On February 21, 2025, the United States Supreme Court delivered a unanimous decision in Wisconsin Bell, Inc. v. United States ex rel. Heath , significantly broadening the scope of the False Claims Act (FCA) .
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FinCEN’s New Interim Final Rule on Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced significant changes to the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting (BOIR) requirements.
Understanding FinCEN’s Southwest Border Geographic Targeting Order for Money Service Businesses
On March 11, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a Southwest Border Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) aimed at Money Service Businesses (MSBs).
10 Employment Bills To Watch This Legislative Session
The Nevada 2025 Legislative Session is currently underway, and there are a number of bills that have been introduced that may immediately impact Nevada employers. Below is a list of the notable employment bills that could take effect as early as June 3, 2025.
BOI Filing Rule Will No Longer Be Enforced
On March 2, 2025, the Treasury has confirmed that FinCEN will no longer enforce any penalties or fines associated with the BOI filing requirement.
FINCEN BOIR Filing Dates Reinstated
FinCEN has extended the now (again) mandatory BOIR filing deadline by 30 calendar days to March 21, 2025. The only exception to the mandatory filing requirement are the Plaintiffs in the National Small Business United v. Yellen, No. 5:22-cv-01448 (N.D. Ala) action.
Joint Petition for Dissolution – A Solution for those seeking a Conscious Uncoupling
In California, the definition of “domestic violence” extends far beyond the traditional notions of physical and emotional harm. The definition of what constitutes “abuse” and “domestic violence” is no longer limited to acts inflicting physical injury.
Artificial Intelligence for Drug & Biological Products – Credibility of AI Models for Context of Use – The “Model Risk” Paradigm
The FDA has recently issued draft guidance (non-binding recommendations) for drug and biological product sponsors and computer programmers regarding the use of Machine Learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to support regulatory decision-making about the safety, effectiveness, or quality of drugs.
Breaking The Hidden Chains: Financial Abuse as Domestic Violence in California
In California, the definition of “domestic violence” extends far beyond the traditional notions of physical and emotional harm. The definition of what constitutes “abuse” and “domestic violence” is no longer limited to acts inflicting physical injury.
Beneficial Ownership Reporting – To File or Not to File?
Considering conflicting rulings, businesses remain understandably confused about whether to file their mandated Beneficial Ownership Reports with FinCen. As of this writing, the answer remains that businesses may file but are not (yet) required to do so.