The last few weeks have seen a flood of executive office mandates — and EEO mandates in particular — affecting employees, federal contractors, and subcontractors. Join Carlton Fields attorneys Joe McManus and Rae Vann as they discuss recent federal developments in labor and employment law and concerns for construction contractors, including the 2021 Corporate Scheduling […]
Charity Wright is a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at Recorded Future who specializes in Chinese threats and disinformation. Charity is a Super Mario-loving extrovert who utilizes her research and inferencing skills in both of her full-time jobs; threat analyst and mom. Charity is a Chinese Linguist who often spends her workdays scrolling through social media […]
In part 2 of this series, we continue to discuss the tools that cybersecurity teams use to combat ransomware attacks. Ransomware is a type of malware used by criminal organizations to gain unlawful access to computer networks and encrypt the data stored on those networks and render it unusable. The criminal organization then holds the […]
Ransomware is a type of malware used by criminal organizations to gain unlawful access to computer networks and encrypt the data stored on those networks and render it unusable. The criminal organization then holds the data hostage until a ransom payment is made. If the ransom is not paid, the victim organization’s data will either […]
The economic conditions across construction sectors have been in a state of volatility since the COVID-19 pandemic arrived. It’s no surprise that many businesses and organizations adopted a wait-and-see approach before investing significant capital into the construction of modernized or new facilities. Notwithstanding, one of the outliers to this period of uncertainty is the health […]
Dr. Greg Hall is a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human-Machine Cognition and the University of West Florida. Dr. Hall is a Corvette-driving car lover who considers ALF to be one of the classics and has great taste in hats. He also does research in full-spectrum cyber operations and contributes to the Florida Cyber […]
Dan Burke is the Cyber Practice Leader at Woodruff Sawyer, one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the US. Dan is a natural optimist and family man who believes every day is going to be the best day and the next shot will always be his greatest golf shot. In this episode, […]
Since the beginning of 2021, more than two dozen class action cases have been filed in Florida state court under Florida’s Security of Communications Act. The act has, in some form, been on the books for more than 50 years. It is modeled off of the Federal Wiretap Act and has traditionally been thought of […]
As courts across the country begin resuming jury trials, litigators returning to in-person proceedings must be prepared for the myriad logistical considerations brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic — from mask-wearing and physical distancing to the placement of witnesses and use of exhibits. In this program, Carlton Fields appellate attorneys Matt Conigliaro and James Parker-Flynn […]
Phillip Tarrant is the SOC Technical Manager at Compuquip Cybersecurity who is passionate about many things in life, including his pet chickens, building things both with and without a keyboard, disconnecting in nature, and welcoming people into the field of cybersecurity. In this episode, Phillip joins the No Password Required team to talk about his […]
Rachel Tobac is the CEO and co-founder of Social Proof Security who hopes to one day work herself out of a job by improving education and awareness of social engineering attacks. In this episode, Rachel joins the No Password Required team to talk about her path from studying behavioral psychology to starting a successful cybersecurity […]
Join Carlton Fields attorney Joe McManus and Scott MacLeod of DPR Construction as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of public contracting, the intersection of public and private work, and advice on new trends in the government contracting arena.
Roger Grimes is the defense-driven evangelist at KnowBe4 who confidently defines himself as the best in the world at defending against hackers. In this episode, Roger joins the No Password Required team to discuss how being a terrible accountant led him to the world of cybersecurity, why octopi cannot be trusted, and why music is […]
Join Steve as he welcomes back Nick Brown as a contributor to discuss the intricacies of betting on esports from a legal perspective. In this episode, they explain the laws that regulate esports gambling, highlight some of the regulatory challenges facing esports gambling, and identify some risks inherent in the process.
Shane Young is a penetration tester at Rapid7 whose real-life acting and cyber skills would have been a great addition to the “Oceans 11” team. In this episode, Shane joins the No Password Required team to share some of his exciting stories as a penetration tester, how hacking his high school’s network got him into […]
Melinda Lemke is the Head of Information Security at King & Spalding with a decade of leadership experience in the cyber industry. In this episode, Melinda joins the No Password Required team to talk about her experience as a woman and leader in this field, how professional mentors can enhance success, and the best yacht-rock […]
Stephen “Scuba” Gary is a cyber intelligence professor at the University of South Florida with over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. In this episode, Scuba joins the No Password Required team to discuss his journey in the field of cybersecurity, how one gets the nickname Scuba without scuba diving, and why math […]
Due in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been significant movement toward the government contracting arena and away from the commercial world. Join Carlton Fields attorney Joe McManus and Paul Williams, former chief judge of the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals, as they discuss the transition from commercial work to government contracting and […]
In the first episode of our OFCCP-focused podcast series, Carlton Fields attorney Rae Vann and BCGi’s Matt Nusbaum discuss the possible fate of several Trump-era OFCCP policy directives under the incoming Biden administration, and what these changes may mean for employers.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way millions of people work. Remote workers are especially vulnerable to cyber threats such as ransomware and business email compromise. Joe Swanson, chair of Carlton Fields’ Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice, discusses important cybersecurity trends, what companies should do to prepare for cyber breaches, how to mitigate risk if an […]
The cannabis industry faces numerous challenges given the current federal legislation and regulatory framework, including a lack of service providers, illusory insurance coverage options, and higher risk with fewer protections. Fundraising for cannabis companies can be particularly difficult. Chase Wright, a member of the professional practices group at Cherry Bekaert, discusses several avenues that companies […]
Starting a business is not for the faint of heart. Your best chance at survival and success is to plan out the life cycle of your company from the beginning and how you are going to exit at the end. The decisions you make when starting a business will be critical to the success you […]
The world is not the same since we left our places of employment in March at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. As employees return to their workplaces or continue working remotely, employers should, of course, be thinking about their safety. But, there are other important things to consider such as brand and company reputation […]
Former AUSA Jack Clabby, a litigator with Carlton Fields, describes his unique method for opening corporate internal interviews. The “Compass Rose” is designed to build rapport with the witness and elicit important background information in an organized, repeatable way.
Steve, Nick, and new player Charles explore how trade secrets impact the video game industry. They explain how trade secrets work, discuss recent esports litigation over trade secrets, and share some best practices for protecting trade secrets.
Join Steve and Nick as they dive into the complex and conflicting world of global video game regulations. They discuss various countries’ approaches to regulation, provide tips on how to enter coveted foreign markets, and peer into the future of video game and esports regulations in the United States and abroad.
In this episode, Steve and Nick interview John Kracum, a former lawyer and current vice president of Misfits Gaming Group, about the wide array of legal issues facing today’s top esports teams.
Since Steve and Nick first explored the issue of loot boxes on this podcast, the world has taken note, and the loot box debate has exploded. In this episode, we cover the ensuing twists and turns in the loot box saga and explain how their treatment and regulation have developed on a global scale.
The Carlton Fields webinar “COVID-19: What a Lender Can Do to Prepare for the Inevitable Defaults – Part 2” on March 31 covered a broad range of topics related to the coronavirus as it relates to the financial sector. If you were in attendance, we hope the program was both informational and helpful. In this […]
Workplace issues stemming from the novel coronavirus abound, and many employers continue to seek practical and timely answers and solutions. In this podcast, Carlton Fields employment law attorneys Rae Vann and Quincy Bird answer many of the questions employers may have about the impact on COVID-19 in the workplace, including recent guidance from the Department […]
