Law

EU Slashes Scope of Corporate Sustainability Law, Drawing Criticism for Neglecting Human Rights and Environmental Concerns

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BRUSSELS – The European Union (EU) has come under criticism from environmental campaigners after member states approved a revised corporate sustainability directive that has significantly reduced the scope of laws designed to hold companies accountable for human rights abuse and environmental harm in their supply chains. The directive, which was first agreed upon in December, was nearly scuttled when a minor coalition partner in the German government withdrew support. However, after a month-long search for compromise and further lobbying from France and Italy, the directive was approved on Friday. The Belgian government, which currently holds … Read more

Israel’s Compliance with International Law: Assurances of Proper Usage of U.S. Weapons in Gaza

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JERUSALEM, Israel – The Israeli government has reassured the United States that its military’s use of weapons in the recent conflict with Palestine complied with international law. Israeli officials asserted that their actions during the Gaza conflict were in accordance with the rules of engagement, following accusations of misconduct. The confirmation comes amid growing scrutiny and criticism of Israel’s military tactics. Many countries and organizations raised concerns over the high civilian death toll during the Israeli offensive in Gaza. As a response, the Israeli government released a statement affirming its compliance with international laws governing … Read more

New Hampshire Passes Comprehensive Privacy Law, Becoming 15th State to Protect Consumer Data

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Concord, New Hampshire – New Hampshire has joined the ranks of states with comprehensive privacy laws, as Governor Chris Sununu signed SB 255 into law on March 6, 2024. With this move, New Hampshire becomes the 15th state to establish such legislation, aiming to protect consumer data in the digital age. SB 255 applies to individuals and businesses that conduct business in the state or produce products/services targeted at New Hampshire residents. The law specifies two thresholds for applicability: processing personal data of either 35,000 unique consumers or 10,000 unique consumers with a revenue share … Read more

Exploring the Ever-Evolving Landscape of Employment Law: Latest Case Law and Future Predictions

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Buffalo, New York – As the world continues to navigate the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are adapting their return-to-work policies while administrative agencies adjust to a post-pandemic reality. In light of these changes, a webinar hosted by Goldberg Segalla on March 26th, 2024 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT will explore the current state of employment laws and provide insights into what we can expect in the near future. Leading the discussion will be Angela A. Cronk, a partner at Goldberg Segalla, and attorney Andrew F. Beck. Both experts will … Read more