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Standpipe Lead Based Paint Abatement/Sandblasting: New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division Addresses Issues Arising Out of Alleged Breach of Contract for PCB Contamination

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Supreme Court, Appellate Division of New York (“Appellate Division”) addressed in an April 3rd Memorandum and Order (“Memorandum”) issues arising in connection with the rehabilitation of a one-million-gallon standpipe. See Town of Colonie, et al., v. Global Contracting & Painting, Inc.

U.S. Department of Energy Reopens Funding Initiative for Gen III+ Small Modular Reactors with Key Modifications Reflecting Trump Administration Priorities

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

DOE has slightly modified its evaluation process and is offering both previous and new applicants the opportunity to submit proposals for next generation nuclear power projects under the updated criteria....

Changes on the Horizon for UK Alternative Investment Fund Management Regulation

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

On 7 April 2025, HM Treasury published a consultation to overhaul the regulation of Alternative Investment Fund Managers (“AIFMs“) in the United Kingdom (“Consultation“).

The Battle Over Climate Superfund Laws: Legal Challenges in Vermont and New York

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

States are increasingly turning to “Climate Superfund” laws as a potential mechanism to offset the growing costs of climate-related disaster recovery and the construction of more climate change-resilient infrastructure.

Appeals Court Says Disability Not Required in Order to Recover Back Pay for Violation of ADA’s Medical Inquiry and Examination Provisions

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

Most employers are aware that, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability-related inquiries and medical examinations of employees may only be required when such inquiries and examinations are “job-related and consistent with business necessity.” However, employers may be less fam

2022 Triennial Review/Arkansas Water Quality Standards: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency March 27th Letter Approving 2022 Section 303(d) List

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

The Region 6 Office of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) sent a March 27th letter to Stacie Wassell, Associate Director for the Office of Water Quality at the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment – Division of Environmental Quality (“DEQ”) stating that it has:

March 2025 California Employment Law Notes

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

We invite you to review our newly-posted, March 2025 California Employment Law Notes, a comprehensive review of the latest and most significant developments in California employment law....

[Audio] Debt and Lending Markets: Current Trends Impacting Private Equity Sponsors — PE Pathways Podcast

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

In this episode of PE Pathways, Troutman Pepper Locke Partners Tricia McNeill and Jonathan Homer delve into the current state and trends in the debt and lending markets, particularly as they impact private equity sponsors.

EPA Signals Potential PFAS Policy Pivot Under New Administrator

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

In March, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin addressed top state environmental officials, highlighting the Agency’s priorities for the year ahead.

Look Ahead to the Week of April 7: Will the House Pass the Senate Budget Resolution?

By EsqSocial Corporation 08/04/25

Both chambers are in session this week.

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