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In today’s hyper-aware environment, concerns about food and drug safety are paramount for both companies and consumers.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates the areas of biotech, food, and drug law. Additionally, laws including the 21st Century Cures Act, and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Processes), regulate industry standards/norms in food, cosmetics, and other industry-sectors. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the latest analysis of news, legislation, and upcoming cases/litigation as it relates to this area of law.

With researchers searching for new energy solutions and other developments in biotech, visitors to the NLR will have the opportunity to read content surrounding biosimilars, natural fuel production, medical devices, biotechnology, nanotechnology and materials, and the pharmaceuticals industry. Additionally, content relating to food and drug laws, limits on chemical use in cosmetic products, and other general health/safety topics are covered by the National Law Review and are updated regularly. Additionally, food safety and imports to the United States are also discussed as they become relevant. 

In addition to general health, science, and food/drug, the industry is also closely related to many of the issues related to intellectual property law. New applications for patents, intellectual property, licensing laws, and other areas which are governed by the PTAB court, often crossover into the industry.

New developments in legislation, including the legalization of recreational marijuana has created a new area ripe for legal analysis.  Regulations on how recreational marijuana can be advertised and marketed, distributed and the kind of insurance coverage necessary for dispensaries.  Additionally, employer drug-testing and marijuana statutes have been a hot area of litigation covered by the National Law Review.  

General practices in marketing standards, compliance of federal and state laws/legislation, licensing collaborations, and news related to bringing new products to the market, in the US and abroad, are among the areas visitors to NLR will read about daily. Drug pricing, changes in production standards, regulatory compliance, food safety and handling, drug laws (legalization of marijuana, both recreational and medicinal in the workplace), and labeling and nutritional requirements, are among the many topics covered by the National Law Review daily.

Visitors will always find the latest, up-to-date, most comprehensive coverage on the site. And, news and stories which affect the US, companies which are regulated in the industry, and multinational/international companies, are detailed regularly for NLR readers.

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Recent Biotechnology, Food & Drug Administration FDA News

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Publication Date Organization Sort descending
May
27
2020
3D-Printed Masks, Disinfecting Devices, and Simplified Ventilators – a Sampling of Tech Advances in the Age of COVID-19 from California Universities Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
31
2024
OIG Permits Medical Device Manufacturer’s Cost-Sharing Subsidies for Medicare Beneficiaries in Clinical Trial Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
27
2020
A Shot Across the Bow of the Pharmaceutical Industry: President Trump Issues a Quartet of Executive Orders on Drug Pricing that Might Eventually (OR NEVER?) Take Effect Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
5
2017
New York AG Takes Enforcement Action Against Heart Monitoring Apps: Murmurs of Concern are Heard in mHealth App World Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
26
2010
Has the Time Come for "Total Recall" of Medical Products? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
6
2011
Landmark Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Program Adopted in California Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Oct
6
2011
California AB 32's Cap-And-Trade Program Developments Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Oct
25
2021
AB-45: California Finally Welcomes Hemp Products To The Marketplace Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
7
2022
FDA Releases Guidance for Digital Health Tech Used in Clinical Investigations Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
26
2022
New Litigation Continues to Challenge the Social Equity and Scoring Process of the Illinois Cannabis Regulation And Tax Act Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
12
2019
Regulating E-Cigarettes Remains “Top Priority” For FDA Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
28
2022
Federal Judge in NY Issues Preliminary Injunction to Block Retail Cannabis Licenses on Constitutional Grounds Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Feb
25
2023
No Surprises Act Update: Certified IDR Entities to Resume Payment Determinations for Services Furnished Before October 25, 2022 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
11
2023
“Dietary Guidance Statements” in Food Labeling: What You Need to Know About FDA’s Latest Draft Guidance for the Food Industry Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
13
2019
340B Program-Participating Hospitals Object to CMS’s Proposed Cuts to 340B Program Reimbursement: CMS’s Recent Information Collection Request Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
24
2023
Regulators Send Warning Letter to Hospitals and Telehealth Providers About Tracking Technology Use Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Oct
18
2023
FDA’s Proposed Rule on LDT Regulation and the Debate over Agency Deference Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
8
2020
New Proposed Regulation Provides More Guidance and Some Relief on Prop 65 Warning Requirements for Heat Processed Foods and Acrylamide Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
14
2020
Trade Secret Protection & the COVID-19 Cure: Observations on Federal Policy-Making & Potential Impact on Biomedical Advances Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
11
2024
China Semiconductor Export Regulations, Episode V – Updates and Corrections to the Advanced Computing and Semiconductor Regulations Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
11
2021
DFEH Issues Guidance to Employers Regarding Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policies Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
17
2017
Scrambling After an Egg Crisis – EU Safety Guidance for Online Product Sales Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
10
2011
Superior Court's Injunction Preventing California's Cap and Trade Program Has Been Stayed...Right? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
28
2013
Recent Federal and International Developments Good for California Cap and Trade Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
30
2021
San Francisco Passes Measure Requiring Sick Leave for Domestic Workers – “First of Its Kind” Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
May
17
2022
California Cannabis Farmers May Finally Get Some Relief Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
16
2014
Sandoz and Celltrion Decline the Invitation to Dance: Biosimilars Challenge the Applicability of the BPCIA’s Exchange Provisions Before Bringing Suit Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
21
2022
In One Day, California Governor Signs Into Law Ten Cannabis Bills, Including Authorization for Interstate Commerce Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
 

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