News & Insights

Generative AI in Sports: Using AI Tools Without Jeopardizing Confidentiality or Privilege

Generative artificial intelligence tools offer compelling efficiencies across the sports industry, from player evaluation and recruiting insights to sponsorship analytics, ticketing optimization, and game-day operations. However, their use raises legal risks related to confidentiality, attorney–client privilege and work product, preservation and discovery, and contractual rights. Professional sports organizations, leagues, teams, venues, event operators, sports marketing and sponsorship groups, and college athletics departments and NIL collectives should adopt thoughtful guardrails before deploying these tools in workflows that touch sensitive data or legal strategy. ...read more

The Tax Break New Jersey Business Owners Can't Afford to Miss

In an article for SJ Magazine, Bozena Diaz, Justin Csik, and Marty Babitz discuss significant changes affecting Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) planning at both the federal and state levels, including New Jersey’s new conformity with the federal QSBS exclusion and changes under the OBBBA that may create additional planning opportunities for business owners. ...read more

EPA Proposes Rule to Repeal Federal Drinking Water Regulations for Certain PFAS Compounds

In an article written for the Legal Intelligencer, partner Charlie Dennen explains that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a rule to repeal federal drinking water regulations for several PFAS compounds—specifically PFHxS, PFNA, GenX (HFPO-DA), and the Hazard Index used for mixtures involving those chemicals and PFBS—arguing that the prior standards were promulgated through an “unlawful process” and did not properly follow the Safe Drinking Water Act’s required steps for setting enforceable limits. The article outlines the EPA’s prior 2024 rule establishing maximum contaminant levels for certain PFAS, the agency’s subsequent reconsideration in 2025, and its current position that the mixture-based Hazard Index and several individual PFAS limits exceeded statutory authority and misapplied feasibility and risk-assessment requirements. Charlie further highlights the EPA’s reliance on the Supreme Court’s decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which eliminated Chevron deference and requires courts to independently interpret statutory meaning, increasing legal risk for agency rulemaking. While the proposal would remove monitoring and treatment obligations for the affected PFAS, he notes the relief may be temporary because the EPA has indicated it will continue evaluating these substances for possible future regulation, even as separate standards for PFOA and PFOS remain in place and continue to drive most PFAS-related compliance obligations. ...read more

When the Algorithm Is Wrong: AI Detection and Due Process on Campus

Higher education's response to student use of generative AI has moved from policy debate to courtroom battle, and the stakes are becoming clear. Institutions that rely on AI-detection tools to identify improper student use of AI risk exposing themselves to significant legal liability if those tools are treated as conclusive evidence. ...read more

What Doe v. Princeton Means for Title IX Investigations and Hearings

A precedential Third Circuit decision revives a disciplined student’s claims — and hands colleges a roadmap for what not to do. ...read more

SCOTUS Holds that States Can Ban Transgender Athletes from Girls’ and Women’s Sports Teams

In rulings in two cases addressing high school and college athletics, the Supreme Court held that states can ban transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports teams without violating Title IX or the Fourteenth Amendment. ...read more

No Notice, No Duty: The Third Circuit Clarifies When Employers Must Accommodate a Disability

“The disability-discrimination and medical-leave laws are shields against discrimination, not get-out-of-discipline-free cards.” That is how the Third Circuit opened its recent decision in Hileman v. West Penn Allegheny Health System, Inc. (3d Cir. July 20, 2026), affirming dismissal of an employee’s case against her former employer. The point drives the ruling: before an employer must accommodate an employee, the employee generally must disclose the disability and clearly ask for help. An employee who stays silent until they are facing discipline cannot recast that discipline as discrimination. This decision is a useful roadmap for employers as to when the duty to accommodate a disability is triggered. ...read more

Reminder: Significant Changes to New Jersey’s Family Leave Act Take Effect on July 17, 2026

All New Jersey employees face a significant change to employee rights under the New Jersey Family Leave Act (“NJFLA”), beginning on Friday, July 17, 2026. Although much of the fanfare of these changes is related to the process of applying this to more small businesses, other changes involving which employees are eligible for NJFLA leave will affect all employers. These changes – which are not merely rules or regulations but an amendment to the law itself – take effect on July 17th, and businesses should be prepared to feel the impact immediately. ...read more

Using AI Tools Without Jeopardizing Confidentiality or Privilege

Generative artificial intelligence tools have moved from novelty to ubiquity over the last year. Employees across all industries and departments are routinely feeding company and customer information into AI chatbots, AI “assistants,” and other AI tools to increase productivity. Much of this adoption is happening informally, without legal or IT sign-off, and often without anyone considering what happens to the data once it is typed into a prompt window. ...read more

