Womble Perspectives
Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where we explore a wide range of topics from the latest legal updates to industry trends to the business of law. Our team of lawyers, professionals and occasional outside guests will take you through the most pressing issues facing businesses today and provide practical and actionable advice to help you navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and client service, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and to the communities we serve.
Episodes
363 episodes
Global Investment Rules Are Changing. Are You Ready?
Today, we’re taking a look at some changes in the way U.S. businesses invest abroad: the new outbound investment rules under the COINS Act. For decades, U.S. foreign investment laws were all about inbound investments aimed at protecting U.S. bu...
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Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Employer Obligations
In this episode, we dive into the record-breaking $18.5 million Huntsman v. Southwest Airlines settlement, the largest USERRA class action recovery ever reported, and what it means for employers. From policy audits to training and risk manageme...
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Clean Water Act in Flux
In this episode, we unpack the EPA and Army Corps’ proposed changes to the definition of “waters of the United States” under the Clean Water Act—a shift that could reshape federal jurisdiction and impact industries from construction to agricult...
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A rundown of the updated White Collar Crime treatise
Today, we’re cracking open a really significant resource in the world of high-stakes litigation. It's the updated White Collar Crime, Third Edition, 2025 Edition 9 volume legal treatise, edited by WBD’s Michael Clark and Luke Cass, published by...
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Unraveling the Green Cure - Can Cannabis Help Manage Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's Disease is a relentless neurological disorder that affects millions globally. Characterized by tremors, stiffness, and coordination difficulties, it severely disrupts daily life. For those living with it - and for their caregivers -...
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The Science of Drug Testing
As the summer Olympic Games approach, we can expect to see some athletes being banned due to doping. The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, which oversees American Olympic and Paralympic athletes, enforces stringent testing standards. Remember the female...
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The Essential Role of Human Input in Sustaining AI Models
By now, we all know that Generative AI models are trained on massive amounts of data, much of which is collected from the Internet, as well as other sources.This AI is also generating tons of new content, much of which ends up online. Bu...
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AI’s Energy Appetite and the Politics of Energy Demands
Today we’re digging into the energy demands of artificial intelligence and the political pressure it’s creating. Senate Democrats are calling out Big Tech over the skyrocketing electricity consumption of data centers powering AI, which makes th...
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From Credentials to Credibility. What to Consider When Picking Expert Witnesses
Today, we’re tackling part two of what it takes to find expert witnesses, and we’re following up with the next big question: once you’ve got a shortlist of candidates, how do you choose the best one? It turns out, it’s not just about degrees an...
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REBROADCAST: Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your Case
In courtrooms across the country, cases often hinge on what’s known as the “battle of the experts.” The credibility, character, and clarity of an expert witness can make or break a case. But, what makes an expert witness truly credi...
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The DOJ’s Crackdown on Health and Safety Violations
Today we’re tackling a development from the U.S. Department of Justice that could reshape compliance strategies across multiple industries. The DOJ has launched a new Health & Safety Unit within its Criminal Division’s Fraud Section, and th...
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FDA User Fees Under Fire
Today, we’re tackling a question that maybe sounds straightforward, but could have complicated, unforeseen consequences. That question? What happens if the FDA stops collecting user fees from drug companies? At first glance, it sounds like a wi...
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California’s Climate Disclosure Law: Paused but Not Forgotten
Today we’re tackling a major development in California’s climate disclosure landscape. The state’s ambitious climate disclosure law was set to usher in a new era of corporate transparency. But now, everything is on hold. Just weeks ...
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Psychedelic Therapy Meets Patent Law
Today’s episode focuses on a fascinating intersection of science, law, and economics: the rise of psychedelic therapy and the legal frameworks shaping its future. In this era of industrialized capitalism, there are strong incentives...
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The FCC’s Latest Alert and the Importance of Protecting the Airwaves
In this episode, we're talking about a critical alert from the Federal Communications Commission: the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau has issued a Public Notice after a recent wave of cybersecurity intrusions targeting radio br...
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AI, Inventorship, and Why Human Creativity Still Rules
Today, we’re diving into a significant development in intellectual property law that’s making waves across the intellectual property sector. On November 28, 2025, the USPTO published new guidance on inventorship for AI-assisted inventions, and ...
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From Nuclear Energy to Nuclear Waste. And Back Again.
In this episode, we’re diving into a critical topic that deals with the future of energy: spent nuclear fuel, or SNF. And as of right now, the U.S. has more than 91,000 metric tons of SNF sitting in storage with no permanent solution....
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REBROADCAST: Navigating IP in the Circular Economy
As companies around the world embrace the circular economy, the traditional “take-make-dispose” model is being replaced by a more sustainable approach—one that values longevity, repairability, and recycling. But with this shift comes a critical...
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REBROADCAST: Unlocking the Secrets of the Endocannabinoid System
When we think about the human body, we often consider systems we learned about in biology class, like the central nervous system, the endocrine system, or maybe even the sympathetic nervous system. But today we’re shining a light on a crucial—b...
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The SEC’s New Stance on Shareholder Proposals and What it Means for Companies
In today’s episode of Womble Perspectives, we’re diving into a major shift announced by the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance on November 17, 2025. One that’s already sending ripples through this year’s proxy season.Read the full ...
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Recruiting Success Stories: Michael McCue
Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Michael McCue, a partner in our Intellectual P...
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Wellness Claims Put Social Media Under the Microscope
Social media has become the new storefront for everything from dietary supplements and CBD oils to herbal tinctures and homeopathic remedies. These products are often promoted as “natural,” “safe,” or “alternative,” and that language resonates ...
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Recruiting Success Stories: Ana Maria Gutiérrez
Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Ana Maria Gutiérrez, a partner in our Denver o...
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Commonplace or Controversial? Trademarking the F-Word
Today, we’re revisiting a story that’s as provocative as it is legally fascinating: the ongoing trademark battle over the F-word.Read the full article
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IQ Scores and Embryo Selection. What Could Go Wrong?
Today, we’re looking at a provocative development in reproductive science: selecting embryos based on projected intelligence. Picture this: a couple undergoing IVF is presented with three embryos. They’re told each has a different predicted IQ....
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