Antitrust and competition law is a global issue. Markets that could be national are often global instead (because if they aren’t naturally local, there usually isn’t reason to stop at a country’s borders). Bona Law embraces this international reality. That is part of what attracted me to the firm upon my arrival in the United States after 15 […]
I. In-Scope Products: The definition of the imported article subject to this petition is complete bicycles having a Customs Value under $400, without regard to the value of accessories on or imported with the imported article. For purposes of this petition, a complete bicycle includes a fully-assembled unit comprised of all component parts and requiring no […]
Nine McCarter & English partners have been recognized by The World Trademark Review, the prestigious research directory that acknowledges the world’s leading trademark practices and professionals. Since 2013 McCarter’s trademark attorneys in Boston, Newark, and New York practices have been recognized for their enforcement and litigation, and prosecution and strategy prowess. This year’s list includes […]
Please take five minutes to read our October 22, 2018, newsletter, to learn about: Antitrust Laws Designed to Foster Competition Support Safety Claims With Scientific Proof We hope you’ll enjoy all our articles. Cordially, William H. Shawn Co-Managing Partner Full Article Save Article Email Firm General Litigation Antitrust Laws Designed to Foster Competition Antitrust […]
Goodbye, NAFTA. Hello, ‘USMCA.’ The deal has a new name, new rules for cars and trucks, and labor and IP protections. Trump praises new trade deal with Mexico and Canada President Trump introduced the new USMCA trade deal with Mexico and Canada on Oct. 1, to replace NAFTA. (Reuters) By Heather Long, taken from https://www.washingtonpost.com October 1 at […]
The Trump Administration’s ‘Made in America’ policy may be causing headaches for many US importers, but for Bob Silverman, every twist in the ongoing saga is a new opportunity for his legal practice. Despite 30 years as a trade and customs lawyer, Bob says he has never seen the law used in such a way […]
Read moreRobert Silverman featured gtreview.com At a time of rising protectionism, there are ways in which companies engaged in global trade can legally bypass increasingly restrictive policies. In fact, for over 100 years, international traders have been following legitimate rules to obtain favourable tariff treatment. With a slow-burning trade war now fuelling anti-globalisation sentiment, GTR speaks to Robert Silverman, […]
If you liked the old computer game, “Minesweeper,” then you’re ready to take on Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings for antitrust review of mergers & acquisitions. Both have rules. And both can produce unexpected catastrophes even if you think you’re following the rules. In fact, major clients, advised by major law firms, have been hit with hundreds of […]
It’s a complex process that involves uncovering sources of money, using the proper means and evaluating whether the timing is good. If the economy is slow, it’s more difficult to raise cash — no matter how clever your business plan is. Round Robin Financing is often done through “rounds,” which occur over time and involve one […]
“Smart Shops Nip Stars’ Bad Behavior in the Bud – Joel Greenwald featured in an article on toxic employees by IGNITES, a Financial Times publication – published July 2, 2018
Employment Law Avoid Costly Employer Mistakes Today’s employers face a growing list of liability dangers. They begin as soon as a business starts looking for job applicants and can continue even after employees leave the company. Here are three cases involving a medical practice, a manufacturer and a restaurant that highlight some of the […]
IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Edith M. Kallas of Whatley Kallas. Edith has joined IR as our exclusive Life Sciences Member in New York. Ms. Kallas concentrates her practice in the areas of healthcare and insurance litigation. She represents healthcare providers, patients and members of the organized […]
