Category: Legal Pulse

Business Bankruptcy and Bonuses: Are Executive Bonuses Mismanagement of the Debtor Company’s Estate?

Written by Alexandra Corradi Introduction Business bankruptcy is a tool commonly used by companies who need to escape from debts owed to their creditors to stay afloat. Companies can reorganize… Read more »

While the Public Takes to the Streets for Police Accountability, the Supreme Court Remains Silent

Written by Robert Boehlert  On June 29, 2020, the Supreme Court denied certiorari for the petitioners in Lech v. Jackson, allowing the 10th Circuit’s holding to remain undisturbed. In Lech,… Read more »

An Overdue Victory: The Supreme Court Bans Employment Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation

Written by Michaela Mancini On June 15th, the Supreme Court issued a groundbreaking decision that provided significant protections for LGBTQ individuals. In a 6-3 vote, the Court extended the interpretation… Read more »

President Trump Signs Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act to Aid Small Businesses in Response to COVID Closures

Written by Brooke Shroyer President Trump recently signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 (PPPFA) to extend loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and… Read more »