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On Dec. 9, 2021, the Federal Trade Commission issued final rules that amended its Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information (“Safeguard Rules”). These updated rules place additional requirements on how non-banking financial institutions must protect customer information. However, there has been… more Continue reading Gavel to Gavel: Non-banking Financial Institutions Face New Security Rules

While unemployment rates are decreasing, Oklahoma employers continue to face significant unemployment claims in the post-COVID era. In Oklahoma, an individual is eligible for unemployment benefits only when the employee is unemployed due to no fault of their own; available/able… more Continue reading Unemployment Claims and the OESC

Copyright protects all original artwork from being used by anyone other than the owner without permission. But what right do these artists have to prevent the use of their songs, photographs or other artwork in political campaigns? Intellectual Property Practice… more Continue reading Politics and the Use of Intellectual Property

In light of the growing number of retaliation claims brought against employers by current and former employees, the U.S. Department of Labor recently announced an increased emphasis on enforcing the anti-retaliation provisions of various federal laws. Underscoring this increased emphasis,… more Continue reading DOL Targets Enforcement of Anti-Retaliation Provisions

An executive order addressing the risks and benefits of cryptocurrency assets and related technologies underscores their present relevance within the world economy. The order seeks to develop American monetary policy to address cryptocurrency’s recent material impact around the globe. President… more Continue reading Cryptocurrency to Affect Monetary Policy

Getting a small business off the ground and maintaining its success isn’t easy, and compliance issues that come with having employees present no small challenge. As a small business owner, effectively managing your employees can drive the success of your… more Continue reading Employment-Related Compliance Tips for Small Businesses

You can date your boss, but your boss can’t date you. Workplace romances are older than time. While it worked out for Marie and Pierre Curie and the Obamas, they are the exceptions. The obvious problems include distracting flirtations, accusations… more Continue reading Why Can’t I Date My Boss?

On Nov. 1, the Predatory Real Estate Wholesaler Prohibition Act went into effect in Oklahoma. The legislation aims to address predatory practices by real estate wholesalers, referring to a practice in which a wholesaler enters into a contract with a… more Continue reading Gavel to Gavel: Real Estate Act Targets Predatory Practices

For the last 20 years, retaliation cases have continued to climb; and over the last decade, retaliation cases have been the most common issue alleged by employees. On Nov. 10, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor… more Continue reading Agencies Guard Against Workplace Retaliation

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is stepping into the fracas between tribes and the state in the wake of the United States Supreme Court’s decision in McGirt. Last month, EPA issued notice and request for comment related to… more Continue reading McGirt and the Oklahoma Midnight Rider