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SEC Takes Aim at SPACs

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

March Madness extends into April as the Commission markedly increases its focus on SPACs. Surprise pronouncements call into question use of the PSLRA safe harbor for projections and accounting treatment for warrants....

Wash Your Hands and Read Your Contract: COVID-19 Reminders for the Construction Industry

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

A year into the pandemic, many of us are reflecting on how far we have come. While we may laugh at the memory of wiping off grocery bags with Clorox, some of the lessons, like washing your hands for at least 20 seconds, are fundamentals that should apply all the time.

The American Rescue Plan’s employer impact

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

One of President Biden’s initial signature pieces of legislation - The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 - creates a significant number of changes to or continuations of programs that were available to both businesses and employees during 2020.

Labor & Employment E-Note - April 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

Presidential Proclamation Restricting the Issuance of Certain H, J, and L Visas Expires - On June 22, 2020, the Trump Administration announced Presidential Proclamation 10052 ("PP 10052"), which suspended the issuance of many H, J, and L visas at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

DOB Releases Long-Awaited Guidance for Climate Mobilization Act Adjustment Applications

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

On Friday, April 9th, the Department of Buildings (“DOB”) released long-awaited guidance for building owners seeking to apply for statutory adjustments to the greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions limits established in the City’s Climate Mobilization Act (the “CMA” or “Act”).

Recent Bad Faith Cases Regarding Reasonableness of Medical Treatment

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

In two recent cases, the courts showed substantial deference to patients’ treating physicians in determining the reasonableness of medical treatment. This deference appears to reflect a reluctance of courts to decide what healthcare is appropriate for a patient....

U.S. Treasury Releases New Guidance on the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

Agencies Should Be Aware of Pre-Award Requirements - Yesterday, the U.S. Treasury released new guidance on the certification process for entities that will be receiving a direct payment from the U.S.

North Carolina's Investments in Job Creation Fuel Surge in Life Science Industry

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

On March 18, Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies announced a $2 billion investment in a new vaccine plant in Holly Springs, creating 750 jobs.

The Supreme Court - April 19, 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

Hemphill v. New York, No. 20-637: Whether, or under what circumstances, a criminal defendant who opens the door to responsive evidence also forfeits his right to exclude evidence otherwise barred by the Confrontation Clause....

Food & Beverage Litigation Update l April 2021 #2

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/04/21

Bill on Mandatory Sesame Labeling Passes U.S. Legislature - The U.S. House of Representatives has voted 415-11 to pass the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research Act of 2021 (FASTER Act), a bill that will expand the definition of “major food allergen” to include sesame.

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