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Marijuana and the Tax Apocalypse

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

As Californians evaluate the potential for legalization of Marijuana it is important to consider the current state of conflict between state and federal laws and regulations regarding the production, distribution and sale of Marijuana. As MillarLaw...

Contracts Can Impose High Liquidated Damages in Some Cases

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

A few volumes ago, we wrote about the scope and enforceability of liquidated damages provisions in contracts, indicating that these provisions may only be enforced by courts where (i) the damages amount is not so unreasonably high and...

What if I'm Injured Hiking or Camping?

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

Summer is almost here and many of us are already planning our outdoor expeditions. Safety first is the rule for any hiking or camping trip, but unfortunately not all backcountry injuries can be avoided. So what happens if you're injured while hiking or camping this summer?

[Video] Alternate Dispute Resolution

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

David E. Mark, Esq. and Oren Bitan, Esq., discuss Alternate Dispute Resolution...
By: Buchalter Nemer

Inspections Expose Unsafe Product Imports

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

The United States Department of Justice recently filed a product liability lawsuit in federal court against Toys Distribution Inc., BLI Apparel Inc., All Seasons Sales Inc. and S&J Merchandise Inc., as well as six of the owners and managers of the...

Telemedicine in Texas: New requirements approved by Texas Medical Board

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

Compliance with telemedicine rules are tricky these days, as many individual state medical boards regulate the practice of telemedicine within state borders. It is important to keep track of the changing laws related to telemedicine....

[Event] How to Monetize Your Company's Patent Assets - May 21, 2015

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

Join us as our host Wiggin & Dana presents on the latest legal developments in patent licensing and monetization. Partners Joe Casino and Michael Kasdan will take us through optimal approaches to patent monetization, focusing on key developments in...

Week In Review - May 2015

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

Budget Showdown - Governor Mark Dayton has expressed dismay at the direction lawmakers are veering in their budget plans. On spending state money, lawmakers are widening the chasm. The May 18 legislative adjournment deadline is pressing down...

Vendor Management Risks and Controls

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

What are the Risks? In an effort to heighten efficiency and cost effectiveness, many financial institutions choose to outsource certain services to third party vendors. While these providers often play a beneficial role, financial institutions...

EPA Is Not an Expert in Determining Electric System Reliability

By EsqSocial Corporation 04/05/15

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals just reversed and remanded EPA’s rule allowing backup generators to operate for up to 100 hours per year as necessary for demand response. It’s an important decision that could have lessons for EPA and the regulated...

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