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Cayman STAR Trusts: A Powerful Structure for Employee Benefit Trusts and Master Insurance Policies

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Cayman Islands is a premier jurisdiction for innovative trust structures, and its STAR trusts have gained prominence for their flexibility and utility in corporate settings. STAR Trusts are a form of trust that is unique to Cayman and have a wide variety of practical applications.

Criminal Case Against Former Executives Of Technology Company Dismissed

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

On April 2, 2025, the Department of Justice moved to dismiss with prejudice its Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”) case against two former executives of a technology solutions company (“Company”). The executives were accused of authorizing a $2 million bribe to an Indian official in 2014.

Leveling the Playing Field? Developing Discovery Strategies in CFTC Civil Enforcement Actions

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Enforcement wields immense power in civil enforcement actions.

Southern District Of New York Grants Motion To Dismiss Putative Securities Class Action Against Software Company

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

On March 27, 2025, Judge John G.

Heard at the 2025 Antitrust Law Section Spring Meeting

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The American Bar Association Antitrust Law Section’s annual Spring Meeting took place from April 2 to 5 in Washington, DC.

What Student Visa Holders and Employers Need to Know About Recent Student Visa Rescissions and Increased Scrutiny

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Department of State (DOS) has recently increased scrutiny of existing student visa holders and those requesting new student visas at U.S. consulates abroad.

Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023: where are we and what’s next?

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) has made, and will continue to make, significant amendments to company law in the UK.

The Big Bang? European Commission unveils proposals to support surge in defence spending, reduce reliance on third countries

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

On 19 March 2025, the European Commission unveiled new draft measures to help Member States ramp up defence spending by 2030 among mounting concerns about Europe's security.

Pensions: What’s new this week? April 7, 2025

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

Welcome to your weekly update from the A&O Shearman Pensions team, covering all the latest legal and regulatory developments in the world of workplace pensions.

UK Sanctions Update: Key takeaways from the OFSI Annual Review

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Office of Financial Sanction Implementation's ("OFSI") Annual Review for 2023-2024 provides valuable insights into how the UK's financial sanctions regime has continued to develop.

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