3D printing continues to transform the medical field. Recently, doctors in Spain produced the world’s first 3D-printed rib cage and sternum, which is made entirely of titanium. The doctors surgically implanted the metal rib cage and sternum in a cancer patient. Last month, the FDA approved the first 3D-printed drug. The drug, which Aprecia Pharmaceuticals has named Spritam, is for treating patients with epilepsy. Aprecia Pharmaceuticals’ ZipDose® Technology utilizes 3D printing that overlays multiple layers of powdered medication on top of one another until the correct dosage is reached. This type of technology can lead to easier-to-take medication that is individualized in nature with precise dosages based on a patient’s needs.

A definitive guide to legal excellence, the peer-review publication Best Lawyers released its rankings for 2016. This year, 109 Husch Blackwell attorneys were selected as “Best Lawyers in America” in an exhaustive peer-review evaluation, each in their respective fields. Best Lawyers also named 11 Husch Blackwell attorneys as “Lawyers of the Year.”

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Much has been written in recent years about changes to the litigation landscape in Texas.  Clearly, the significant tort reform passed in this state, particularly the sweeping reforms in 2003, have greatly impacted the way litigation is pursued, and how cases are tried, in Texas.  Overall, filings in mass tort, toxic tort, product liability and catastrophic injury claims are well down from the mid-1990’s when torts, as much as oil, ruled the Lone Star State.

Emergency Responses to Government Investigations:

“They Say They Have a Search Warrant. What Do We Do?”

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This webinar presentation will address proper response to government investigations, proactive approaches to avoiding common mistakes, and the detection of early warning signs.

Date & Time
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Noon – 1 p.m. (CDT)

Presenter
Jeff Jensen, Partner

2015 Manufacturing & Distribution Summit

In conjunction with U.S. Bank, Husch Blackwell is proud to sponsor RubinBrown’s 2015 Manufacturing & Distribution Summit. We invite you to attend the program, which will be hosted in both St. Louis and Kansas City. A fantastic lineup of industry experts will discuss the following topics:

  • Domestic and International Economics: An Overview
  • How Leaders Build Cultures of Excellence
  • Driving Innovation and Growth

Current and former franchisees of Stratus Franchising, LLC, a commercial cleaning business tried to use the RICO Act (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act) to assert violations but failed as Stratus Group moved to enforce the individual arbitration provisions within the franchise agreements. The franchisees argued the arbitration provision (a broad standard-form arbitration provision) was “unconscionable” which means it was oppressive, harsh, and unfair – basically calling Stratus Group cheaters & liars. The franchisees also said the other companies (Stratus Group) that didn’t even sign the agreements so they couldn’t try and enforce the agreements; the franchisees lost both of those battles.

Every business has new applicants applying for open jobs daily.  When you consider obtaining that consumer credit report and complying with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA),  DO NOT think about conserving paper by including multiple key points all in ONE DOCUMENT – that eco-thinking decision will put you in violation of the FCRA.

In April, Home Depot USA Inc. agreed to a $1.8M settlement to resolve a putative class action alleging violation of the FCRA.  Home Depot’s job application background-check form included the required disclosure statement, but also a release from all liabilities, and stated the repercussions for providing false and misleading information.  Based on the way the courts have been interpreting the FCRA, Home Depot was smart to settle the case and avoid going forward in the litigation.

On July 14, 2015, following nearly twenty months of talks, international negotiators from seven countries (the United States, the United Kingdom, China, France, Germany, Russia, and Iran) announced that they reached a landmark nuclear agreement to limit Iran’s nuclear program. While this is a historic agreement long in the making, it is important to note that there is no immediate lifting of sanctions against Iran. U.S. government officials have indicated that for now it is status quo for those focused on sanctions compliance.