Sometimes, when an individual or business files a federal lawsuit, they are not seeking compensation for a harm that has already occurred. They, instead, might ask the court to stop the defendant from actions that create additional or ongoing harm. And monetary damages might not resolve the plaintiff’s injuries. A court may order injunctive relief prohibiting one or […]
Author: Jarod Bona Congress and the federal courts have—over time—created several exemptions or immunities to antitrust liability. The US Supreme Court in National Society of Professional Engineers v. United States explained that “The Sherman Act reflects a legislative judgment that ultimately competition will produce not only lower prices, but also better goods and services.” 435 U.S. 679, 695 (1978). And “[t]he heart […]
A Recent Manatt Webinar Shared How COVID-19 Is Reshaping Telehealth Policies, Trends and Imperatives—Today and Into the Future—for Providers, Payers and Policymakers. Click Here to Register Free and Download a Free Copy of the Presentation. The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted telehealth into overdrive, with virtual healthcare interactions on pace to top 1 billion by the […]
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 9:00–10:00 a.m. PT 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET Discover Where SDOH Stands in the Era of COVID-19—Including What the Pandemic Is Teaching Us and Where We Go From Here—at a New Manatt Webinar. Click Here to Register Free. Long before COVID-19, evidence was mounting that social determinants of health (SDOH)—the conditions in which people are […]
A business plan is a valuable tool whether you’re seeking additional financing for an existing business, starting a new company, or analyzing a new market. Think of it as your blueprint for success. Not only will it clarify your business vision and goals, but it will also force you to gain a thorough understanding of […]
When filing a tax return, mistakes such as the common errors listed below can result in a processing delay – and increase the amount of time it takes to receive a tax refund. Using a reputable tax preparer such as a certified public accountant, enrolled agent or another knowledgeable tax professional is usually the best […]
Individuals with significant assets who want to transfer wealth to heirs tax-free, as well as minimize estate taxes, should take advantage of proven tax strategies such as gifting and direct payments to educational institutions; however low interest rates and a volatile stock market are creating additional opportunities. Let’s take a look at some of the […]
Author: Jarod Bona The US Supreme Court said in 1986 that “[T]here is a consensus among commentators that predatory pricing schemes are rarely tried, and even more rarely successful.” This was the famous Matsushita Elec. Indus. Co. v. Zenith Radio Corp. case that is known mostly for stating that to survive summary judgment on antitrust conspiracy, a plaintiff […]
Bona Law partner Aaron Gott will speak as a panelist on an upcoming ABA Antitrust Section panel on FTC v. Qualcomm, a case in which a district court held that Qualcomm violated the federal antitrust laws and issued an injunction prohibiting Qualcomm from conduct tying patent licensing to the supply of its chips. Qualcomm appealed, and the case is […]
Editor’s Note: At the start of this year, the United States was on its way to a record-breaking level of digital health investment. In Q1 of 2020, $3.1 billion was invested in digital health deals, over 1.5 times more than in any previous first quarter. Globally, there were 142 digital health deals, with $3.5 billion […]
Editor’s Note: Manatt Health partner Cindy Mann testified today at a joint meeting of New Jersey’s Assembly Aging and Senior Services Committee and Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee. Her testimony focused on Manatt Health’s recent report on strengthening the resilience of New Jersey’s nursing homes in the wake of COVID-19 and discussed the report’s key recommendations. […]
As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law March 27, many small business owners were able to apply for – and receive – a loan of up to $10 million under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Businesses – including nonprofits, veterans’ organizations, Tribal entities, self-employed individuals, sole proprietorships, […]