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Ontario Government Passes Regulation to Create Flexibility in the Hospitality, Tourism and Trade Show Industries

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

On December 17, 2020, the government of the Province of Ontario enacted Regulation 764/20, which will permit unions and employers in the hospitality, tourism, and trade show industries to negotiate for greater flexibility in the application of termination pay, severance, recall rights and other r

Demystifying insurance: The three-legged stool

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

Nothing should be mystifying about the concept of a three-legged stool. A stool is a simple piece of furniture, and its balance depends on all three legs; if you take any one of those away, the stool falls over. It’s useless to sit on, even though it still has most of its legs left....

The Court of Appeal’s Plea to Motions Scheduling Judges: Stop Letting Parties Waste Judicial Resources with Partial Summary Judgment Motions

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

On December 12, 2020, the Ontario Court of Appeal released its decision in Malik v. Attia, 2020 ONCA 787. In this case, the Court of Appeal sent a clear message to judges scheduling motions for partial summary judgment: stop!...

Ukraine’s Reduction in Renewable Energy Feed-In Tariffs: A Preview of Coming Disputes

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

To promote the production of clean energy, many countries have introduced incentives to encourage investment in the renewable energy sector.

SEC Proposes Amendments to Regulation ATS for Government Securities ATSs

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed to amend Regulation ATS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Exchange Act) for alternative trading systems (ATSs) that trade government securities or repurchase and reverse repurchase agreements on government securities (Government Secur

Québec Enters a New Lockdown Over the Holiday Season

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

From December 17, 2020 until January 10, 2021, the province of Québec is imposing special restrictions to curb activities that are contributing to rising COVID-19 cases.

ALSPs: Like Good Hand Hygiene for the Legal Industry

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

When my son was born, he was only four pounds. So, he had to spend a few days in the NICU learning how to breathe, swallow, and all of that important baby stuff.

2020 Year-End Charity Planning Opportunities to Consider

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

So far 2020 has been a tumultuous year to say the least, and many high-net-worth individuals are showing their support to nonprofit organizations in this historic time of need.

FCC Again Moves on National Security, Further Implementing the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

On December 10, 2020, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC or Commission) unanimously approved a Second Report and Order on supply chain security (Second R&O), which is the latest effort in its evolving role with national security issues.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Issues Updated Guidance for Employer COVID-19 Vaccination Programs

By EsqSocial Corporation 21/12/20

Key Points - Employers may mandate employee COVID-19 vaccination programs, subject to certain exemptions. When requiring employee vaccinations, employers should consider the fact that these COVID-19 vaccines are currently approved under the FDA's Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)....

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