While environmental justice initiatives may have experienced a recent administrative curtailment at the direction of the executive branch,[1] recent litigation trends show that EJ-related issues are far from moot. On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the United States Court of
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30(b)(6) Depositions: The More You Know
Deposing Corporate Representatives? You Might Get More Time Than You Think
In complex litigation, the strategic use of discovery tools is not just beneficial – it’s imperative. Every litigator knows that a well-executed deposition can be a game-changer by uncovering
EPA Brought an Axe to a Regulatory Fight
On March 12, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) announced its deregulatory agenda.[1] Although most of the 31 actions identified by the EPA will require formal notice and comment rulemaking, with litigation ensuing, Wednesday’s announcement makes good on
Representation and Warranty Insurance – Considerations for M&A Transactions
In M&A transactions, the seller makes representations and warranties to the buyer regarding the business being sold, its ownership, assets, operations, and liabilities. The seller typically indemnifies the buyer from losses incurred post-closing resulting from inaccuracies in those representations and
“Unleashing American Energy” – Executive Order Summary
On the first day of his second term in office, President Trump issued an Executive Order titled “Unleashing American Energy.” This Order contains several provisions intended to encourage American energy production and remove barriers that “have impeded the
Copyright and Trademark Guidelines for “The Big Game”
This article was originally published by Biz New Orleans.
NEW ORLEANS – Devin Ricci and Mary Love, Intellectual Property Lawyers with Kean Miller, have issued a statement urging businesses and individuals to exercise caution to avoid unauthorized use
The “Zone of Reasonableness”
A pair of recent decisions from the US Supreme Court and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals signals a trend by the judiciary to closely scrutinize agency rulings where, in the past, courts have traditionally maintained a laissez-faire approach.
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Employee Driving and Employer Responsibilities
Two days before Christmas, the Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal handed down an opinion that should be of note to Louisiana employers. In its opinion, the Court of Appeal held that as a matter of law, an employer can
Should Online Marketplace Operators Fear Being Liable for All of Their Sellers? An Overview of the Louisiana Supreme Court’s Pickard v. Amazon Decision
A recent 4–3 majority decision [1] from the Louisiana Supreme Court exposes market intermediaries to potential liability for damages caused by products sold by sellers using their platform. In June 2024, the Louisiana Supreme Court answered two certified questions from
Selling Your Business: Key Considerations for a Successful Transaction
As a business owner, one of the most important decisions of your business career is the decision to sell your business, and once you make the decision to sell, it can be a long and complicated process. To maximize the