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New FCC Broadcast Public Notice Requirements Effective October 30, 2020

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

On October 29, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) announced that significant changes to its requirements governing the way that broadcasters must provide the public with notice of a variety of applications will go into effect on October 30, 2020....

Deference and Comity: CFTC Approves Cross-Border Swaps Final Rule

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

INTRODUCTION - The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC or Commission) recently voted 3–2 to approve a final rule (Final Rule) on the cross-border application of certain swap provisions under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA)....

FBI Warns Hospital and Health Care Providers are Under Attack

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

A public cybersecurity advisory was issued yesterday about a likely ransomware attack against the health care and public health sector.

Investment Management, Trading & Markets Updates – October 2020

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

SEC Proposes Streamlined Shareholder Reports for Retail Investors - On August 5, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a proposal to modify the mutual fund and exchange-traded fund (ETF) disclosure framework to better serve the needs of retail investors....

5 Things You Need to Know About The Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

On October 16, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) announced a partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”), the Department of Defense (“DoD”), and pharmacy retailers, CVS and Walgreens, through which COVID-19 vaccines, once available, will be admi

L.A. City and County COVID-19 Weekly Update - CA Health and Government COVID-19 Guidance: Week in Review - October 2020 #4

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

COVID-19 Resurgence - As of Monday, October 26, 2020, Los Angeles County remains in Tier 1, the most restrictive tier, of the State’s Blueprint. At a briefing on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, Los Angeles County Director of Public Health Dr.

Novel DOJ Settlement For Sunshine Act Violations

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

On October 29, 2020, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced a unique False Claims Act (“FCA”) settlement with medical device manufacturer Medtronic USA Inc.

Securities Fraud Litigation in Wake of Data Breach

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

It is no longer a matter of if, but when companies that suffer a data breach will be sued in a class action lawsuit following a data breach.

Caution Required When Using Electronic Signatures in Patent Filings

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

Electronic signatures have soared in popularity as a result of social distancing measures related to COVID-19. While such signatures are generally accepted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Wilson Sonsini urges clients to be wary when using these signatures.

FCC Enforcement Monitor ~ October 2020

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/10/20

Pillsbury’s communications lawyers have published FCC Enforcement Monitor monthly since 1999 to inform our clients of notable FCC enforcement actions against FCC license holders and others. ...

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