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Ethical Rules for Using Generative AI in Your Practice | Model Rule 1.6: Confidentiality

Steve Herman is special counsel in Fishman Haygood’s Litigation Section. He has served on the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Board of Governors since 2014 and currently serves as Chair of the AAJ’s AI Task Force. He also serves on the standing Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Rules of Professional Conduct Committee and has given numerous presentations […]

Bartlett Recaps August 2024 Court Opinions in New Take the Fifth Blog Post

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his August 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 224 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the […]

Ethical Rules for Using Generative AI in Your Practice | Model Rules 5.1 & 5.3: Supervision of Associates and Non-Lawyer Assistance

Steve Herman is special counsel in Fishman Haygood’s Litigation Section. He has served on the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Board of Governors since 2014 and currently serves as Chair of the AAJ’s AI Task Force. He also serves on the standing Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Rules of Professional Conduct Committee and has given […]

Bartlett Recaps July 2024 Court Opinions in New Take the Fifth Blog Post

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his July 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 190 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the […]

Examining Ethical Rules for Using Generative AI in Your Practice | Model Rule 1.1: Competence

Steve Herman is special counsel in Fishman Haygood’s Litigation Section. He has served on the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Board of Governors since 2014 and currently serves as Chair of the AAJ’s AI Task Force. He also serves on the standing Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Rules of Professional Conduct Committee and has given […]

Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog Recaps June 2024 Court Opinions

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his June 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 178 total released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth […]

Are Retailers Responsible for Publicly Promoted Products: Herman Details Fifth Circuit’s Recent Reversal in Defective Baby Formula Case

Special counsel Steve Herman recently published an article reviewing the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court’s reversal of a District Court’s ruling to dismiss a family’s case against Hain Celestial Group and Whole Foods over defective baby formula. Continue reading below, or click here to read on JD Supra. A recent Congressional report [i] identified the risk […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #9: Have the Courage of Your Convictions

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #8: Don’t Be Afraid […]

May 2024 Court Opinions Recapped on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his May 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 176 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #8: Don’t Be Afraid to “Go Public”

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #7: Mix and Mingle. […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #7: Mix and Mingle

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #6: Ask the Experts […]

Defining Liability: Herman Reports on U.S. 5th Circuit Reversal of EPA Order Regarding PFAS in Plastic Containers

Special counsel Steve Herman recently published an article reviewing the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court’s reversal of an EPA order regarding the presence of PFAS in plastic containers produced by Inhance Technologies. Continue reading below, or click here to read on JD Supra. Inhance Technologies, a Texas-based plastic and chemical transformation company, went head-to-head with the […]

Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog Recaps April 2024 Court Opinions

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his April 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 186 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip 6: Ask the Experts for Help

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #5: Have an Attitude […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #5 for Directors: Have an Attitude of Constructive Skepticism

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #4: Understand Your “Mandate.” […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #4 for Directors: Understand Your “Mandate”

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #3: Do Your Homework. […]

March 2024 Court Opinions on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his March 2024 summary of opinion statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 252 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle […]

Herman Reviews Eleventh Circuit Rejection of FIFRA Preemption in Roundup Case, Discusses Future Failure to Warn Claims

Special counsel Steve Herman recently published an article reviewing the U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court’s rejection of FIFRA preemption in a case involving the weed-killer brand, Roundup. Continue reading below, or click here to read on JD Supra. As of May 2022, Monsanto, the company that developed the allegedly cancer-causing weed killer Roundup, has settled more […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #3 for Directors: Do Your Homework

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #2: Don’t Be a […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #2 for Directors: Don’t Be a Lone Wolf

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Click here to read Tip #1: Understand the Board […]

February 2024 Court Opinions Recapped on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel and head of the firm’s Appellate Section, has published his February 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 212 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. […]

How to Ask the Tough Questions in the Boardroom | Tip #1 for Directors: Understand the Board Dynamic

