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Increased Funding Would Support IRS Drive To Audit More Partnerships and Wealthy Individuals

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

More — and more rigorous — IRS examinations are coming. The Biden administration is committed to closing the “tax gap” (the difference between taxes owed and taxes actually paid on time).

Vital Signs: Digital Health Law Update Spring 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

The pace of impact through digital health in 2021 is off to a rapid start—be it the number of transactions, the numerous legislative proposals and actions, or the focused attention of enforcement bodies.

Congressional Investigative Priorities Emerge

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

With Democrats controlling both the House and Senate for the first time since 2011, businesses can expect new congressional scrutiny on a number of fronts.

President Biden Creates New Labor Task Force – Symbolic Gesture or Harbinger of Things to Come?

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

President Biden recently issued an Executive Order creating a labor task force designed to “encourage worker organizing and collective bargaining.” Headed by Vice President Harris, the task force includes cabinet members such as Labor Secretary Martin J.

VA Announces Expanded Home Loan Eligibility for Certain National Guard Members

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

The VA recently released Circular 26-21-08, which announces expanded eligibility for VA home loan benefits for certain members of the National Guard and provides guidance on the process for obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility....

What Happens in the British Virgin Islands, Stays in the British Virgin Islands

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

On 13 April 2021, the British Virgin Islands (“BVI” or “Virgin Islands”) became the latest jurisdiction to enact a comprehensive information privacy law when the territory published the Data Protection Act, 2021 (the “DPA 2021” or the “Act”) in its Official Gazette.

Costa Rica: Q&A - Employer COVID-19 Vaccination Policies (UPDATED)

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

WLG asked member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Responses for Costa Rica have been updated with new questions since its initial publication in January....

“Garden” Against COVID-19?

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

Teaming up with its craft brewing industry, the State of New Jersey recently announced a new public health program, “Shot and a Beer.” Under this program, which the Governor announced over Twitter, individuals (21+, of course) who receive their first vaccine shot in May will be eligible for a fre

Carbon Reduction and Environmental Justice Drive Energy Policy

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

As we anticipated, under President Biden the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has begun addressing ways to reduce carbon emissions and add new transmission capacity.

Ready or Not, Mental Health Parity Reporting Has Been Effective Since February 10, 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 05/05/21

On April 2, 2021, the Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services departments (the “Departments”) issued ACA FAQs Part 45 (“FAQ 45”), which elaborates on the new reporting requirements implemented by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the “CAA”) under the Mental Health Parity and Addic

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