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Petition Summary: Paper File Folders from Cambodia and Sri Lanka

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

On October 21, 2024, the Coalition of Domestic Folder Manufacturers which is comprised of Smead Manufacturing Company (“Smead”) and (2) TOPS Products LLC (“TOPS”) (collectively the “Coalition” or “Petitioner”), filed a petition for the imposition of antidumping duties on U.S.

Sidestepping the Automation Implementation Trap: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls and Maximize Success

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

Lessons Learned and Best Practices for Seamless Automation - Implementation Automation has become the right-hand resource for many businesses looking to drive greater efficiency and get time back to focus on business initiatives that propel their organization......

FERC Issues Order on Remand for Transmission Return on Equity Methodology, but Leaves the Door Open for Future Challenges

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

On October 17, 2024, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC” or the “Commission”) issued an Order on Remand (the “Order”) following the D.C. Circuit’s August 2022 decision in MISO Transmission Owners v.

SEC Short Sale Disclosure Rules & Upcoming Compliance Date

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

On October 13, 2023, the SEC adopted Rule 13f-2 and related Form SHO pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”).

UK Financial Ombudsman Service Updates Guidance on Handling Complaints Concerning APP Fraud, Scams and Fraud

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

The Financial Ombudsman Service has published updated versions of its guidance for businesses on: (i) handling complaints concerning Authorized Push Payment fraud and other scams involving authorized payments or withdrawals; and (ii) handling complaints concerning fraud and scams......

New Washington Ruling Endorses 30-Minute Penalty for Meal Period Violations

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

In Androckitis v.

NLRB General Counsel Steps Up Remedies for Unlawful Noncompetes and Targets “Stay-or-Pay” Agreements

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

On October 7, 2024, the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) top prosecutor issued a memo to NLRB regional offices, solidifying the hard line her office will take on noncompete and “stay-or-pay” agreements and calling for greater remedies for employees who may have lost out on a job opportunit

Department of Defense Finalizes Rule Adding New Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors and Subcontractors

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has published a Final Rule to implement the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, which establishes minimum cybersecurity requirements for nearly all DOD contracts.

Court of Appeal confirms FCA power to impose single-firm redress schemes

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

The UK Court of Appeal has confirmed that the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has the power to impose single-firm schemes of redress where it considers this is desirable to satisfy one of its statutory operational objectives.

FTC Appeals Texas Federal Court’s Decision Halting Its Noncompete Ban Nationally

By EsqSocial Corporation 23/10/24

On October 18, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) gave notice that it would appeal a Texas federal court’s decision halting its non-compete rule (the “Rule”) from taking effect as to all employers nationwide.

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