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Franczek P.C.

The DEI Divide: An Overview of the Varying Positions on Corporate DEI Policies Across the U.S.

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As corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (“DEI”) face increasing legal and political scrutiny, a deep divide is emerging among states on how they view these initiatives. Some states are doubling down on their...more

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Illinois Law Requiring Certain Not-For-Profits to Disclose Demographic Data Challenged in Federal Court

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Illinois' General Not-For-Profit Corporation Act (Act) was amended to begin requiring certain Illinois not-for-profits to annually report on the demographics of their governing bodies as of January 1, 2025....more

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Navigating DEI in a Shifting Legal Landscape: Insights From Late Night — Hiring to Firing Podcast

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Workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs face more scrutiny than ever after President Trump's recent Executive Order targeting DEI policies and programs across the federal government, in private industries...more

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The DEI Stalemate: Paying the Price for the Wrong Move - Part 2

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Part 2 of The DEI Stalemate builds on the lessons learned in the first session, focusing on practical strategies for implementing successful DEI initiatives without legal missteps. Attorneys X. Lightfoot, Avery Locklear, and...more

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Artificial Intelligence: Is the Health Care Sector Ready for the Rollout?

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On July 17, 2024, Foley & Lardner LLP hosted the Boston Health Care AI & Technology Investor Summit with Endeavor Venture Funds, bringing together hundreds of attendees in person and virtually to discuss issues surrounding...more

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Corporate DEI Landscape - One Year After SFFA

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In the year since the Supreme Court’s highly anticipated decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard and Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina (SFFA), effectively eliminating race-conscious...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

AI in Compliance Week: Part 3 – Embracing AI-Powered Internal Controls

Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into internal controls is pivotal in the ever-evolving corporate governance landscape. We have closely followed the discussion around this emerging trend and the insights from industry...more

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Fifth Circuit Upholds Nasdaq Board Diversity Rule

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Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld Nasdaq's board diversity rule, which the SEC first approved in August 2021 and was then challenged as unconstitutionally discriminatory and an improper...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Insights – June 2023

This edition of Skadden’s quarterly Insights looks at the latest trends in shareholder activism, the scrutiny companies are facing over their ESG disclosures and employment considerations for using AI in the workplace, among...more

Jenner & Block

Client Alert: Board Diversity Efforts: Factors for Companies to Consider Given Growing Scrutiny

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In recent years, companies have paid significant attention to corporate board diversity. Many corporations have done so on their own initiative as part of their broader commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI),...more

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2021 Legislative Changes Impacting Virginia Community Associations (Update)

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July 1 means new laws become effective in Virginia.  The 2021 legislative session and special sessions were busy and resulted in sweeping changes—many of which impact Virginia community associations.  Of significance to...more

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Spring Cleaning For Virginia Community Associations Top 10 Policies and Procedures

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The pandemic that took hold in 2020 created uncertainty and required community associations to adapt to new norms and its policies and procedures.  The country looked forward to a new year with new hope.  A new year usually...more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Diversity in the Boardroom: A Litigation and Governance Update

Recent events have brought renewed attention to the push for greater diversity in the boardroom. In this alert, we discuss several developments highlighting the need for public company directors to remain focused on diversity...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Skadden's 2020 Insights

Despite political and economic uncertainties, markets and deal activity were resilient in 2019, and strong fundamentals remain in place heading into 2020. Companies continue to face a challenging litigation and enforcement...more

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Leveraging The Power Of Women On Boards And Civil Rights

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In a recent posting on the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation, Nate Emeritz proposes several mechanisms under Delaware law for leveraging existing female board power to prevent the...more

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Proposed Bill To Mandate Female Directors On Corporate Boards

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State Senator Jason Lewis of Winchester, Massachusetts, intends to file proposed legislation on Friday, January 18, 2019, that, if approved, would require all publicly traded companies with principal executive offices in...more

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