Publications

The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (“FFIEC”) recently issued final supervisory guidance for financial institutions related to the risks of social media use.   Notably, the guidance does not impose any new requirements on financial institutions. Rather, it is intended to help financial institutions understand potential consumer compliance and legal […]

As a number of financial institutions begin to emerge from the downturn that began in 2008, others that have deferred interest payments under their trust preferred securities (TRUPS) are fast approaching another potential impasse.   Issuers of TRUPS generally are allowed under the terms such instruments to defer interest payments […]

The 103rd Nebraska Legislature is now six weeks into the second session. Here is an update on the bills we are tracking related to real property, renewable energy, and municipal law.   Copies of the bills and information regarding status of the bills can be found on the Nebraska Legislature’s […]

Inspiration and Introduction Charles and Ray Eames are two of the most revered innovators in American history. Their creations continue in high demand and still inspire people decades later. Charles Eames is the inventor on multiple patents from the late 1940s through the 1960s. Those patents inspired this primer.   […]

Obtaining a solid patent portfolio can be vital in helping your company protect its valuable intellectual property (IP) assets. However, building the portfolio is not enough. It is also important to periodically monitor your patent portfolio to ensure that maximum effectiveness and value is being provided. This periodic monitoring or […]