With Family Law Booming, NJ Practice Leaders Say Talent Can be Hard to Find

Archer Matrimonial & Family Law Practice Chair Stephanie Zane was featured in a recent Law.com article examining the increasing demand for family law services in New Jersey and the challenges firms face in recruiting and retaining experienced attorneys. ...read more

Implementing AI While Regulations Are Pending

As businesses increasingly adopt artificial intelligence in the workplace, regulators and employers continue to grapple with how to establish effective guardrails for a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Archer partner Kate Sherlock served as a panelist during a panel discussion at NJBIA's Tech Forward NJ conference, where lawmakers and industry experts discussed the challenges of implementing AI responsibly while regulatory frameworks are still being developed. ...read more

New Jersey's New 'ABC Test' Rules Leave Room for Further Clarification, Litigators Say

Scott Sears was recently quoted in a Law.com article discussing New Jersey’s newly adopted regulations governing employee versus independent contractor classification under the state’s “ABC Test.” ...read more

Placement Agents and the SEC's Marketing Rule Revisited

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Marketing Rule went into full effect three years ago. The Marketing Rule applies a principles-based approach to regulating marketing and advertising by SEC-registered investment advisers (“RIAs”). A major change brought by the Marketing Rule was to include within “advertising” the solicitation activities by placement agents raising capital for private funds, thereby affixing new responsibilities on RIAs. ...read more

Law, Co-op and Career Growth With Kate Sherlock

Partner Kate Sherlock was a guest on the Drexel University Sports Business Roundtable podcast where she discussed her journey from Drexel University alum to attorney working in the sports industry. ...read more

Planning Ahead for Dementia: What Every Family Needs to Know

In this informative ACTEC Estate Planning Essentials podcast, Archer partner Steven Mignogna and  Gerard Brew (McCarter & English) outline the critical steps families should take when facing early signs of cognitive decline. They explain how to select the right Power of Attorney, the differences between durable and springing POAs, when a revocable trust can help, and how to avoid costly and stressful guardianship proceedings. ...read more

The Future of DEI in Legal

The legal landscape around diversity, equity, and inclusion has shifted significantly in the wake of several significant judicial opinions. While the legal profession has been notoriously slow to make progress in its efforts to nurture more inclusive practice environments, there is optimism about the advancement of inclusion in the profession.  ...read more

Steven Mignogna Recognized in 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Private Wealth Disputes

Archer is proud to announce that partner Steven K. Mignogna, Chair of the firm’s Estate and Trust Litigation Group, and Co-Chair of the Private Wealth, Estates & Trusts Group, has been recognized in the prestigious 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Private Wealth Disputes. Steven is ranked in New Jersey for Estate and Trust Litigation. ...read more

Alex Genato Appointed Vice-Chair of the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on the Tax Court

Archer is pleased to announce that partner Alex Paul Genato has been appointed Vice-Chair of the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on the Tax Court for the 2026–2028 term, effective September 1, 2026. Alex previously served multiple terms as a member of the Committee and now begins his first term as Vice-Chair. The Committee is comprised of members of the bench and tax bar, as well as representatives of taxpayers' groups, local, county, and state tax administrators, and others involved in the administration and review of New Jersey's tax laws. The New Jersey Supreme Court relies on the Committee to provide well-reasoned, expert advice on matters within its area of responsibility. ...read more

In Memoriam: Salvatore M. DeBunda

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our colleague and friend, Salvatore M. DeBunda, on July 9, 2026. Sal retired after a distinguished legal career spanning more than 50 years, during which he was a trusted and respected advisor to clients and a dedicated corporate attorney. He joined Archer & Greiner's Philadelphia office in connection with the firm’s merger with Pelino & Lentz in 2009, initially serving as Co-Managing Partner while continuing his practice with the firm until his retirement. ...read more

The New QSBS Landscape: Planning Opportunities for Business Owners and Investors (August 13 at Icona Avalon)

Recent federal and New Jersey law changes, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), have expanded and enhanced the tax benefits available to business owners, founders, and investors holding Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). These developments create new opportunities to reduce tax liability, enhance exit planning, and facilitate wealth transfer. ...read more

Advanced Land Use and Zoning Disputes With Local Governments

Partner Andrew Fede will present two sessions at the National Business Institute’s full-day program, “Advanced Land Use and Zoning Disputes With Local Governments.” The program examines today’s increasingly complex land use and zoning landscape. Topics include expert insights on digital sign and billboard regulation, land use challenges created by recent technologies, legislative updates and case law developments, variances, litigation hurdles under zoning ordinances, eminent domain practice tips, and strategies for drafting development agreements. ...read more

Executive Crises of Ethical Decision-Making

Partner Eric Yun will be among the presenters at the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) 39th Annual Leadership Convention, where he will lead a session examining the challenges of ethical decision-making in leadership. ...read more