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Securities Fraud: Some Gifts are Better Left Unopened

By White Collar Crimes & Internal Investigations / December 22, 2016 / Comments Off on Securities Fraud: Some Gifts are Better Left Unopened

It’s once again the time of year when many people exchange gifts with family members and friends. However, before unwrapping your gift from that special corporate insider in your life, there are a few things you should probably understand. Salman v. United States On December 6, 2016, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision—Salman…

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My Muffin Has How Many Calories??? Understanding the New FDA Menu Labeling Requirement

By Litigation / December 1, 2016 / Comments Off on My Muffin Has How Many Calories??? Understanding the New FDA Menu Labeling Requirement

Given the option, many would choose to live in blissful ignorance regarding the number of calories in our every bite; however, the FDA thinks we should know.  According to the FDA, we consume approximately one third of our daily calories outside of our homes.  Based upon the belief that providing calorie content will help consumers…

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Is Less Really More? The Continuing Rise of Slack Fill Litigation

By Litigation / November 3, 2016 / Comments Off on Is Less Really More? The Continuing Rise of Slack Fill Litigation

Slack fill litigation against food, beverage and consumer goods producers is flourishing.  The primary allegation in these cases is that the packaging of the subject product gives off the false and misleading impression that more product is contained within the package than there actually is. Food and Drug Administration: 1 CFR §100.100 The Food and…

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