Changes to ERISA Open Door to ESG Investments
ERISA fiduciaries may now consider ESG in investment decision making.
Retirement Plan Fiduciaries Can Now Consider ESG Factors
The Labor Department issued a final rule allowing fiduciaries to consider ESG factors when deciding how to invest.
Illuminating Discrimination Against Small Businesses
Proposed rule would target discrimination in small business lending by requiring disclosure of demographic data.
CFPB Proposes Public Registry of Nonbank Offenders
The CFPB has proposed the creation of a public registry to monitor agency and court orders against nonbank financial firms.
The Ticketing Industry Cannot Shake It Off
The Taylor Swift Eras Tour ticket controversy prompts lawmaker action.
Tailor-Made Fashion Regulation
Scholars address a growing “trend” of design piracy within the fashion industry.
Putting a Stop to Corporate Political Spending
Legal experts argue that corporate political spending harms both shareholders and management.
Noncompete Agreements and Antitrust’s Rule of Reason
The Federal Trade Commission should develop a nuanced approach to employee noncompete agreements.
The Inequality of Fintech
Scholars argue that regulators should act now to prevent fintech from exacerbating wealth inequality.
The Consequences of a Subminimum Wage
Debate ensues over the consequences of eliminating an exemption to the federal minimum wage for tipped employees.
U.K. Proposes Major Financial Regulation Overhaul
A proposed reform package to boost U.K. financial sector competitiveness faces critique.
SEC Proposes Private Fund Reform to Protect Investors
A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposal to enhance the regulation of private fund advisers receives critical comments.