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Trump’s Corporate Death Penalty In New York? A Closer Look into The Trial
- 29 November 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
Despite the ongoing controversies surrounding Donald Trump like his indictment in Georgia or involvement in an alleged pyramid scheme, one case hits him the most: the current civil fraud trial in Manhattan, New York. Filed by New York AG (Attorney General), Letitia James, the case aims to dismantle the long-standing façade Trump has curated for himself as a talented New York-based entrepreneur with the Midas touch and a business empire to prove it. As the trial...

When Faking It ‘Til You Make It Goes Wrong: Frank vs. J. P. Morgan
- 20 November 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
For many aspiring entrepreneurs, Forbes’ 30 under 30 is a symbol of success for all of their hard work. But, for others, it’s a mark of trouble, with a few individuals finding themselves behind bars or in trouble for fraud. Notable imprisoned alumni from the Forbes 30 under 30 list include Elizabeth Holmes (infamous biotech startup Theranos’ founder), Sam Bankman-Fried (failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX’s founder), and Martin Shrekli (the “Pharma Bro” who faced a 7-year sentence...

The Digital Services Act: The Internet’s Safety Enforcer in Europe
- 25 September 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
On August 25, 2023, the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA) went into effect and it began to hold technology companies like Google and Facebook accountable for the content posted to their platforms. Despite only encompassing the EU, it is not to say that there are no far-reaching effects from the DSA as many companies will have to comply with the DSA’s enforcement and adjust their current content policy. As the primary goal of the DSA...

Unveiling Copyright Infringement: Understanding, Consequences, and Prevention
- 19 August 2023
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- by Le&Tran Team
What is copyright infringement? Copyright infringement is when someone unlawfully uses another person’s copyrighted work, which is protected by intellectual property laws. This includes copying, distributing, displaying, or performing the work without proper authorization. According to Article 5 of Decree No. 105/2006/NĐ-CP, infringement occurs when the following conditions are met: The work in question is covered by protected intellectual property rights. There is a clear indication of infringement in the work being examined. The person responsible...

How Taking a Vacation Improves Your Well-Being
- 19 August 2023
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- by Rebecca Zucker (Harvard Business Review)
Stop giving up on your paid time-off. Perhaps you’ve experienced first-hand feeling recharged and refreshed from a vacation in the not-too-distant past. Or maybe you and your team have been hesitant to take a vacation because you’re too busy at work. To create more sustainability for employees (and yourself), it’s important to not only regularly take available vacation time, but also to fully understand its benefits and encourage your team members to plan time off. Read...

DeSantis vs. Disney: A National Showdown Between a U.S. Senator and Mickey Mouse
- 15 August 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
When Florida state governor, Ron DeSantis, decided to exchange his wedding vows at Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Chapel in 2009, he did not expect that he would be in a heavily publicized feud with the company behind Mickey Mouse. He went as far as declaring that “there’s a new sheriff in town,” a statement soon became synonymous with his feud with the Walt Disney Company. Despite such a declaration of DeSantis’ power in the Sunshine...

Third Time’s the Charm, According to the EU-U.S.’s Pact on Data Sharing
- 08 August 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
The European Commission, responsible for proposing and enacting the European Union’s laws and policies, recently announced a data transfer agreement with the U.S. where businesses can transfer data from the EU more securely and comply with the EU’s data privacy laws. The EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, abbreviated as DPF, aims to have data “flow safely between the EU and the U.S., without having to put in place additional data protection safeguards.” This is not the first...

The Emergence of Meta’s Threads and Its Legal Implications
- 25 July 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
Released less than two weeks ago and gaining 100 million users in five days, Meta’s Threads—a text-based social media platform—continues to make waves across the world. However, its copyright dispute with Twitter and lack of transparency in data collection loom over the app’s rising popularity on the Internet and in real life. Twitter as the reigning text-based microblogging platform Unlike various social media platforms such as TikTok and Facebook, Twitter has been holding its own as...

Social Media Platforms Face First Amendment Challenges
- 14 July 2023
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- by David. Hudson Jr. (ABA Journal)
Join the debate on Social Media Regulation. Should platforms have the right to curate content? Supporters argue it’s necessary to prevent ‘Big Tech’ censorship. What do you think? Read the full article here: https://www.abajournal.com/magazine/article/state-laws-targeting-social-media-platforms-face-first-amendment-challenges

Are We Ready for a Post-trust World?
- 01 July 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Very few people know that the personal computer was invented by Vietnamese expat Truong Trong Thi in 1973. This year marks the 50th anniversary. Just 50 years on and now we’re grappling with the rise of generative AI and the barrage of changes it is slated to bring. The dark side of Generative AI Today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape has led to very valid concerns about the growing erosion of trust in the information we consume....

Watch Out for These Ethical Constraints and Pitfalls When Speaking With the Media
- 15 June 2023
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- by David. Hudson Jr. (ABA Journal)
Now, the question arises: Can lawyers engage with the media while a case is pending? Are there ethical boundaries that prohibit such conduct? Let’s delve into the depths of legal ethics and explore the delicate balance between advocating for our clients and upholding the principles of justice. Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Full article here: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/journal/articles/2022/watch-out-for-these-ethical-constraints-and-pitfalls-when-speaki/

The New LE & TRAN International Finesse, Unparalleled Local Expertise, Operational Mastery
- 30 May 2023
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- by Stephen Le
From nobody to somebody I am immensely proud of the achievements of Le & Tran thus far. In the last 12 years, we have established ourselves as a formidable force in white-collar crimes, business litigation and arbitration in Vietnam. The challenges we faced and the mistakes we have made have shaped us into a young, resilient organization. However, I am convinced that if we continue on our current path, we will limit our potential for growth...