Recently, the Fourth Circuit[1] addressed whether plaintiffs affected by a data breach suffered by an insurance company had Article III standing to pursue their claims. The decision is significant because many of the current class actions settle quickly before discovery begins in an effort to avoid the costs of discovery. […]
Publications
Mandatory Roth Catch-Up Contributions: Are You Ready?
One of the many significant changes to retirement plans under the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 is that catch-up contributions for high earners must be designated as Roth. While the IRS previously delayed implementation of these mandatory Roth catch-up contributions, no further relief has been granted, and employers and service […]
End-of-the-Year Compliance Checklist for Employee Benefit Plan Sponsors
As 2025 draws to a close, we bring you our annual end-of-the-year “to do list” for employee benefit plan sponsors. This year-end checklist highlights key action items and updates to help you prepare for 2026 and beyond. SECURE 2.0: Key Provisions. The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 introduced a wide […]
DHS Rule Ends Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents
On October 29, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced an Interim Final Rule to end the automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (“EAD”) for individuals who timely file renewal applications in certain categories for work authorization status in the United States. The Interim Final Rule will take […]
Administrative Subpoenas Seeking Documents Related to Gender Affirming Care Must Show a Proper Purpose and Relate to a Federal Health Care Offense
Over the last year and a half, hospitals nationwide have been targets for administrative subpoenas seeking information related to the provision of gender affirming care (“GAC”) on minors. This slew of administrative subpoenas issued by the U.S. Department of Justice (the “DOJ”) to hospitals has prompted concern related to both […]

