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Seyfarth said it published an article using a jack-o’-lantern patent to explain method claims and patent drafting. The firm said the article contrasts claims directed to a tool with claims directed to the steps used to operate it and discusses how drafting choices affect enforcement.
Seyfarth said it published an analysis of California’s proposed pregnancy accommodation and leave regulations. The firm said its briefing examined broader definitions, workplace accommodations, medical documentation and leave procedures in the Civil Rights Council’s October 16 proposal, including its relationship with federal pregnancy protections.
Seyfarth said it released a webinar recording on alternatives to noncompete agreements as part of its 2026 trade secrets series. The firm said Dan Hart, Beth Sherwood and Travis Cashbaugh discussed ways employers can protect business interests through contractual provisions, information controls and coordinated internal procedures.
Seyfarth said it published a guide to trademark strategy for Asian companies entering the United States, following a program presented by three of its lawyers. The firm said the guide examined how trademark planning could support business objectives beyond obtaining a registration.
Seyfarth Shaw said it would hold a webinar on protecting life sciences trade secrets from development through commercialization and the use of artificial intelligence. The firm said the program was intended for in-house counsel, business leaders, compliance professionals and others responsible for confidential information.
Seyfarth said it published an analysis of proposed Cal/OSHA rules for egregious and enterprise-wide violations. The firm’s article examines the proposed classifications, how penalties could multiply across employees or worksites, and the implications for employers using standardized safety programs at multiple California locations.
Seyfarth said it published an analysis of adequate consideration in employee stock ownership plan transactions. The firm’s article examines legislation addressing reliance on independent appraisals, and discusses the relationship between closely held stock valuations and fiduciary duties under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.
Seyfarth Shaw said it published an analysis of New York’s Construction Reporting Pay Act, which takes effect December 8, 2026. The firm said covered workers generally receive up to four hours of reporting pay when given no work and two hours when shifts are canceled with less than 12 hours’ notice.
Seyfarth said it published a review of California employment legislation following the governor’s September 30 bill-signing deadline. The firm said its review covers automated decision systems, workplace surveillance, bereavement leave, restraining orders and revisions to restrictions on employment-related repayment agreements, with differing effective dates.
Seyfarth said it published takeaways and access to a recording of its webinar on investigating and litigating trade-secret theft involving AI. The firm said Jesse Coleman and Gio Perez joined iDiscovery Solutions’ Jim Vaughn to discuss confidential information, employee mobility, digital forensics and governance.