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Guarding the Grid: DOE Releases 100-Day Cybersecurity Pilot Program

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

The February 2021 hack into Oldsmar, Florida’s water treatment system is a frightening reminder that critical infrastructure systems can be vulnerable to cyberattacks and that cyberattacks can jeopardize health and safety. In this case, the hack may have spurred government action.

Municipal Guidance On Land Use and Zoning, Cannabis and the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

In a prior legal alert, we explained that under the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA”), the Legislature afforded towns, villages, and cities an opportunity to opt-out of allowing retail dispensaries and on-site consumption licensees to operate within the municipality’s jurisdiction.

Lessons Learned From Eleventh Circuit’s Dismissal of Data Breach Suit Alleging Only Increased Risk of Future Harm for Lack of Article III Standing

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

In the context of data breach class action litigation, the question of whether Article III standing can be satisfied is often dispositive of the outcome of an action.

FinCEN Is Seeking Feedback On The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

The CTA is a recent reporting requirement that is expected to enhance U.S.

Air Enforcement: Alabama Department of Environmental Management and Demopolis Cement Manufacturing Facility Operator Enter into Consent Order

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (“ADEM”) and CEMEX Southeast, LLC (“CEMEX”) entered into a March 24th Consent Order addressing an alleged violation of an air permit. CEMEX is stated to operate a cement manufacturing facility (“Facility”) in Demopolis, Alabama....

Are You Ready to Provide Your MHPAEA Disclosure?

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

We previously blogged about the new Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) reporting and disclosure requirements established by the Consolidated Appropriation Act, 2021 (CAA).

Legislative Update April 2021 #2

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

The 2021 Legislative Session continued to pick up pace this week. The Senate is now in the throes of crafting its budget after holding joint meetings with the House over the past month.

Today Is World IP Day – Make Your IP Work for You

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

April 26th is World Intellectual Property Day, focusing this year on how small businesses can use intellectual property (IP) rights to build a stronger, more competitive and resilient business.

Investigations Newsletter: Court Rules Prescription Drug Event and Enrollee Encounter Data Are 'Claims for Payment' Under the False Claims Act

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

Court Rules Prescription Drug Event and Enrollee Encounter Data Are 'Claims for Payment' Under the False Claims Act - US District Judge Noel L.

Fourth Circuit Revisits Law of Contract Formation in the Digital Age and Finds No Agreement to Arbitrate

By EsqSocial Corporation 26/04/21

The Fourth Circuit recently affirmed a district court’s finding that no agreement to arbitrate claims was ever formed, holding that because the evidence showed two versions of a contract and there were variations between the agreements, no meeting of the minds as to the material terms of the cont

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