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A Day of Service and Celebration: Giving Back and Gathering Together

A Day of Service and Celebration: Giving Back and Gathering Together

Last week, WBE had the pleasure of taking part in two meaningful events that reminded us how fortunate we are, both in the communities we serve and within our own team. During the day, we ...
Tainted from the Start: The Risk of Heavy Metals in Infant Formula

Tainted from the Start: The Risk of Heavy Metals in Infant Formula

We live in a world of countless known and unknown risks. Readers will know this to be true, and most people spend time weighing known risks against anticipated benefits of everything from minor ...
WBE Gives Back and Hits the Ice

WBE Gives Back and Hits the Ice

Last week, our team kicked off the holiday season by giving back and having some fun! We spent the afternoon volunteering at Cradles to Crayons Chicago, helping to ensure Chicagoland kids have ...
Consent is Key: CFPB Warns Banks About “Junk Fees”

Consent is Key: CFPB Warns Banks About “Junk Fees”

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is one of the most vital regulatory agencies in the U.S., dedicated to ensuring fairness and transparency in the financial industry. Established ...
Justice Department Preparing Lawsuit Over RealPage ‘Housing Cartel’

Justice Department Preparing Lawsuit Over RealPage ‘Housing Cartel’

At this year’s Anti-Monopoly Summit, Johnathan Kanter, Assistant U.S. Attorney General for the Antitrust Division, made it clear that the department would be focusing its attention on ...
“It’s Life and Death.”– Rockford Residents Demand Action Amid New PFAS Contamination

“It’s Life and Death.”– Rockford Residents Demand Action Amid New PFAS Contamination

On Thursday, July 18, residents of Cannon and Courtland townships gathered at Rockford High School to discuss the discovery of new PFAS water contamination in residential drinking wells with ...
Rhode Island Passes Data Transparency and Privacy Legislation

Rhode Island Passes Data Transparency and Privacy Legislation

In a significant move to enhance online privacy and data transparency, the Rhode Island General Assembly has passed the Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (2024-H 7787A, ...
Following Illinois, Colorado Moves to Enact Biometric Privacy Law

Following Illinois, Colorado Moves to Enact Biometric Privacy Law

Colorado has taken a significant step towards strengthening the data privacy of its residents with the introduction of House Bill 24-1130 (HB24-1130), the Colorado Biometrics Identifiers Privacy ...
Illinois Lawmakers Pass Amendment to Biometric Privacy Act

Illinois Lawmakers Pass Amendment to Biometric Privacy Act

On May 16, 2024, the Illinois Legislature passed a landmark bill, SB 2979, which amends the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) for the first time since its inception. The new ...
“Antitrust Laws are No Longer a Suggestion”

“Antitrust Laws are No Longer a Suggestion”

On May 21, 2024, the American Economic Liberties Project held its annual Anti-Monopoly Summit in Washington D.C., drawing together an array of legal professionals, policymakers, economists, and activists with a shared goal: to address the growing influence of monopolistic practices across various industries.
Automobile Safety Features Shouldn’t Have Expiration Dates

Automobile Safety Features Shouldn’t Have Expiration Dates

The rapid evolution of technology has revolutionized the automotive industry, enhancing both convenience and safety features in modern vehicles. However, an imminent threat looms over the ...