The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) plans to adopt an order preempting State and Local laws and regulations that discriminate against providers of Voice over Internet Protocol (“VoIP”) services in the imposition of 911/E911 fees & surcharges (“911 fees”). The FCC’s preemption order will create parity between providers of VoIP services and carriers offering traditional telephone …
The nation’s first and most comprehensive Consumer Privacy regulations will soon take effect in California, the world’s 5th largest economy. If your company conducts business in California or even so much as interacts with the private data of a California resident, YOU WILL BE IMPACTED! Are you ready to comply? Marashlian & Donahue, …
Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, The CommLaw Group, cordially invites you to meet us at WISPAPALOOZA where you can get to know our team of attorneys devoted to cost-effectively serving the comprehensive legal, regulatory & tax compliance, and consultative needs of wireless Internet service providers (WISPs), along with the long-haul, backhaul fiber carriers and equipment manufacturers/importers …
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IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF THE D.C. CIRCUIT COURT’S DECISION IN MOZILLA v. FCC By Drew Clark, Of Counsel at Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC The End of the Debate? Wishful Thinking! Just the Beginning of Yet Another Chapter as Debate Shifts to Congress and the States. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, in …
On September 27, 2019, BA Telecom, through its counsel (The CommLaw Group) filed a Request for Review (Appeal) of USAC’s interpretations of the FCC’s “Affiliate Rule” in the context of the “Limited International Revenue Exemption” (LIRE). Under USAC’s interpretation and application of the “rules” to BA Telecom, the international long distance carrier’s universal service fund …
Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, The CommLaw Group, cordially invites you to meet us at WISPAPALOOZA where you can get to know our team of attorneys devoted to cost-effectively serving the comprehensive legal, regulatory & tax compliance, and consultative needs of wireless Internet service providers (WISPs), along with the long-haul, backhaul fiber carriers and equipment manufacturers/importers …
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Entering the “Communications Services” market is not for the faint of heart. Because of technological advancements (i.e., IP-based communications and software-enabled platforms), low market entry barriers, and “vendors/suppliers” who seek to grow their revenue, new entrants to the Communications Services industry often have a false sense of confidence that they can enter the market and, …
The FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau has recently announced the filing period for wireless service providers and wireless handset manufacturers to electronically file hearing aid compatibility certifications covering the 2018 reporting period. Wireless service providers and wireless handset manufacturers must file their certifications between September 3, 2019 and October 3, 2019. Additionally, by September 3, 2019, …
ARTICLE PUBLISHED IN RFID JOURNAL (August 12, 2019) Author: Michal Nowicki, Associate, Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC Contact Author: mjn@commlawgroup.com Making Autonomous Vehicles Accessible to Persons with Disabilities Will Bring New Business Opportunities and Legal Challenges to the Auto Industry It is no longer a mystery that autonomous vehicles are the future of driving. As popular automotive manufacturers, …
In an effort to facilitate access to emergency services, the FCC has recently released a final order adopting rules to help ensure that people who call 911 from multi-line telephone systems (MLTS), which commonly serve hotels, office buildings, and campuses, can reach 911 and be quickly located by first responders. The new regulations will also …
