15+ hour, 55+ min ago (1294+ words) Kalshi, a New York-based prediction market launched in 2021, allows users to bet on any future event" from presidential election results to the price of Bitcoin at the end of the year to the number of points an NBA star will score in a particular game"even in states where certain online betting activities are illegal. The platform has consistently argued that their operations remain outside of the remit of state gambling regulations because the contracts they facilitate fall under the authority of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Kalshi, a New York-based prediction market launched in 2021, allows users to bet on any future event" from presidential election results to the price of Bitcoin at the end of the year to the number of points an NBA star will score in a particular game"even in states where certain online betting…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago (785+ words) When Nevada's 2025 legislative session concluded, of the 588 bills and resolutions that passed, this article discusses several relevant to civil litigants. Assembly Bill 3Assembly Bill 3 started as a simple change requested by the courts to raise the jurisdictional limit for Nevada's court-annexed arbitration and short-trial programs from $50,000 to $100,000. That change was approved and takes effect on January 1, 2026. However, the Nevada Justice Association (NJA) initially opposed the bill and extracted concessions from the court. There are several other changes that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The list of cases automatically exempt from the programs was expanded. It now includes: When the Supreme Court revised its rules governing the program in 2022, it did not change the $3,000 cap for recoverable attorneys' fees for arbitration cases, but did raise the cap to $15,000 for short trials. The NJA's amendments raised the recoverable attorneys' fees to $15,000 for arbitration…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (323+ words) Nevada has begun implementing the Nevada Employee Savings Trust (NEST) Program, which permits private-sector employees to make automatic payroll deductions into Roth individual retirement accounts (IRAs). Employers that don't offer retirement benefits must register with the NEST Program by September 1, 2025. The NEST Program was established in 2023 with'Senate Bill 305. It provides a savings mechanism for Nevada residents who do not have the opportunity to save post-tax dollars through an employer-sponsored retirement plan. Employers that do not offer a tax-favored retirement plan are required to participate in the NEST Program or a similar program offered through a local chamber of commerce or trade association. The requirement applies to employers that have six or more employees and have been in business for at least thirty-six months. Private employees are covered if they are at least eighteen years old and have been employed by…...

6+ mon, 4+ day ago (119+ words) As autonomous vehicle laws continue to evolve, working with a knowledgeable car accident lawyer can help individuals understand how new regulations like SB395 might impact accident liability and insurance issues. The result of SB395 will have implications far beyond Nevada, establishing a precedent for other states contemplating similar legislation for self-driving cars. It will also affect manufacturers' strategy regarding safety, insurance, and the introduction of fully autonomous technology in the next few years. Nevada Legislature. Senate Bill 395 - 83rd Session (2025). Retrieved from: leg.state.nv.us " Insurance Information Institute. "The Future of Insurance in Autonomous Vehicles." 2023. " American Automobile Association (AAA). "Public Opinion on Autonomous Vehicles." 2023. " U.S. Department of Transportation. "Automated Vehicle Policy." FMCSA, 2023. "...

6+ mon, 1+ week ago (288+ words) In prior posts, I have discussed some the changes that AB 239 would make to Nevada's corporate law. See Nevada Bill Would Expressly Allow Directors To Approve Documents In "Preliminary Form", In More ... In prior posts, I have discussed some the changes that AB 239 would make to Nevada's corporate law. See Nevada Bill Would Expressly Allow Directors To Approve Documents In "Preliminary Form", In More Bad News For Delaware, Nevada Legislature Proposes To Allow Jettisoning Jury Trials For "Internal Actions", and Nevada Bill Would Impose A Duty That Directors Be Informed. Last week, I testified in my individual capacity in support of the bill before the Senate Judiciary Committee. On Wednesday of this week, the Senate approved the bill on a 21-0 vote. Assuming the Governor signs the bill into law, it will be another setback for Delaware. For more information about…...

9+ mon, 6+ day ago (658+ words) Almost one year ago, Chancellor'Kathaleen St. J. McCormick ruled that a board of directors of a Delaware corporation must at a "bare minimum" approve an "essentially complete" version of the merger agreement.' Sjunde AP-Fonden v. Activision Blizzard, Inc., 2024 WL 863290 (Del. Ch. Feb. 29, 2024). See'What Exactly Must A Board Approve When It Approves A Merger? Almost one year ago, Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick ruled that a board of directors of a Delaware corporation must at a "bare minimum" approve an "essentially complete" version of the merger agreement. Sjunde AP-Fonden v. Activision Blizzard, Inc., 2024 WL 863290 (Del. Ch. Feb. 29, 2024). See What Exactly Must A Board Approve When It Approves A Merger? Within months, the Delaware legislature responded by adding Section 147 to the Delaware General Corporation Law. That statute establishes a final or "substantially final" standard for board approval (emphasis added): Whenever this chapter expressly requires the board…...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago (302+ words) Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Employers must conduct a one-time, written JHA before a task is undertaken for the first time. There is no specific form or template employers must fill out. Instead, Nevada OSHA requires the following specific information be contained in the JHA: (Note: Nevada OSHA will request a JHA and issue citation(s) for noncompliance.) The program must include provisions for potable water, rest breaks, cooling measures, emergency medical response procedures, identification and mitigation of any work process that may generate additional heat or humidity, and training. Employers must designate a person responsible for monitoring working conditions and ensuring compliance with the safety program. Monitoring and Emergency Response by the Designated Employee The designated employee must monitor working conditions that could create occupational exposure to heat illness and have a plan for emergency medical response if an employee shows…...