learn more about the case in this post by Eric Friedman and Tom Prible for the “Faegre Drinker on Products” blog.
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Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients. With 1,200 experienced attorneys and consulting professionals licensed in nearly every state in the U.S., and with strategic offices in London and Shanghai, we have the strength and reach to solve our clients’ most complex transactional, litigation and regulatory challenges, wherever they may arise. Faegre Drinker Consulting, the firm’s advisory and advocacy division based in Washington, D.C., provides public policy, regulatory and technical services to key sectors of the economy. Additional services include Tritura Information Governance, the firm’s data science subsidiary, and Innovative Health Strategies, a health care consultancy that helps hospitals operate efficiently and improve quality of service.
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In an article for The Legal Intelligencer, Andrew Kassner and Joseph Argentina review a decision from the Ninth Circuit that overturned a bankruptcy court ruling that had been upheld by the district court. The ruling dealt with dividing the sale proceeds of real property between the IRS for its tax lien and the bankruptcy estate.
Real Property Sale Proceeds Must Be Paid First to Unavoided Portion of IRS Tax Lien
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The LMG Life Sciences rankings celebrate the firms, individuals and companies behind the most innovative and challenging life sciences work of the past year. We are proud to share that Faegre Drinker’s Jonathan Zimmerman, Matt Stamski, Andrea Roberts Pierson, Reed Abrahamson and Peter Blenkinsop were named 2024 “Leading Life Sciences Lawyers” by LMG Life Sciences. Reed was also recognized as a 2024 “Rising Star.” Congratulations, all!
Faegre Drinker Attorneys Recognized in LMG Life Sciences Rankings
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The UK Employment Rights Bill brings sweeping reforms aimed at enhancing worker protections while also supporting employers. In this alert, Alex Denny, Emma Vennesson, Brooke Razor and James S. highlight what employers should know and review key changes to existing rules and regulations.
What Employers Should Know About the New UK Employment Rights Bill
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The Supreme Court has agreed to hear Cunningham v. Cornell University, a case where the plaintiffs accused Cornell of mishandling their retirement plans by allowing excessive fees and selecting poor-performing investment options. This case could have a significant impact on how we understand fiduciary responsibilities under ERISA. A key question also at play: Is a "prohibited transaction" considered a valid claim under ERISA? In this edition of Thinking ESOPs, Rick Pearl discusses this important issue — which courts and parties seem to have overlooked — and its impact on ESOPs.
Thinking ESOPs: Supreme Court to Take Up ‘Prohibited Transactions' and Burden of Proof Questions
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A Florida court dismissed a pending False Claims Act case on the grounds that the whistleblower provisions of the FCA are unconstitutional under the Appointments Clause of the U.S. Constitution. Although the case has no direct precedential effect outside the Middle District of Florida, courts should anticipate defendants will rush to raise the same constitutional challenge in other FCA cases throughout the country. You can learn more about the case and its impact in this alert by Brittany Fisher and Carolyn F. McNiven.
Zafirov Ruling Strikes Down FCA Whistleblower Suits
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Pablo Svirsky and Caryn Glawe highlighted Faegre Drinker’s efforts to promote diversity in the legal profession through different community programs in an article for the Indiana Lawyer. Pablo, chair of the firm’s diversity collective, said that the firm awards one-year diversity and inclusion fellowships to law students, and has worked with more than a dozen national organizations to help address issues important to underrepresented communities. Caryn, who serves on Central Indiana’s Center for Leadership Development Board, has helped establish Faegre Drinker’s scholarship for CLD graduates interested in pursuing a legal career. She said the firm established the scholarship in 2019, and many applicants express interest in being a “helper” in their communities by pursuing a career as an attorney.
Caryn Glawe and Pablo Svirsky Discuss Pipeline Initiatives to Promote Diversity in Law With Indiana Lawyer
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In an article for The Investment Lawyer, Gwen Williamson discusses recent legal, regulatory, political, and market developments in the ESG space. She also explores, through the clear and colorful lens of speeches and public statements made by SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce, solid ground that firms can stand on in constructing sustainable ESG communications practices for the long term.
Sustainable ESG Communications for Registered Funds and Advisers in a Transitioning Space
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As we move through 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice has set its sights on telemedicine as a ripe source for additional criminal prosecutions and False Claims Act activity. Looking ahead, a potential new target for DOJ enforcement actions may involve telemedicine companies hocking compounded versions of popular glp-1 weight loss drugs, which are in short supply. And, as telehealth grows and evolves, it will likely become a more regular feature of the DOJ’s False Claims Act enforcements — not just criminal prosecutions. You can learn more in this alert by Brittany Fisher, Carolyn F. McNiven and Jessica Natali.
DOJ Targets Telemedicine Companies for Additional False Claims Act Recoveries
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“DEI means intentionally bringing together a spectrum of experiences through which collaboration creates innovative solutions to solving issues,” said Julian Harrell in a profile published by the Indiana Lawyer. Julian was highlighted by the Indiana Lawyer, along with other individuals who were named to the 2024 “Diversity in Law” honoree class. The program recognizes attorneys and judges who actively work to promote different forms of diversity within the legal profession. Congratulations, Julian!
Indiana Lawyer Names Julian Harrell 2024 ‘Diversity in Law' Honoree
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