News

Second Circuit Sends PBM “Clawback” Litigation Plaintiffs Back to the Drawing Board

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

Anthem, Inc., (Anthem) and Express Scripts, Inc., (Express Scripts) had a big win this week, creating another setback for plaintiffs filing ERISA lawsuits against pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs)....

COVID-19 Report for Life Sciences and Health Care Companies (UPDATED)

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

In Tuesday's Report: An overview of EU and German financing measures for companies responding to COVID-19; U.S. passes relief legislation affecting surprise billing; U.K.

Commerce Bans Exports to Dozens of Companies, Including Chinese Semiconductor, Drone Manufacturers

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced that it has added Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), drone manufacturer DJI, and dozens of other companies and universities to its Entity List.

FTC Says Razor Thin Market Share Not Enough for Merger Clearance and What It Means for Disruptive DTC Brands

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against Procter & Gamble to enjoin the consumer goods company from acquiring New York-based direct-to-consumer shaving startup Billie.

2021: A New Year, the Same Fear - Why Companies Should Expect a Wave of PPP Investigations

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

Four months after the expiration of the $659 billion forgivable loan relief program established by the CARES Act, the federal government has disbursed approximately 5.2 million Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans....

United States Files Amicus Brief in Support of PennEast Pipeline Company’s Petition for a Writ of Certiorari in Closely-Watched Pipeline Eminent Domain Case

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

On December 9, 2020, the Acting Solicitor General filed a brief on behalf of the United States, as amicus curiae, in support of PennEast Pipeline Company’s petition for a writ of certiorari seeking review of a decision of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in a closely-watch

The COVID-19 Vaccine and Healthcare Employers: To Mandate or Not to Mandate?

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

With COVID-19 vaccines now being distributed to healthcare facilities, including hospitals, long-term care, and other healthcare providers, employers in these industries are faced with an immediate decision: whether to mandate that employees required to work at facilities and/or who otherwise wil

Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act Provides Additional Funding to Small Businesses Under the Paycheck Protection Program

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

In response to the continued market disruption and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act, or the Act, on December 21, 2020 as a part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which provides additional

Window On Washington - Vol. 4, Issue 51

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

Outlook for This Week in the Nation’s Capital - Congress. The House and Senate are set to adjourn for the rest of the year once they pass the omnibus and coronavirus relief package, which the House plans to vote on today and the Senate shortly afterwards.

Michigan Extends its Ban on Indoor Gatherings While Reopening Casinos, Theatres, and Other Recreational Facilities

By EsqSocial Corporation 22/12/20

On December 18, 2020, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued an emergency epidemic order rolling back some of the restrictions previously in place for Michigan businesses.

Pages