The Need for Federal Oversight of Tax Preparers
As court strikes down IRS tax preparer regulations, a scholar argues for a legislative fix.
The American Pizza Community Bites Back
Pizza restaurants break from restaurant lobby to challenge FDA’s menu labeling rule.
Will the Volcker Rule’s Complexity Be Its Undoing?
Regulators face unique challenges as mandatory compliance begins.
Simplicity Trumps Logical Coherence
The Supreme Court upholds its concededly “incorrect” ban on post-expiration patent royalties.
Response to Disclosurites
The authors respond to RegBlog commentators and call for the end of “useless” disclosure requirements.
Mistaking the Symptom for the Disease
Disclosure is not a substitute for regulations that protect consumers.
Information Overload and Mandatory Securities Regulation Disclosure
Arming the public with the right information is good for securities markets, but information overload is not.
The Failed Reign of Mandated Disclosure
Recent book highlights flaws in mandatory information disclosure as consumer protection policy.
Financial Regulators Find Heightened Risks in Lending Behavior
Rise in leveraged lending prompts concern among the top U.S. financial regulatory agencies.
Former Fed Chair Proposes Broad Changes to U.S. Financial Regulatory System
Volcker Alliance releases report calling for new financial system oversight structure.
SEC Moves to Expand Executive Compensation Disclosure
Proposed rule would require companies to make clearer disclosure of pay and performance information.
CFPB Considers New Payday Loan Requirements
Consumer protection agency takes first steps to reform payday loan market.