Antitrust Compliance Programs – Now More than Ever

Chances are you first realize your company is under investigation when you receive a grand jury subpoena or federal agents arrive. This is serious, especially given the consequences. The DOJ emphasizes the importance of effective antitrust compliance programs. A strong compliance program can protect your company from legal issues and enhance its reputation. Don’t wait—safeguard your business today!

HeplerBroom Included in 2016 U.S. News & Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” Rankings

U.S. News & Best Lawyers has announced the release of the 2016 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Firms included in the 2016 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. HeplerBroom is included in both the metropolitan and national rankings. The rankings include HeplerBroom as a Tier 1 […]

Seventh Circuit Rejects Class Plaintiff’s Attempt to Avoid CAFA Removal by Limiting Damages Sought in Complaint

In Johnson v. Pushpin Holdings, LLC (7th Cir. Apr. 9, 2014), the Seventh Circuit held that a named plaintiff’s attempt to cap damages below $5 million in a putative class action does not prevent removal under the Class Action Fairness Act. Relying on Standard Fire Ins. Co. v. Knowles, the court explained that pre-certification damage disclaimers do not bind absent class members. The court also rejected the district court’s reliance on the Rooker-Feldman doctrine and remanded for a fresh determination of whether the CAFA amount-in-controversy requirement was satisfied.