State antitrust enforcement is becoming increasingly significant, with a diverse array of laws across 51 jurisdictions, including the District of Columbia. State Attorneys General (AGs) are not merely filling gaps left by federal enforcement but are actively shaping the landscape
What is the new non-U.S. citizen registration requirement?
The law requires non-U.S. citizens residing in the United States to register with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), providing personal information such as fingerprints and home addresses. The new rule aims
Ohio’s new Pay Stub Protection Act went into effect earlier this week, modifying and clarifying what must be included in an employee’s pay statement.
When the Ohio Supreme Court accepts a proposition of law for jurisdictional appeal, it typically requires litigants to file merit briefs and present oral arguments before the Court. But what if the Ohio Supreme Court and an intermediate appellate court
After President Trump’s DEI-related Executive Orders and Presidential Acts, employers have grappled with their DEI policies. Employers now have some agency guidance on what the Trump Administration considers illegal DEI practices and potential implications. The documents linked below focus on
On April 4, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released guidance and updated model notices for annual funding notices (AFNs) required under ERISA. This update comes just weeks before the April 30, 2025 deadline for many defined benefit plans and
What is the Ohio Supreme Court up to these days on the civil side?
With the first quarter of 2025 already in the rear-view mirror, it’s a great time to check out the Issues Accepted for Review page on the
When the words “Hart Scott” or “HSR” are mentioned, business executives and deal lawyers often react with indifference. While they recognize the necessity of HSR compliance before closing a transaction, it typically garners little attention unless the deal is expected
Jury demand withdrawal
Under Civ.R. 38(B), a party seeking a jury trial must serve a jury demand on the other party or parties not later than 14 days after the service of the last pleading directed to such issue. It
Managing the complexities of employee benefit plans can raise questions you might hesitate to ask—whether they feel too basic or you’re unsure where to begin. In this series, “Employee benefit questions you didn’t want to ask (but should),” we tackle