In 2012, Congress amended the VPPA to reflect the realities of the 21st century. The amendment reflected modern society’s shift from “corner video stores,” such as Blockbuster and Redbox, to streaming platforms and other digital media formats. Crucially, courts have held that websites qualify as videotape service providers under the […]
In 2012, Congress amended the VPPA to reflect the realities of the 21st century. The amendment reflected modern society’s shift from corner video stores, like Blockbuster and Redbox, to streaming platforms and other forms of digital media. Crucially, for business owners, courts have held that websites qualify as a video […]
The Video Privacy Protection Act (“VPPA”) penalizes sharing a consumer’s personally identifiable information that can identify that a person sought or obtained specific video content without their consent. As discussed in a prior blog, the Supreme Court plans to hear arguments on VPPA’s definition of “consumer.” Exceptions Under 18 U.S.C. […]
For many business owners, professional licensing and regulatory compliance feel like administrative hurdles to be managed by a human resources department or a dedicated compliance officer. However, looking at these requirements as mere paperwork is a risky oversight. In reality, your business license and your adherence to state regulations are […]
The United States Supreme Court’s decision in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma L.P., 603 U.S. 204 (2024), represents one of the most consequential bankruptcy rulings in recent years. By holding that the Bankruptcy Code does not authorize nonconsensual third-party releases in Chapter 11 plans outside the asbestos context, the Court significantly […]
One of the most effective ways businesses can drive sustainable growth is by managing risk strategically. While no successful business eliminates risk entirely, most owners want to avoid unnecessary legal exposure and compliance failures that drain revenue and damage reputation. For small and midsize businesses in particular, a single compliance […]
The Video Privacy Protection Act (“VPPA”), an infrequently litigated statute, may soon become a major source of consumer protection litigation. The U.S. Supreme Court will determine this trajectory when it defines “consumer” in the pending case, Michael Salazar v. Paramount Global, dba 247Sports. With statutory damages reaching $2,500 per violation, businesses […]
Federal AI Regulations vs State AI Laws: The Compliance Crisis of 2026 Your business is caught in the crossfire of a federal-state battle over artificial intelligence regulation. On December 11, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14365, launching an aggressive campaign to challenge state AI laws and establish a uniform […]
Understanding AI in Healthcare Regulation and the Compliance Crisis Facing Medical Providers Artificial intelligence in healthcare is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s reshaping the medical practice today. With 46% of U.S. healthcare organizations currently implementing generative AI technologies, the question is no longer whether to adopt AI, but how […]