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Presidential Pardon of Changpeng Zhao: Legal Impact & Compliance Implications

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao received a full presidential pardon issued by former President Donald Trump on October 23, 2024, removing the federal criminal penalties associated with his prior conviction for anti-money laundering compliance failures. While the pardon has generated significant public discussion, its legal effect is narrow and does not rewrite...

SEC v. Richard Heart: Jurisdiction Limits in Federal Crypto Enforcement

In SEC v. Richard Heart, a federal court dismissed a high-profile crypto enforcement action, underscoring the limits of U.S. jurisdiction in digital asset regulation. The SEC’s lawsuit, filed in July 2023, alleged that Heart raised more than $1 billion through unregistered offerings and misappropriated investor funds. On February 28,...

Federal Court Dismisses Drake v. UMG, Reinforcing Limits of Defamation Claims in Music

In a closely watched entertainment law dispute, the Drake UMG defamation lawsuit was dismissed by a federal judge in the Southern District of New York, reinforcing key principles of defamation law and First Amendment protection. The decision provides important guidance on the limits of defamation claims, particularly where creative...

SAFE for Kids Act | New York

In 2024, New York enacted the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act, a statute aimed at limiting how digital platforms engage users under the age of 18. Although regulators have not yet begun enforcement, the law signals a meaningful shift in how the state approaches youth protection, platform accountability, and...

Micah Parsons Trade Highlights the Legal Risks of Informal Contract Negotiations

The trade of Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers offers a clear example of how informal negotiations and breakdowns in representation can derail even the most valuable professional relationships. Although headlines focused on the historic contract Parsons signed after the trade, the events leading...

Brian Flores Lawsuit Against the NFL Proceeds to Trial

In a significant development for employment law and professional sports, the Brian Flores NFL discrimination lawsuit will proceed to trial after a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Importantly, the court rejected the NFL’s attempt to compel arbitration. Instead, it held that the league’s...

UFC–Paramount Media Deal Signals a New Era for Sports Broadcasting

In a landmark media rights agreement, the UFC has entered into a seven-year, approximately $7.7 billion exclusive U.S. media deal with Paramount, marking one of the most significant shifts in modern sports distribution. Beginning in 2026, Paramount+ will serve as the primary streaming home for UFC events in the United States, with...

Shohei Ohtani Named in Lawsuit Over Hawaii Luxury Real Estate Development

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani and his longtime agent, Nez Balelo, have been named in a lawsuit stemming from a luxury real estate development on Hawaii’s Hapuna Coast. The case, filed in Hawaii Circuit Court, involves allegations of improper interference with a proposed $240 million project known as The Vista at...

NFL ESPN Media Deal Reshapes Football Broadcasting & Streaming

The NFL ESPN media deal marks a significant turning point in how professional football content is distributed and monetized. Under the proposed agreement, ESPN will acquire distribution and branding rights to NFL Network and RedZone, while the NFL will take a 10% equity stake in ESPN. Although the parties...

New York Rent Control Decision Reinforces Long-Term Housing Regulation

The New York rent control decision issued in 2023 reaffirmed the constitutionality of the state’s rent control and rent stabilization laws. Although the ruling did not introduce new regulations, it confirmed that existing rent laws remain fully enforceable throughout New York. As a result, landlords, tenants, and real estate...

Squatters’ Rights in New York

Recent media coverage has renewed attention on so-called squatters’ rights in New York, causing concern among property owners, particularly in New York City. While headlines often suggest that squatters can easily take over property, the legal reality is far more limited and fact-specific. Understanding the distinction between squatters, tenants,...

New York’s Property Condition Disclosure Act

New York’s Property Condition Disclosure Act (PCDA) imposes mandatory disclosure obligations on certain residential property sellers. Recent amendments—effective in 2024 and expanded again in July 2025—have significantly changed how sellers must approach disclosures and how buyers should evaluate risk before entering a contract. As a result, anyone buying or...