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In addition to dealing with the logistical nightmare posed by the pandemic-related cancellations, many event organizers and other service providers are also dealing with potential legal liability… COVID-19 has forced events ranging from weddings to concerts to sports matches to be postponed, rescheduled or canceled due to COVID-19. In addition to dealing with the logistical nightmare […]

COVID-19 has forced businesses to adapt to rapidly-evolving operating conditions and even establish new business models… COVID-19 has forced businesses to adapt to rapidly-evolving operating conditions and even establish new business models. Amidst these changes, legal departments have been called on to monitor continually changing regulatory requirements and devise new compliance plans. Of course, many businesses […]

The year 2020 has highlighted our dependence on technology.  Cybercriminals have seized the opportunity to target the vulnerabilities that may exist in your business’ infrastructure. Online crimes reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) have spiked 400 percent since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic started earlier this year. The figures, […]

Medical marijuana alternative treatment centers (ATCs) can deliver cannabis to patients and their caregivers under a new waiver granted by the New Jersey Department of Public Health (NJDOH). According to the agency, the waiver aims to ensure qualifying patients acquire medicinal marijuana safely and reduce trips to ATCs during the state’s COVID-19 response. “The Department […]

The makers of the popular Fortnite video game are doing the “happy” dance after a Maryland federal judge dismissed an intellectual property lawsuit… The makers of the popular Fortnite video game are doing the “happy” dance after a Maryland federal judge dismissed an intellectual property lawsuit alleging that Epic Games illegally copied the “Running Man” […]

The USPTO recently announced a new COVID-19 prioritized examination program for certain trademark and service mark applications… The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced a new COVID-19 prioritized examination program for certain trademark and service mark applications. It is available for products that are subject to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval […]

While the USPTO updated its cannabis trademark guidance in the wake of the 2018 Farm Bill, it didn’t give the green light to all CBD-related trademarks… While the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) updated its cannabis trademark guidance in the wake of the 2018 Farm Bill, it didn’t give the green light to all […]

Gay, lesbian, and transgender (LGBT) workers are protected under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Gay, lesbian, and transgender (LGBT) workers are protected under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, according to a landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court specifically held that an employer who fires […]

Scarinci Hollenbeck’s New York Securities Offerings Law Group Successfully Assists Mountain Crest Acquisition Corp. in $50 Million IPO New York, NY, June 16, 2020 – Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Securities & Investment Banking law group successfully provided legal support to the underwriters of the offering of securities of Mountain Crest Acquisition Corp. which raised $50 million in an initial public […]

When employees return to the workplace after months of social distancing, they will encounter a dramatically different work environment than the one they remember… When employees return to the workplace after months of social distancing, they will encounter a dramatically different work environment than the one they remember.  The “new normal” will be characterized by […]

The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act makes several key changes to the Paycheck Protection Program… The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which President Donald Trump signed into law on June 4, 2020, makes several key changes to the Paycheck Protection Program. The business-friendly changes will help ensure that more businesses will be able to reap […]

After a difficult few months, New Jersey restaurants are gradually reopening their doors for on-premises dining. After a difficult few months, New Jersey restaurants are gradually reopening their doors for on-premises dining. For restaurant operators and their customers, it is important to understand what is required to reopen safely. This article outlines the guidance provided […]