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Renewable Energy Update 1.17.25

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

President Joe Biden has designated two more national monuments in California, spanning 848,000 acres - the Chuckwalla National Monument and the Sáttítla Highlands National Monument.

USPTO Publishes Artificial Intelligence Strategy

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

On January 14, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published its Artificial Intelligence Strategy, outlining five AI Focus Areas: 1.Advance IP policies to promote inclusive AI innovation and creativity; 2.Invest in computational infrastructure, data resources, and busin

Conspiracy-Minded Jurors: A Defense Playbook

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene's damage to western North Carolina, a new conspiracy theory gained traction.

[Event] Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls - February 25th - 26th, Arlington, VA

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

Looking for something more advanced than your average export controls conference? Go beyond the basics at ACI’s 2nd Annual Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls. This premier event offers cutting-edge insights and strategies tailored for decision-makers, focusing on the latest trends in U.S.

Legislative Top 5 - January 2025

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

What’s a Quorum? When Secretary of State Steve Simon convened the Minnesota House of Representatives at Noon on Tuesday, January 14, 67 Republicans were in attendance but the 66 DFLers were notably absent.

Why the Supreme Court Tolerated the TikTok Ban (And What That May Teach Us About Deference)

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

Today the Supreme Court of the United States declined to block Congress’s TikTok ban, clearing the way for the ban to take effect on January 19, 2025.

Virginia Viewpoint: Late Out of the Gate

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

The 2025 General Assembly commenced its legislative business this week following an unexpected delay due to widespread water outages that impacted the city of Richmond last week.

Ontario Court of Appeal Endorses a Flexible and Contextual Approach to Dismissal for Delay Under the Class Proceedings Act, 1992

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

In Tataryn v. Diamond & Diamond Lawyers LLP, 2025 ONCA 5 (Tataryn), the Ontario Court of Appeal clarified the test for determining whether a proposed class action should be dismissed for delay under section 29.1 of the Class Proceedings Act, 1992, SO 1992, c 6....

Death Knell Inches Closer for Connecticut’s Transfer Act

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

In a move much anticipated by the real estate, environmental, financial, and business communities, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) released this week its Release-Based Cleanup Regulations (PR2024-025) to replace the much maligned Connecticut Transfer Ac

Major Changes Ahead: New USPTO Trademark Filing Fees and Procedures

By EsqSocial Corporation 20/01/25

Significant changes are coming to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Saturday, January 18 with regards to trademark filing fees and procedures.

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