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Florida Appeals Court Decisions: Week of December 16-20, 2024

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - NLRB v. ArrMaz Products - collective bargaining, election - Lubin v. Starbucks - class action, ERISA, arbitration - USA v. Ogiekpolor - speedy trial......
By: Carlton Fields

What to Expect in a Government Shutdown: Immigration Impact and Consequences

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

The threat of a federal government shutdown has become a common occurrence in recent years. The most recent federal government shutdown occurred in December 2018 and lasted for thirty-five days....

Late is Late Update: eSimplicity Upheld

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

The Federal Circuit just dismissed the Government’s “Late is Late” appeal on Dec. 16th as moot, preserving the split between the Court of Federal Claims (COFC) and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) on the issue of timeliness.

FDA Releases Declaratory Order Regarding Tirzepatide Shortage

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

The FDA released a Declaratory Order on December 19th re-evaluating and essentially re-instituting its previous position on the tirzepatide shortage, declaring the shortage resolved.

Wage and Hour Law during Trump's Next Administration: Issues We're Watching

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

As the country prepares for a new presidential administration, employers and employees alike face questions about the future of wage and hour law. While there is potential for change in various wage and hour issues during the next presidential term, much is still in flux....

Class Action Decisions Published November 2024 - Developments in Class Action Law

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/12/24

A highlight from this issue includes: Unique Defenses Specific to the Named Plaintiff....
By: Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.

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

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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.

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