North America: Corporate/Commercial Law

Recent lawsuits against theater organizations signal a dramatic shift in how diversity, equity and inclusion programs are being legally challenged. From discounted ticket promotions to apprenticeship opportunities, DEI initiatives that once seemed routine are now facing federal scrutiny and litigation under anti-discrimination laws. Theater companies, producers and arts organizations must navigate this evolving legal landscape to protect their programs while continuing to pursue diversity goals.

Some of our most compelling stories of client service, innovation, and community impact are being led by women across Mintz. Our Community & Commitment Report highlights the many ways women are driving successful outcomes for clients, advancing industries, strengthening community partnerships, and shaping the future of our firm.

The EEOC has rescinded decades-old guidance on voluntary affirmative action under Title VII, removing the administrative framework employers relied upon to evaluate diversity programs. This development raises critical questions about the future of workplace DEI initiatives and signals heightened scrutiny of employment practices that consider protected characteristics in decision-making.

New York courts issued significant estate litigation rulings this spring, addressing undue influence claims, attorney-client privilege protections, and the admission of lost wills. These decisions clarify important procedural and substantive standards for estate practitioners navigating complex probate disputes.

The opposing party issues a subpoena to the AI platform to obtain their adversary’s “prompts” to the AI company, arguing their AI software is not an attorney and their opponents’ “prompts” to the software...

Artificial intelligence tools are transforming legal practice, but they come with significant risks that attorneys and clients must understand. A recent federal court decision found that using public AI chatbots may waive attorney-client privilege, while courts continue to sanction lawyers for AI-generated errors in filings. Learn what steps legal departments should take to protect privileged communications and maintain ethical standards when using AI technology.

In recent years, many small and mid-size Canadian trucking companies received an unwelcome surprise from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS): a letter announcing an IRS audit to determine whether the company owes U.S.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has proposed sweeping changes to Rule 2210 that would eliminate the long-standing requirement for principal pre-use approval of retail communications, replacing it with a flexible risk-based supervisory framework. The proposal addresses modern communication challenges including social media, AI-generated content, and influencer marketing while attempting to align broker-dealer standards more closely with SEC investment adviser rules. Member firms would nee

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 517 into law, introducing significant changes to the North Carolina Nonprofit Corporations Act that directly impact homeowners associations and condominium associations across the state.

With the passing of Delaware House Bill 400 (“HB 400”), a series of fee increases have been implemented, including higher annual franchise taxes and expedited service fee maximums for corporate filings.

Canadian franchise legislation mandates that franchisors deliver disclosure documents at least 14 days before signing agreements or accepting payment, yet many foreign franchisors underestimate this timing requirement. A perfectly prepared disclosure document can still expose franchisors to significant liability if delivered at the wrong time, and deficient documents may not even start the statutory clock.

Franchisees play a crucial role in protecting franchise brands, but how exactly do they help maintain trademark rights? This article explores the legal requirements for trademark...