Maureen Gershanik is a partner and a member of Fishman Haygood’s Business Section. She counsels boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting, executive employment matters, and executive compensation. In this biweekly series, she provides nine tips for directors as they navigate the boardroom. Public company directors are under more pressure than ever […]

Bartlett Reviews January 2024 Court Opinions on Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his January 2024 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 181 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs […]

December 2023 Court Opinions on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his December 2023 summary of opinion statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 190 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs and […]

Dischargeable Versus Nondischargeable: Two Fishman Haygood Student Loan Cases Cited in CFPB Warning to Servicers

Earlier this year, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) warned servicers that they must cease any unlawful conduct as it pertains to private student loans discharged in bankruptcy court. According to the CFPB’s Compliance Bulletin and Policy Guidance, examiners found that certain loan servicers illegally returned non-qualified education loans to collections despite their discharged status, […]

Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog Recaps November 2023 Court Opinions

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his November 2023 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 213 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs […]

Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog Recaps October 2023 Court Opinions, Tracks New Statistic

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his October 2023 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 225 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Starting this month, Bartlett began tracking a […]

Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog: 2022-2023 Annual Recap

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his 2022-2023 annual statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 2,696 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs and defendants in civil […]

September 2023 Court Opinions on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his September 2023 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 186 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs […]

Elmer Offers a Brief Look at Direct SPAC Cases

Special purpose acquisition companies (“SPACs”) have been in the litigation spotlight recently. As SPAC disputes play out in courts nationwide, one especially interesting field of play is in the Delaware Chancery courts where SPAC shareholders are pursuing breach of fiduciary duty cases against SPAC sponsors, officers, and directors. How did this litigation develop, and where […]

Bartlett Reviews August 2023 Court Opinions on Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his August 2023 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 280 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs […]

Burge Details Risks of Securities-Backed Loans in PIABA Bar Journal Article

Jason Burge, a partner in Fishman Haygood’s Litigation Section, authored the article “Investors Cornered: The Risks of Securities-Backed Loans” published in the most recent edition of the PIABA Bar Journal, a publication of the Public Investors Advocate Bar Association (PIABA). Burge explores several risks and disadvantages of securities-backed loans that are not as well understood or […]

July 2023 Court Opinions Recapped on Bartlett’s Take the Fifth Blog

Attorney Tad Bartlett, Fishman Haygood special counsel, has published his July 2023 summary of opinions and statistics from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. These statistics are based on 216 total opinions released by the Court. Click here to read more on his Take the Fifth blog. Our lawyers handle appeals for both plaintiffs […]

Hurricane Ida: Recovering Business Losses

In the wake of Hurricane Ida, businesses should look to their insurance policies to find coverage, whether for property damage, business interruption losses, or other covered losses. Fishman Haygood’s team of experienced insurance coverage attorneys

Excessive Market Losses May Have Been Preventable

Because the overall market has performed well over the past several years, a great deal of investor losses and broker misconduct has gone undetected. COVID-19 may have brought that misconduct to light.

Gershanik Discusses Securities Law and Opportunity Zones

As more investors eye lucrative investment opportunities in Qualified Opportunity Zones, the SEC and state regulators will be monitoring securities activities associated with the program, according to Fishman Haygood Partner Maureen Gershanik.

CDFI Fund Opens 2019 NMTC Application Round

The Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund today announced the opening of the calendar year 2019 allocation round of the federal new markets tax credit (NMTC). Applications are due October 28, 2019.

Opportunity Zones Tax Incentives: Deferral and Development

The Opportunity Zones (“OZ”) tax incentive allows taxpayers to defer until 2026 taxes on capital gains if those profits are reinvested in opportunity funds–which are equity funds that invest in businesses in opportunity zones.

Economic Development Districts = Tax Dollars to Developers

Real Estate Developers in Louisiana can receive tax dollars to enhance projects through Economic Development Districts (EDDs). EDDS are strictly defined geographic areas that are authorized and created by ordinance of the city or parish where they are located.