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Florida Whistleblower Case Offers Wider Cultural Lessons for Employers

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

If an employee files a whistleblower complaint against their employer, should that employee be required to show “actual” knowledge of a violation, or should a “good faith, reasonable belief” showing suffice? Not all courts agree with the answer.

Managing Through Financial Distress: The Board’s Oversight Role and Protecting Against Litigation

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

When a public company faces significant financial challenges and uncertainty, the pressure on management teams and boards of directors to make the “right” decisions intensifies.

NY Fed: Consumers report higher credit rejection rates, expect more rejection

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

Recently, the New York Fed’s Center for Microeconomic Data released its latest Survey of Consumer Expectations Credit Access Survey, which highlights trends in consumer credit experiences and expectations.

Shot, Chaser: FTC Sues Alcohol Supplier Under Controversial Pricing Law, Dissenting Commissioner Offers Detailed Defense

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

On December 12, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC (Southern) in the Central District of California for alleged price discrimination, initiating the first federal government enforcement action under the Robinson-Patman Act (RPA) in nearly 25 year

CFPB Finalizes Controversial Overdraft Overhaul

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

On Dec. 12, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized a controversial rulemaking that would fundamentally alter how banks and credit unions offer overdraft services.

California 2025: The Next Wave of New Employer Compliance Obligations Is About to Hit

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

The California Legislature and Governor Gavin Newsom have again enacted a number of laws that will affect California employers. This Insight summarizes the significant changes to California employment laws taking effect in 2025.

No Space for Error: Invalid Indemnity Claim in Asset Transaction Failed to Follow Notice Terms

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

The latest dispute in the asset deal between Spacebridge Inc. and Baylin Technologies Inc. is a stark warning to anyone delivering a notice of indemnification claim against funds held in escrow....
By: Bennett Jones LLP

New York State Introduces Registration Requirement for Contractors and Subcontractors on Public and Private Projects

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

All contractors and subcontractors who submit bids or perform construction work on public work projects or private projects covered by Article 8 of the Labor Law are required to register with the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) by Monday, Dec. 30, 2024, pursuant to N.Y.

Merging Networks, Diverging Practices: The CMA’s Gamble on Investment Promises & Price Caps in Vodafone/Three

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

Following an in-depth Phase II review process lasting almost 14 months from when the CMA launched its preliminary invitation to comment, on 5 December 2024, the CMA conditionally approved the combination of the parties’ UK businesses into a joint venture.

Bound to Happen: Inherent Property Leaves No Question of Reasonable Expectation of Success

By EsqSocial Corporation 19/12/24

CYTIVA BIOPROCESS R&D AB V. JSR CORP. - Before Prost, Taranto, and Hughes.  Appeal from the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

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