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What Does Product Liability Mean Anyway?

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

Ralph Nader worked as a lawyer while he researched his 1965 book Unsafe at Any Speed. The book focused on the Chevrolet Corvair, but many of the problems he detailed, including the lack of standard seatbelts, metal dashboards and steering wheels, and...

[Video] Can I complete my divorce without a trial?

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

Phoenix law firm Jaburg Wilk's Family Law Specialist discusses the process which occurs during a divorce proceeding. He talks about whether or not it is a requirement to be in court to testify, and gives options on completing divorce without a trial....

New SEC Municipal Advisor Registration Rules

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

SEC delays implementation of certain new Municipal Advisor Rules until July 1, 2014 - Section 975 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (“Dodd-Frank Act”) amended Section 15B of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934...

Back From The Land Of Trial Mode: January Quicklinks

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

There has not been much activity on the blog because we have been engaged in a long copyright and misappropriation of trade secrets trial. So, we share with you some of the articles we have been reading, but just haven’t had time to write about......

Quentin Tarantino’s Lawsuit Against Gawker: Enjoy!

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

Quentin Tarantino's case could ultimately turn on one little word at the end of Gawker's story......
By: JD Supra Perspectives

Power of attorney abuse: What can you do about it?

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

A financial power of attorney — sometimes called a “power of attorney for property” or a “general power of attorney” — can be a valuable planning tool. But it’s susceptible to abuse by scam artists, dishonest caretakers or greedy relatives. A broadly...

"Entering a New Regulatory Era Under the Final Volcker Rule"

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

In December 2013, five U.S. financial regulatory agencies adopted final regulations to implement the Volcker Rule. As expressed in the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, the Volcker Rule generally prohibits banking entities...

SEC Staff Announces 2014 Broker-Dealer Examination Priorities

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

The SEC’s Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (“OCIE”) announced the 2014 examination priorities (the “Announcement”) for its National Examination Program (the “NEP”). The priorities are organized according to the NEP’s four distinct...

OCC Requests Comments on Proposed Guidelines Setting Minimum Standards for Risk Governance Framework and Board Oversight of Banks with $50 Billion or More in Consolidated Assets

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

The OCC issued proposed guidelines (the “Proposed Guidelines”) that would establish minimum standards for the design and implementation of a risk governance framework (the “Risk Framework”) by national banks, federal savings associations and federal...

FMLA FAQ: Can General Aches And Pains Support The Need For FMLA Leave?

By EsqSocial Corporation 30/01/14

I just returned from Disney World, a trip that had me chasing my kids (ages 8, 6 and 4) for days on end. So, I'm tired. And I ache. My feet ache. My back aches from my four year old riding on my shoulders. My head aches from thinking about my back....

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