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New U.S. Sanctions Against Russia Target Sovereign Bonds and Malign Russian Actors

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

On April 15, 2021, the United States imposed new sanctions expanding restrictions on the purchase of certain Russian sovereign debt and other financing instruments and adding numerous Russian entities and individuals to the List of Specially Designated Nationals (“SDN List”).

OFCCP Scheduling List Updated March 2021 – Is Your Company Scheduled for Audit?

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

The Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) periodically releases "Scheduling Lists" to notify the public which companies are scheduled for audit.

DOL Issues First Ever Cybersecurity Guidance

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

On April 14, 2021, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration issued guidance on cybersecurity for the first time to help plan sponsors, fiduciaries, service providers, and participants protect personal information and retirement assets....

This Won’t Hurt a Bit: Employee Temperature and Health Screenings – A List of Statewide Orders (UPDATED)

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

Governors and public health officials across the country have implemented stringent measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19, such as safer at home and face covering mandates. Some jurisdictions also require employers to screen the health of employees, often as they begin a shift....

The Future of Trade Shows is Omnichannel

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

The rise of virtual events raises questions about the state of in-person trade shows. An FTI Consulting survey shows there’s an appetite for a new model. For years, trade shows have played a prominent role in business, serving as the backbone for networking and product showcasing....

Expect More Criminal Enforcement & What You Can Do To Minimize Your Risk

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

Antitrust cartel and related collusive scheme enforcement is poised to increase.

Gensler Expected to Take Tough Stance on Corporate Issues

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

On Wednesday, April 14, 2021, the Senate confirmed President Biden’s nomination, Gary Gensler, as chairman of the SEC in a 53-45 vote.

Remote Depositions: One Year Report Card and What to Expect Moving Forward

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

A little over a year has passed since the COVID-19 pandemic caused the legal world to look towards remote depositions as an option to move litigation matters forward. In the months that followed the initial shift, I wrote two blogs addressing the remote deposition.

Authorising your holding company

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

Certain UK incorporated holding companies of banks and investments firms will, for the first time, be required to obtain PRA authorisation in 2021. The required applications for authorisation are detailed and will require input from legal, governance and risk teams....

Dog Bite FAQs

By EsqSocial Corporation 16/04/21

1. What should you do immediately after a dog bite? If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, you should seek medical attention, for your own safety, and alert the police, as a matter of public safety....

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