Impact of United States Government Shutdown on the United States Patent and Trademark Office

by Wiggin and Dana LLP | Sep 15, 2019

At this time, we do not know the duration of the United States Government shutdown due to the current budget impasse. In fact, the Government may be up and running by the time you receive this Advisory. In the event the shutdown continues, the United States Patent and...

Russia Sanctions Under CAATSA: A Quick Reference Guide

by S Z | Sep 15, 2019

On August 2, 2017, the President signed into law the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA). The President subsequently delegated certain functions and authorities under CAATSA to the Secretary of State and others to Treasury. Although...

Removal of Trustees: Practice Points and Strategy from Rodowicz v. Bernard

by Wiggin and Dana LLP | Sep 15, 2019

Earlier this month, the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Hartford issued a Decision that, although arguably unique on its extreme facts and findings, contains a broader strategic point about bringing actions to remove trustees in Connecticut. Most notably,...

Trump Withdraws From Iran Nuclear Deal – U.S. To Reimpose Sanctions

by S Z | Sep 15, 2019

This afternoon, President Trump announced the U.S. withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA or Iran Nuclear Deal) which involved an agreement between Iran, the United States, Russia, China, France, Britain and Germany to ensure a peaceful Iranian...

Connecticut Bans Employers From Inquiring About Applicants’ Pay History

by Wiggin and Dana LLP | Sep 15, 2019

Connecticut is about to join a growing number of states and localities that have prohibited employers from inquiring about an applicant's pay history during the hiring process. On May 4, the General Assembly approved a bill barring employers from asking, or...