USLAW launches Legaltech Hub In-House Legal Team Referral Program
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USLAW Member Legal Alerts
Balancing Beliefs and Business: What Employers Need to Know About Religious Accommodations in the Workplace
Posted April 4, 2026
As modern workplaces grow increasingly diverse, employers must be prepared to accommodate employees’ religious practices and observations in a respectful, inclusive, and lawful manner. Continue Reading
Employers Beware: Courts Are Scrutinizing Mid-Lawsuit Arbitration Agreements
Posted April 2, 2026
The Ninth Circuit has warned employers that introducing a mandatory arbitration agreement during active class litigation, particularly when done through poor or misleading communication, can invalidate the agreement entirely. In Avery v. TEKsystems, decided January 28, 2026, the court affirmed a district court order refusing to enforce an arbitration policy… Continue Reading
Australia’s rigorous merger control will apply from 1 January 2026:
Posted April 2, 2026
The post Australia’s rigorous merger control will apply from 1 January 2026: appeared first on BUSE. Continue Reading
2026 Trial Win #3: Salt Lake City, Utah
Posted April 2, 2026
Molly Mitchell and Duke Evett represented a window-and-door company that installed a custom sliding-door panel system in a customer’s home in Utah. After the door system was installed, the customer refused to pay for it. The customer claimed he expected the door system to be taller, despite it matching the… Continue Reading
Washington Supreme Court Expands Exposure Under Pay-Transparency Law for Retail and Hospitality Employers
Posted April 2, 2026
In September 2025, the Washington Supreme Court issued a significant decision interpreting Washington’s pay-transparency statute, RCW 49.58.110, part of the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA). In Branson v. Washington Fine Wine & Spirits, LLC, 5 Wash. 3d 289, 574 P.3d 1031 (2025), the Court held that an individual qualifies… Continue Reading
AP&S Welcomes Alexandra W. Pezzello
Posted April 1, 2026
AP&S is pleased to welcome Alexandra Pezzello as Senior Counsel. Alex joins the firm’s Banking and Financial Services, Business & Corporate, and Real Estate Groups. Alex represents lending institutions, including local, regional, and national banks and credit unions—as well as borrowers in a wide range of complex financial transactions. Her… Continue Reading
Wisconsin Signals Limitations on Employer Liability for Employee Data Breaches
Posted April 1, 2026
Under Wisconsin law, employees must first be the victim of identity theft or other concrete, imminent harm to have standing to sue employer for data breach. Mere risk of future data misuse is not enough to establish standing. Continue Reading
Franklin & Prokopik Ranked Ninth in Greater Baltimore’s 200 Largest Law Firms List
Posted April 1, 2026
Franklin & Prokopik is proud to be once again featured on the Baltimore Business Journal’s list of Greater Baltimore’s 200 Largest Law Firms. F&P is ranked ninth for 2026, the […] Continue Reading
Four Attorneys Promoted to Of Counsel Across Portland and Seattle Offices
Posted April 1, 2026
Williams Kastner announces the promotions of Brad Hill, Greg Reinert, Brad Schlesinger, and Ashley Shearer to Of Counsel. Each was elevated from Senior Associate in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the firm and our clients. Three of the promoted attorneys are based in the firm’s Portland office, and one… Continue Reading
A Timely Refresh on Ambulatory Surgery Centers and the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute
Posted March 31, 2026
On March 4, 2026, the Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) issued Advisory Opinion No. 26-04 relating to investments in and transfers of ownership interests in an ambulatory surgery center (“ASC”). While most experienced health care administrators understand that the federal Anti-Kickback Statute (“AKS”) applies to ASC arrangements, many do not… Continue Reading