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Judge Blocks DOGE Access to Treasury Payment Systems
By Melanie WaddellAn interim order blocks Elon Musk and DOGE employees from accessing Treasury data while a lawsuit proceeds.
January 28, 2025
Mariner CEO Personally Called Planner, Edelman Says in Poaching SuitMariner requested Edelman's non-solicitation agreement and advised the planner on how to defend against a lawsuit, Edelman contends.
January 27, 2025
Raymond James Gets Restraining Order Against Ex-Intern Accused of DefamationThe court barred the former intern from going within 100 yards of firm offices and two employees.
January 27, 2025
Appeals Court Sides With Equitable in NY Universal Life CaseSurrendering a policy affects whether the owner can collect damages, the top New York court says.
January 24, 2025
Judge Dismisses Hollywood Managers’ Suit Against Goldman, Focus FinancialThe managers claimed Goldman misled them about Focus’ $7 billion acquisition, spoiling their own efforts to be acquired.
January 23, 2025
Debate: Does ESG Investing Breach Plan Sponsors’ Duty of Loyalty?A Texas court found that American Airlines' plan erred by including environmental, social and governance factors.
January 16, 2025
Federal Appeals Court Rules on How to Read a Life Insurance PolicyKansas City Life violated contract terms when changing its cost-of-insurance charges, an 8th Circuit panel found.
January 16, 2025
How to ‘Bulletproof’ a Will With a No-Contest ClauseEarly and consistent communication reduces estate planning conflict, but legal mechanisms are also available when challenges are expected.