Courtney Lytle Sarnow Explains What Employers Must Know About Noncompetes NOW After the FTC Reversal
The regulatory landscape for noncompete agreements has shifted dramatically following the Federal Trade Commission’s withdrawal of its proposed nationwide ban in September 2025. Employers now face renewed uncertainty, evolving enforcement priorities, and a complex patchwork of state laws. Join our Partner Courtney Lytle Sarnow for this timely and practical CLE program examining what employers must […]
Client Alert by Heather Clauson Haughian: Using Free AI Tools with Legal Information Can Destroy Your Attorney-Client Privilege
Authored by CM Law Managing Partner, Heather Clauson Haughian, this client alert examines a landmark federal court ruling that found entering privileged legal information into free AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude can waive attorney-client privilege—and explains what businesses and individuals must do to protect themselves.
Courtney Lytle Sarnow Presents “Can Creators Protect Their IP in the Era of AI” at the Federal Bar Association
Click here to register for our Partner Courtney Lytle Sarnow’s live, video broadcast presentation through the Federal Bar Association, on Protecting Creative Style in the Age of AI: Copyright Publicity Rights, and the “Vibe” Problem, February 27th, from 1-3:10 PM EST. You can use the code ‘CLSCLES26‘ to grant free access to the webinar. Courtney […]
Client Alert by Mike Piazza and Peter Cassat: IEEPA Tariffs Ruled Invalid — What It Means for Your Business
Authored by CM Law Partners Mike Piazza and Peter Cassat, this client alert examines the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision invalidating tariffs imposed under IEEPA and outlines the immediate implications for importers, potential refund strategies, and the Administration’s likely next steps.
Client Alert by Mike Piazza: SEC Disclosure Reform: Chairman Atkins Outlines Concrete Steps to Simplify and Modernize Public Company Reporting
Authored by CM Law Partner Mike Piazza, this client alert examines the sweeping disclosure reforms outlined by Paul Atkins and supported by Commissioner Mark Uyeda, highlighting how the SEC’s renewed focus on materiality, simplification, and capital formation could reshape regulatory obligations and reinvigorate the U.S. IPO market in 2026.
Client Alert by Mike Piazza: Expanding Federal Whistleblower Initiatives – Treasury Launches Whistleblower Program for Financial Crimes
CM Law Partner Mike Piazza breaks down FinCEN’s new whistleblower program, offering financial rewards for tips on fraud, money laundering, and sanctions violations—and what it means for your organization’s compliance strategy in this client alert.
AI Regulation in Flux: AAMI Asks CM Law Partner Reiko Feaver About Trump’s AI Executive Order
The White House’s December executive order, “Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence,” was intended to simplify AI regulation by pushing states to adopt a single federal standard. Instead, it has created uncertainty—especially for medical device manufacturers navigating AI compliance across multiple jurisdictions. In a recent AAMI interview with Jen A. Miller, CM Law […]
$1B Is the New “Small”: CM Law Partner Jonathan Scott Weighs in on SEC Proposal in The Daily Upside
The Securities and Exchange Commission is rethinking what it means to be “small.” In a recent proposal, the SEC announced it is considering raising the assets-under-management threshold for “small entities” from $25 million to $1 billion—a significant shift that could ultimately reshape how the SEC regulates thousands of investment advisory firms. CM Law Partner Jonathan […]
CM Law Welcomes Renowned Advertising & Marketing Attorney Linda A. Goldstein
Addition of Former Chair of Advertising, Marketing, and Digital Media at BakerHostetler Turbocharges CM Law’s Already Robust Advertising & Marketing Practice CM Law, LLP, the largest, national, full-service, woman-owned & managed law firm in the country, is pleased to welcome Advertising, Marketing, and Digital Media Law powerhouse Linda A. Goldstein as a partner in our […]
Reiko Feaver: New AI Risks: Contractor Confidentiality Risks; Insurance Gaps
Authored by CM Law Partner & Technology Group Chair Reiko Feaver, this article examines two emerging AI risks that are quietly raising the stakes for businesses: contractor confidentiality gaps and receding insurance coverage.
Reiko Feaver Discusses 2026 Tech Trends to Watch in EMarketer
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, 2026 is expected to be a year of recalibration rather than disruption. In a recent EMarketer interview, CM Law Partner & Technology Practice Chair Reiko Feaver identified key tech trends likely to shape the year ahead: A market correction in the AI sector as expectations normalize; Increased competition in […]
HR Dive Interviews Peter Cassat on Using AI for Employee Performance Reviews
In her HRDive article, As major firms green-light AI for performance reviews, should others follow suit?, Contributing Writer Jen A. Miller writes that artificial intelligence promises efficiency and data-driven insights. She notes that while companies increasingly adopt AI technology to streamline employee review processes, employers would do well to proceed with caution. That’s the focus […]
