The US Senate recently passed the Protect College Sports Act, legislation that could have far-reaching implications for student-athletes, including their bargaining power, transfer opportunities, and eligibility rights. The bill includes several provisions aimed at benefiting athletes, such as Continue Reading
Court Grants UCF Linebacker Temporary Injunction in NCAA Eligibility Challenge
A Florida court's ruling in a challenge to NCAA eligibility rules could have broader implications for student-athletes seeking additional years of competition. The case stems from UCF linebacker Cole Kozlowski, who challenged the NCAA's decision not to grant him a fifth season of eligibility Continue Reading
Christian Callegari Appointed to Drumthwacket Foundation Board of Trustees
McCarter & English associate Christian Callegari has been appointed to the Drumthwacket Foundation Board of Trustees. The Drumthwacket Foundation is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Drumthwacket, New Jersey’s official governor’s residence, and expanding public Continue Reading
SCOTUS Ruling in Salazar-Paramount VPPA Case Seen as Impactful, Lawyers Say
The US Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in Salazar v. Paramount Global on October 14, a case that could reshape the privacy litigation landscape. While attorneys and privacy professionals remain divided on how the Court may interpret the Video Privacy Protection Act's (VPPA) definition of Continue Reading
Legal AI’s Next Challenge: Managing the Noise
As generative AI tools continue to flood the legal market, many firms are shifting their focus from adoption to evaluation. Rather than pursuing every new product, firms are increasingly looking for technologies that address specific business needs, protect client data, and deliver measurable Continue Reading
Guillermo Artiles Recognized as a 2026 Best Hispanic Business Leader by BINJE
McCarter & English partner Guillermo Artiles has been named a 2026 Best Hispanic Business Leader by BINJE, a statewide recognition honoring more than 100 executives, founders, civic leaders, and innovators contributing to New Jersey’s economic growth and future. Guillermo, who chairs the Continue Reading
College Sports Act’s Senate Success Draws Antitrust Criticism
The US Senate recently passed the Protect College Sports Act, legislation that would provide the NCAA with an antitrust exemption when enforcing certain rules related to athlete eligibility, compensation, and transfer restrictions. If enacted, the bill could significantly limit legal challenges to Continue Reading
Onome Adejemilua Leads EWNJ’s Salute to the Policy Makers as Susan Okin Goldsmith Is Recognized Among Honorees
Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) will honor 48 of New Jersey’s top women leaders at its biennial Salute to the Policy Makers gala on October 21, 2026, at The Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains. The honorees represent leaders across law, business, nonprofits, government, education, health care, Continue Reading
New Jersey County’s First Watchdog Brings US Attorney Experience
Former federal prosecutor Desiree “Desi” Grace has been appointed as Hudson County’s first inspector general, a newly created role aimed at strengthening accountability and transparency in government. “I’m grateful,” Desi told Law360 Pulse. “Public service is incredibly rewarding, and the Continue Reading
McCarter & English Partner Desiree Grace Named Hudson County’s First Inspector General
McCarter & English today announces that partner Desiree “Desi” Grace has been appointed by Hudson County Executive Craig Guy to lead the county’s first Office of Inspector General. Grace will remain a partner in the firm’s Newark office while serving in the new role, bringing her experience in Continue Reading