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COVID-19 Daily Insurance Regulatory Updates To Keep You Informed During The Lockdown (June 2020 #17)

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

In conjunction with the Locke Lord COVID-19 task force, we are reviewing, analyzing, and compiling regulatory updates to provide clients easy access to information during this unprecedented time. If you have any questions on the subject matter below, do not hesitate to reach out.

Sixth Circuit: incorporation of AAA Rules delegates “gateway” issue of arbitrability to the arbitrator

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

Takeaway: We have written a number of articles about class arbitration. See, e.g., Fifth Circuit: arbitrator’s decision to conduct class arbitration cannot be vacated (May 11, 2020).

New Jersey Executive Order and Subsequent Guidance Permitting Elective Surgeries and Invasive Procedures to Resume

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

Over the past several weeks, many states have shifted their focus from concerns around restricting business and activity due to increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases to resuming some limited and vital activities as COVID-19 cases have begun to decrease....<BR />By: <a href="

Colleges and Universities, Class Actions, and COVID-19

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

In this episode, Akin Gump litigation partner Hyongsoon Kim and counsel Molly Whitman discuss class actions against colleges and universities that have moved to remote teaching due to the pandemic. Among the topics covered: - Who comprises these plaintiff classes?

Remote Working During COVID-19 (and Beyond?): Frequently Asked Questions

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

Many state and local orders continue to require certain employees to work remotely or telecommute during the COVID-19 pandemic. And even where employees are beginning to return to the workplace, employers may face an increase in requests from employees to work remotely on an extended basis.

[Webinar] Implementing a Technology-enabled Data Privacy Program: Notes from the Field (CLE) - July 15th, 9:00 am PST

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

Managing compliance to global and regional privacy regulations can be challenging. Your organization must have rigorous data privacy policies and practices, including GDPR & CCPA compliance, in place to avoid potential litigation and regulatory investigations.

Book it as Protectable: the Supreme Court Holds Booking.com is a Protectable and Registerable Trademark

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

On June 30, 2020, in a nearly unanimous opinion, the Supreme Court held that Booking.com is not generic for online hotel reservation services and is protectable under the Lanham Act.

Supreme Court Decides June Medical Services L.L.C et al. v. Russo

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

On June 29, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court decided June Medical Services L.L.C. et al. v.

A Primer on Canadian Sanctions Legislation - June 2020

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

Canada, like other major jurisdictions, has a broad range of economic and financial sanctions targeting foreign states and their nationals, as well as various terrorist organizations.

COVID-19: K&L Gates Triage: Alternative Payment Models: Tied to an Improved COVID-19 Response?

By EsqSocial Corporation 01/07/20

In this week's episode, Gabe Scott and Steve Pine discuss recent data showing how health systems participating in Alternative Payment Models compare to other health systems in responding to the COVID-19 crisis, and discuss the future of APMs....<BR />By: <a href="

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