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April 27, 2026 Labor & Employment Law Navigator Blog

DEI Compliance Just Changed for Federal Contractors—Here’s What to Do Next

On March 26, 2026, President Trump signed a new Executive Order, “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors,” (the “Order”) that signals a new approach in…

April 23, 2026 Cannabis Law Blog

DOJ Places FDA-Approved and State-Licensed Medical Marijuana in Schedule III: What Operators Need to Know

On April 22, 2026, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a final order placing two categories of marijuana in Schedule III of the Controlled Substances…

April 21, 2026 Cannabis Law Blog

Jim Ickes and Jamie L. Rasor Share Ten Steps for Cannabis Operators to Reduce Product Liability Risk

Partner Jim Ickes and Associate Jamie L. Rasor analyzed recent product liability cases involving cannabis businesses and share actionable steps operators can take to reduce…

April 20, 2026 News

Jean E. Smith-Gonnell Selected to Law360’s 2026 Cannabis Editorial Board

Jean E. Smith-Gonnell was recently named to Law360’s 2026 Cannabis Editorial Board, in which she will help shape the publication’s coverage of the cannabis industry.…

April 15, 2026 News

Frantz Ward Expands Ohio ALFA International Membership to Cover Columbus Market

Frantz Ward is pleased to announce the firm has expanded its membership with ALFA International (ALFAI) to serve the Columbus market, marking a deeper investment…

April 14, 2026 Client Alerts

Understanding Proactive Environmental Compliance in a Multi-Agency Enforcement World

Recent developments at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), coupled with longstanding federal and Ohio environmental audit policies, underscore a clear message: companies that proactively…

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