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Eleventh Circuit Holds that Claims Pre-Date Policy, Sidesteps Rescission Issue

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, applying Florida law, has held that an insurer did not need to cover underlying litigation instituted against its insured during the policy period because related pre-suit demands constituted “claims” made before the policy incepted....

Special Fraud Alert: Suspect Payments in Marketing Arrangements Related to Medicare Advantage and Providers

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

On Dec.

Department of Homeland Security Finalizes New H-1B Regulations: Updates, Flexibilities and Restrictions for Employers and Employees

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

On Dec. 18, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized new H-1B regulations with changes that will impact both employers and employees.

California Environmental Law & Policy Update 12.20.24

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

On December 12, 2024, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife released its draft Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan (Draft Conservation Plan) to the California Fish and Game Commission (Commission), as required by the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act.

In re Wack Jills: Delaware decision marks the end of Wild West ABC proceedings

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

In a recent opinion in an assignment for the benefit of creditors (ABC) proceeding, the Delaware Court of Chancery provided an illustrative account of the assignee’s failures to comply with the relevant statutory scheme, and ultimately granted “an extreme form of equitable relief” in removing the

Asphalt Company Not Liable for $2.6 Million in Sales Tax Where Judge Found No Sale

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

It should be obvious that a state may not impose sales tax where there is no sale. This maxim was reinforced in the case Asphalt Emulsion Industries LLC v. North Carolina Department of Revenue, 23 REV 04898 (N.C. OAH Nov.

Georgia Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Communities, and Other Provider Types Must Now Make Licensure Filings (Including for CHOWs) via Portal

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

With few exceptions, licensed Georgia providers, including but not limited to, nursing homes, assisted living communities, personal care homes, hospices, home health agencies, and community living arrangements, will now file applications via the Georgia Department of Community Health’s (“DCH”) ap

Recyclage des produits de la criminalité et financement des activités terroristes : nouvelle série de modifications

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

Le 30 novembre 2024, des modifications proposées à des règlements pris en vertu de la Loi sur le recyclage des produits de la criminalité et le financement des activités terroristes (la « LRPCFAT ») ont été publiées.

Defining a New Standard in Chile: The Economic Crimes Law in Corruption Scandals

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

Chile has recently made significant amendments to its regulatory framework aimed at combatting corruption and white collar crime. Since the enactment of Law No.

Diversity in Boardrooms: Why Nasdaq Companies Still Need to Be Mindful Despite Recently Invalidated Rule

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

In a 9-8 en banc decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit overturned a three-judge panel decision and invalidated the Nasdaq Board Diversity Rule, Rule 506, that had been approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On Dec.

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