We are thrilled to announce the launch of our much-anticipated 2024 Commercial Litigation Outlook webinar series, where we will delve into the most pressing topics shaping the litigation landscape in the coming year.

In the third session of the series, we will dive into the dynamic landscape of further litigation trends set to shape the coming year. Our panelists will provide invaluable insights and practical advice to navigate these complex legal arenas effectively. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and arm yourself with the knowledge needed to thrive in the ever-evolving world of litigation. Join us to explore trends, predictions and recommendations in the following areas:

• Antitrust
• Consumer Class Actions
• ESG
• Franchise
• Health Care
• Securities & Fiduciary Duty

Is your legal department keeping pace with the latest operational business practices? Does it seem the productivity of your legal staff is stagnating or falling behind? Join Seyfarth and the Northeast Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel to learn how to quickly update and transform your legal operations approach. You will walk away with tangible tips to help your organization harness the power of process improvement, technology and artificial intelligence, data analytics, and other business practices to improve and streamline your law department functions. From project management techniques to change management approaches and practical steps you can start with right away, panelists will discuss ways to create predictability, consistency, and efficiency through legal operations disciplines.

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As most California employers are now aware, a new workplace violence law (SB 553) requires essentially all CA employers to develop and implement written Workplace Violence Prevention Plans and training by July 1, 2024. The new requirements will be enforced by Cal/OSHA

Part 1: What Is New?

Seyfarth’s workplace safety team will discuss the fundamentals of California’s new workplace violence prevention plan including who is covered, what conduct is regulated, what is required of employers, training requirements, and recording and reporting requirements.

Part 2: How to Prepare and Implement

Seyfarth’s workplace safety team will discuss strategies and best practices for employers to implement California’s new workplace violence prevention requirements, including how to draft a written program, develop training programs, and ensure accurate recordkeeping. The presentation will also provide tips to balance compliance with the law and administrative practicality.

Dawn Lurie, Senior Counsel in Seyfarth’s Washington, DC office and member of the firm’s Immigration practice will participate on a panel during the American Staffing Association’s 2024 Staffing Law & Compliance Conference on May 16, 2024 in Washington, DC. The session, titled, “Top Compliance Issues for Employers and Staffing Firms in 2024,” will address critical compliance concerns for employers and stakeholders in the staffing industry. Click here to learn more about the conference.

In today's ever-evolving and interconnected world, trade secret protection demands proactive measures against both technological vulnerabilities and human threats. Join us for the fourth installment of our 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, where our panel of seasoned trade secrets and cybersecurity attorneys will equip you with practical strategies to bolster your defenses.

Key topics:

• The current cybersecurity and data privacy landscape: new threats and opportunities posed by emerging technologies.
• The importance of implementing reasonable precautions to safeguard trade secrets.
• Real-world case studies exemplifying effective trade secret protection strategies.
• Identification and mitigation of the evolving vulnerabilities associated with trade secret theft.
• Implementing best practices for securing confidential information in the digital domain.
• Leveraging industry-standard cybersecurity protocols to fortify your organization's security posture.