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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Hidden Risks When Joining Forces With Another Company

Mergers and acquisitions present growth opportunities but come with significant hidden risks that require thorough legal and operational scrutiny.
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

It might be time for IT to consider AI models that don't steal

The risks are practically endless. Enterprises are investing billions in generative AI initiatives while ignoring doubts about future legal exposures. Major model makers provide no visibility into their training data.
Privacy professionals
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

U.S. Cracker Giant Admits Labeling Error, Plus Recalled Products with Catastrophic Impacts

Ritz mistakenly labeled peanut butter crackers as cheese crackers, prompting Mondelez International to issue a recall due to severe nut allergy risks, despite correct outer carton labeling.
Food & drink
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Trump's assault on DEI hasn't ended efforts to stop appraisal bias

The Biden administration continues to enforce fair housing regulations, focusing on compliance and consumer protections in mortgage and appraisal practices.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Fossil fuels are an insurance disaster

With a clear trend to longer, hotter heatwaves, it is important we shine a light on the true cost to human life, our economy, infrastructure, agriculture and healthcare system.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Women of West Virginia: inform on yourself to the miscarriage police! | Arwa Mahdawi

Pregnancy loss in West Virginia may lead to potential legal consequences for women, prompting warnings from officials to report miscarriages to law enforcement.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

2024 produced record number of 'thermonuclear verdicts,' report finds; what is impact of younger jurors?

Record number of thermonuclear verdicts reflects growing jury willingness to punish corporations, influenced by younger jurors and social factors.
Artificial intelligence
fromeLearning
2 months ago

Navigating Ethics, Safety, and Strategy in AI-Generated Learning Content - Webinar Summary - eLearning

AI in content creation provides opportunities and ethical challenges, including bias and transparency.
Human oversight is essential in AI-generated learning to ensure quality and accuracy.
#russia
UK news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 months ago

Bosnian Serb Leader Announces Arrival In Moscow Days After Court Requests Arrest Warrant

Sharing or interacting with specific content in Russia or its controlled areas can lead to severe legal consequences.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Labor Department Employees Threatened With Criminal Charges for Speaking Out

Department of Labor staff are warned against speaking to media, facing possible criminal charges and disciplinary actions, according to a memo from top officials.
fromGlobal IP & Technology Law Blog
3 months ago

Federal Circuit Upholds Major Trade Secrets and Contract Damages Award in Dispute Stemming from Failed Merger Talks

The case underscores significant risks associated with breaches of confidentiality agreements in high-stakes business negotiations, especially concerning trade secrets and proprietary technology.
Intellectual property law
EU data protection
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

A Guide on How to Legally Web Scrape EU Data | HackerNoon

The Markup emphasizes the importance of web scraping for data journalism while navigating legal risks, especially in the EU.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
3 months ago

The Legal Landscape of DEI: A Conversation with Jill Habig - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

While I can't give any individual nonprofit or company legal advice, it’s really important for organizations to seek their own counsel during this volatile moment.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

After historic indictment, doctors will keep mailing abortion pills over state lines

The indictment of a physician for mailing abortion medication highlights the heightened risks faced by healthcare providers in states with strict abortion laws.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Should Your Child's Therapist Testify in Your Custody Case?

Therapists often prioritize a child's well-being over court involvement, making their testimony potentially harmful to a custody case and a source of emotional strain.
Mental health
UK news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 months ago

Trump Signs Executive Order For Major Cuts To 7 Agencies, Including RFE/RL Overseer USAGM

Engaging with our content in Russia may lead to legal consequences.
Individuals with Russian passports can face fines or imprisonment for interactions.
Stateless residents in controlled areas are also at risk for similar actions.
Apple
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Apple shareholders expected to reject proposal pressuring them to scrap DEI programs

Apple shareholders are expected to reject an anti-diversity initiative, supporting the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion programs.
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