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Months Later, Questions Remain for the Implementation of Rent Control in Montgomery County

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

New rent control legislation in Montgomery County (Rent Stabilization Bill (15-23)), signed into law by the County Executive on July 24, 2023 after a marathon legislative session, caps annual increases of base rent for non-exempt rental units at the lesser of CPI-U plus 3% or 6%....

WVU Medicine Provides Notice of Third-Party Data Breach

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

On September 26, 2023, West Virginia University Health System posted a website notice informing patients of a third-party data breach involving an incident that occurred at Nuance Communications.

What we can learn from one of the most detailed ESG SEC actions to date

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (“SEC”) recently found that an investment adviser mischaracterized its integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) factors into research and investment recommendations for certain products.

Rhode Island Supreme Court Continues to Strictly Interpret "Clear and Unforgiving" Statutory Language Regarding Court-Approved Redemptions from Tax Sale Proceedings

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

In Westconnaug Recovery Co., LLC v. U.S. Bank N.A, the Rhode Island Supreme Court has continued to rule against redemption and in favor of strict application of the Rhode Island's Tax Title Act.

SEC Approves "Names" Rule to Combat Greenwashing

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

On September 20, 2023, the SEC approved amendments to the "Names Rule," which were initially proposed in May 2022.

What Legal Remedies May Be Available to Condominium Associations When Criminal Conduct is Committed?

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

A shocking, criminal incident in Florida recently garnered national media attention when a unit owner was arrested and charged with injecting a poisonous chemical into a neighboring unit on several occasions.

Chambers Global Practice Guides - International Arbitration 2023 - England & Wales

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

In 2023, the international arbitration landscape is dominated by macroeconomic factors. The inflationary pressures combined with price volatility and the use of sanctions by governments following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have caused serious difficulties for businesses across the globe.

Impacts of a Government Shutdown: Government Contractors

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

Introduction - Current federal funding expires this Saturday. As we approach the deadline, it is looking less likely that Congress will pass a continuing resolution, a short-term stopgap measure, to avoid a government shutdown.

Florida Gaming Control Commission Turns a Critical Eye Toward Fantasy Sports Operators

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has taken a significant step by issuing cease-and-desist letters to three online fantasy sports operators.

EEOC Sues Zoe Center for Pediatric & Adolescent Health for Disability Discrimination

By EsqSocial Corporation 27/09/23

Pediatric Health Services Provider Failed to Accommodate Employee and Fired Her Because of Her Medical Conditions, Federal Agency Charges - ATLANTA – Zoe Center for Pediatric & Adolescent Health, LLC, a provider of pediatric and adolescent health services in Thomaston, Georgia, violated fede

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