News Type: Articles

Elizabeth Tosaris calls attention to a fast-evolving issue in her most recent article published in Insurance Journal. As admitted insurance carriers retreat from the California marketplace and surplus lines expand, must surplus lines carriers offer earthquake coverage with residential property policies? In “Viewpoint: Earthquake Insurance and Surplus Lines: Clarifying a Legal Grey Zone,” Elizabeth walks through the California Insurance Code, prior CDI opinions, and current market practice—and makes a compelling case for regulatory clarity.

Ling Kong and Michael Shaff have been featured in Crunchbase News with their take on the sweeping QSBS updates under recently enacted federal legislation. In the piece, they break down how the new law reshapes tax incentives for startups and investors — raising capital gains exclusions, shortening holding periods, and expanding company eligibility — reforms poised to drive more investment and liquidity in high-growth sectors. For anyone building or backing innovative companies, their analysis is a must-read.

As immigration enforcement escalates and compliance demands surge, construction companies face a tightening web of legal risk. In her Daily Journal article, Jane Kutepova unpacks the operational and financial exposures now confronting contractors nationwide — from aggressive I-9 audits and workforce management challenges to subcontractor oversight and evolving wage-and-hour liability. It’s a must-read for industry leaders navigating today’s complex labor landscape.

Warren Koshofer, with support from summer associate Abhiraj Giritharan, breaks down the high-stakes legal landscape surrounding LA’s run-up to the 2028 Summer Olympics in his most recent article published by Corporate Compliance Insights. With the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl also headed to Southern California, the region is poised for an economic surge, but that momentum comes with risks spanning labor and hospitality, environmental regulation, insurance coverage, and IP protection. Warren’s story offers timely insights for businesses ready to navigate the legal maze of LA28.

Marc Jacobs examines where cutting-edge marketing collides with regulatory risk in an article for Reuters: “AI marketing meets the Telephone Consumer Protection Act: innovation at the legal edge.” As businesses embrace AI-driven outreach—from synthetic voice calls to smart SMS campaigns—the TCPA is reemerging with real teeth. Marc breaks down the legal flashpoints and compliance strategies every company should know to innovate without inviting litigation.

Warren Koshofer unpacks the legal and brand risks luxury fashion houses face as they navigate the sustainability imperative in his latest piece for Total Retail titled “When Green Undermines Gold: Sustainability Risks in Luxury Fashion.” With support from summer associate Juliette Donovan, Warren examines how eco-driven initiatives — while essential — can threaten the mystique, craftsmanship, and exclusivity that define high fashion, all while exposing brands to mounting regulatory scrutiny. A must-read for industry leaders and legal professionals alike.

Ling Kong unpacks the promise and pitfalls of SAFEs in his latest piece for Crunchbase News. In “The Startup Aspirin: SAFEs Ease Fundraising Pain, But Read the Fine Print First,” Ling explores how these streamlined agreements have become the go-to vehicle for early-stage capital—favored for their speed and simplicity—yet come with significant trade-offs around dilution, valuation caps, and investor protections. With nearly 90% of Q3 2024 pre-priced rounds raised via SAFEs, Ling’s article is essential reading for founders navigating today’s venture landscape.

Meredith Bobber Strauss has written about how automated systems—designed to optimize efficiency—can unintentionally generate legal exposure. In Risk Management, she details how background data flows, AI-driven pricing, and algorithmic decision-making may trigger enforcement actions, breach contracts, or violate consumer protection laws, even in the absence of intent. Her article, “How Automation and Smart Systems Create Legal Headaches,” underscores why legal supervision must be embedded at every stage of system design and operation.

Mark Robinson breaks down what every insurance producer needs to know when the Department of Insurance comes knocking. In an article for Risk & Insurance, Mark delivers practical, no-nonsense guidance for agents and brokers facing consumer complaint inquiries, spotlighting what regulators are really after and how to respond effectively and professionally. A timely read for those navigating the complex intersection of insurance sales and regulatory compliance.