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As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the women who have shaped the legal profession through education, mentorship, and leadership. This year’s theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” recognizes the collective strength of those who have dedicated their careers to empowering others. At Bradley, we’re proud to support the growth of our female attorneys through the Winn Initiative. Established nearly 20 years ago, the program champions leadership, mentorship, and career development. Named in honor of Ellene Winn, a Bradley attorney who became one of the first female partners in a Southeastern law firm, the initiative builds on her legacy and continues to break barriers. This month, we’ll spotlight some of our female attorneys sharing their insights on mentorship, career growth, and empowering other women in law. Stay tuned to hear their stories and celebrate the impact of women in law. https://lnkd.in/e3nW8cs8 #WomensHistoryMonth #BradleyWomen #BradleyDiversity

Amy S. Leopard and Eric Setterlund examine proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule aimed at strengthening protections for electronic health data. They highlight key changes in the recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, including new requirements for data mapping, vendor oversight, and mandatory security controls. Read more about the potential impact for regulated entities in their article published by Thomson Reuters: [https://lnkd.in/e3-q3bGe]

Congratulations to Stanley Blackmon on being named to the Mississippi State University Alumni Association’s The Reveille 25 Class of 2025! The program recognizes 25 outstanding young alumni who demonstrate excellence and inspire others through their positive contributions to their communities and professions. We are proud to see Stanley recognized for his dedication, leadership, and impact. [https://bit.ly/4isl52k] #BuiltByBradley

Our monthly Pro Bono Legal Clinic, in collaboration with Legal Services Alabama, is coming up on March 27. Hosted virtually from Bradley's Birmingham office, this initiative provides Pro Bono Legal Services to support the Black Small Business and nonprofit community in the Birmingham area. Don't miss out – it's happening every fourth Thursday of the month. Learn more about the program and how to apply. [https://bit.ly/41Eu3Cj] #ProBono #LegalServices #SmallBusiness #Birmingham

A recent federal case highlights the costly consequences of not putting agreements in writing. John Mark Goodman discusses how a handshake deal led to a dispute over the decommissioning of oil and gas wells. The judge’s advice? Written contracts are essential to avoid lengthy legal battles and unforeseen costs. Read the full analysis on Bradley's BuildSmart blog: [https://lnkd.in/ephadwDT]

As the CFPB's enforcement activity slows, mortgage lenders may face increased litigation risks from borrowers and state-level actions. In their latest post on the Financial Services Perspectives blog, Joe Wilson and Tom Mostellar discuss key federal and state laws—such as the Truth in Lending Act, Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act, and Equal Credit Opportunity Act—that could expose lenders to private lawsuits and emphasize the importance of ongoing compliance to mitigate potential liability. Dive into the full details here: [https://lnkd.in/ezkcrBj3]

North Carolina’s shifting political landscape could reshape the future of medical marijuana legalization. Noah Matthews and Nate Viebrock explore how new leadership and sustained bipartisan support may influence upcoming cannabis legislation. Read more on the Budding Trends blog: [https://lnkd.in/ebFwX-Bh]

The D.C. Circuit recently affirmed that copyright law requires human authorship, ruling against a claim that a machine could be designated as the author of a work. The court held that generative AI cannot be treated as the author, leaving questions about AI-human collaboration in creative works for future cases. Jacob Neu provides an in-depth look at this pivotal decision and its implications for AI-generated art and copyright. Read the full analysis on Bradley's IP IQ blog: [https://lnkd.in/edwXJddi]

In celebration of Women’s History Month and this year’s theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” we’re honored to highlight the voices of Bradley’s female attorneys who are sharing their insights on mentorship, career growth, and empowering other women in law. Today we highlight Jennifer Trulock, who shares a powerful message for the next generation of women lawyers: “Stay engaged and advocate for up-and-coming lawyers to have opportunities. I was surprised this year when I ran into an associate I worked with years ago, and she reminded me about a time I advocated for her to speak at a seminar. She shared that, a few years after she spoke at the seminar (and did a great job), part of the reason she was considered for a job she wanted was that the person doing the hiring saw her speak at that seminar. It is still hard to believe that a minor act on my part had any impact on her career. But this experience was a good reminder to continue engaging with and advocating for newer lawyers however you can — what seems small to you can make a difference.” Jennifer’s insight emphasizes the impact of supporting and empowering the next generation of women lawyers, showing how small acts of advocacy and encouragement can create opportunities, inspire future leaders, and pave the way for success. #WomensHistoryMonth #BradleyWomen #BradleyDiversity

Bradley partner Stephen Opler joined teammates Don Bravaldo, Jimmy Trimble, and John Embleton for a day of competition and camaraderie at the 2025 Atlanta Charity Clays tournament. We are proud to support this annual event, which brings together clay shooting and field sports enthusiasts from across the region to benefit children’s charities in the Atlanta area.