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[Video] Compliance into the Weeds: the JPMorgan Fine and Penalty

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast which takes a deep dive into a compliance related topic, literally going into the weeds to more fully explore a subject. In this episode Matt and Tom go into the weeds to look at the recent fine of $920 million against JPMorgan for spoofing.

OFCCP Launches Hotline to Receive Reports Regarding Contractors’ Prohibited Race and Sex Stereotyping

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

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Appropriations Act Allows USCIS to Expand Premium Processing Service

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

On September 30, 2020 the President signed the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2021 and Other Extensions Act, to fund the U.S. government through December 11, 2020. The Act also addresses USCIS revenue shortfalls and the need to meet operational expenses.

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Approves Application for Year 2 of the Community Solar Pilot Program

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

On October 2, 2020, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (the “Board”) officially approved the application to be used for Year 2 of the Community Solar Pilot Program (the “Program")......

Latest Federal Court Cases - October 2020

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

GlaxoSmithKline LLC v. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Appeal No. 2018-1976, -2023 (Fed. Cir. Oct. 2, 2020) - Our Case of the Week focuses on the question of induced infringement, and particularly induced infringement in the context of prescription pharmaceuticals.

Employer Insights: DOL Guidance on Tracking and Compensating Teleworkers

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

In response to new telework and remote working arrangements established because of the pandemic, on August 24, 2020 the U.S.

Maximum State Density Bonus Increases for Primarily Market-Rate Housing Projects under AB 2345

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

The State Density Bonus Law, Government Code section 65915, provides the opportunity to develop additional market-rate housing and receive other benefits in exchange for including affordable units in a project.

SBA Issues Procedural Notice Regarding Approval of Changes of Ownership of PPP Borrowers

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

On October 2, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an important Procedural Notice clearing the way for dealmakers to begin closing M&A transactions involving targets with outstanding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans with the implicit blessing of the SBA......

Verifying Santa’s Helpers

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

The holiday season and holiday shopping may look a little different this year, especially as more purchases are made online. To respond to the annual influx of orders, employers may hire seasonal workers to assist.

New SBA Guidance on Change in Ownership by PPP Borrowers

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/10/20

On October 2, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) released new guidance on when SBA consent is required in connection with a change in ownership of an entity that has received Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") funds under the CARES Act (a “PPP Borrower”)......

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