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The Supreme Court Limits A Trustee’s Rights To Recover Fraudulent Transfers Against The Internal Revenue Service

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

The Bankruptcy Code provides chapter 7 trustees with significant powers to liquidate and collect estate assets and pursue litigation claims, such as fraudulent transfer claims against third parties, all to increase the recoveries to creditors in a bankruptcy case.

Federal Circuit Clarifies Requirements for Prior Art Under Pre-AIA 35 U.S.C. § 102(e)

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Knowing what qualifies as prior art is a core requirement of patent practitioners—whether in life sciences, in the technology sectors or in post-grant proceedings. It is important to keep abreast of changes to the rules, especially if the Federal Circuit weighs in.

Texas Supreme Court Clarifies Fiduciary Duties Between Business Partners

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

The Texas Supreme Court has provided clarity on the fiduciary duties between business partners, particularly in the context of limited partnerships. The case, Bertucci v. Watkins, involved a dispute between two business partners, Anthony R. Bertucci and Eugene L.

Trade Secret Protection in 2025: What In-House Counsel Need to Know

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Recent developments in workplace dynamics, regulatory changes, and several high-profile cases have highlighted the growing importance of understanding and protecting your company's trade secrets.

A PFAS First: New Mexico Exempts Fluoropolymers From Its PFAS Product Ban

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Yesterday, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the first state ban on products with intentionally added PFAS to exempt fluoropolymers.

2025 Employment Law Trends: Navigating the Shifting Landscape and What Employers Need to Know

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

As we move further into 2025, the employment law landscape continues to evolve rapidly, driven by significant regulatory changes and emerging workplace dynamics. For employers and counsel, staying ahead of these trends is crucial for effectively advising clients and mitigating risks.

Reforming Foreign Defense Sales to Improve Speed and Accountability (Trump EO Tracker)

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Reform the foreign defense sales system by: (a) Improving accountability and transparency throughout the foreign defense sales system to ensure predictable and reliable delivery of American products to foreign partners in support of United States foreign policy objectives....

The New York Health Information Privacy Act and Its Impact on Workers’ Compensation

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

The New York Health Information Privacy Act (NYHIPA), passed by the New York State Legislature on January 22 as Senate Bill S929, is a comprehensive health data privacy law awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signature....

CME Group Disciplinary Notices Held Steady in 2024 After Significant Jump in 2023

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Disciplinary notices issued by the CME Group’s Market Regulation Enforcement team remained steady in 2024 after experiencing a significant increase in 2023, according to a new report by Cornerstone Research.

Explaining California’s Private Attorneys General Act

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/04/25

Employers in California more than likely have heard of the Private Attorneys General Act, commonly referred to as PAGA. However, understanding what it is, how it functions, and how it can affect them can be challenging....

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