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David R. Hamill, Antonio J. Rivera, David Llorente, Birgit Matthiesen, Robert E. Shervette, IV
The USMCA does not require the use of CBP Form 434, as there is no prescribed format for certificate of origins under the USMCA.
David R. Hamill, Antonio J. Rivera, David Llorente, Birgit Matthiesen, Robert E. Shervette, IV
Appendix I, Automotive Rules of Origin and Procedures, to the CBP Instructions provides guidance on the USMCA automotive rules of origin by incorporating the appendix to Chapter 4 of the USMCA Implementation Act.
Berin S. Romagnolo
President Trump signed an Executive Order, effective at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2020 (the “Effective Date”), suspending the processing of certain green card applications for 60 days. The suspension only applies to green card applicants who are outside the US as of the Effective Date and h
David R. Hamill, Antonio J. Rivera, David Llorente, Birgit Matthiesen, Robert E. Shervette, IV
Any importer who claims preferential tariff treatment under the Agreement for a good imported into the United States from a USMCA country must keep the following documentation for a period of no less than five years from date of entry:
Julie Furer Stahr
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) continues to update its guidance on the interplay of COVID-related issues and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Richard L. Brand, Richard N. Gale, Glenn C. Colton, Pamela M. Deese, Maidie E. Oliveau, Mariam Al-Koshnaw Creedon, Wesley T. Gee
Arent Fox’s Sports industry group is part of the firm's COVID-19 Task Force, which is helping clients navigate new legal issues, regulatory challenges, and policy changes. Our newsletter highlights how the world of sports continues to adapt, how people in the industry are helping us stay safe, and l
Robert K. Carrol, Paul R. Lynd
San Francisco and San Jose enacted their own ordinances to provide paid leave to employees to whom the FFCRA does not apply. San Francisco added to its existing paid sick leave ordinance to provide “Public Health Emergency Leave,” while San Jose adopted its new “COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Ordinance.”
Brian D. Schneider
The US Department of Justice issued a business review letter on April 16, 2020, that confirms trade associations can remain relevant and valuable as they manage an escalated emphasis on supporting online marketplaces.
David R. Hamill, Antonio J. Rivera, David Llorente, Birgit Matthiesen, Robert E. Shervette, IV
The USMCA permits CBP to verify whether a good entered with a claim for preferential tariff treatment qualifies as originating by written request, or questionnaire; a visit to the premises of the exporter or producer; and any other procedure that may be decided by the Parties.
Aaron H. Jacoby, Russell P. McRory, Daisy Sexton, Lisa Singer
On April 17, 2020, the US Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued revised Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce: Ensuring Community and National Resilience in COVID-19 Response version 3.0.
This updates our prior Alerts regarding the importation and distribution of face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. The daily news is replete with reports of various types of masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) that pose supply challenges due to high demand.
Brian P. Waldman, Emily M. Leongini
For years, regulators, industry, and lawmakers alike have sought to modernize the regulatory framework under which most over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are marketed in the US. With the enactment of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) on March 27, 2020.
Rachel A. Remke
It’s getting more complicated to take and defend depositions because of the COVID-19 pandemic. And now there is a proposed new change to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure that would require parties to confer before a plaintiff takes the deposition of a corporate representative.
Anthony V. Lupo, Matthew R. Mills, Dan Jasnow
During a time of financial uncertainty and fear for public health, many companies are stepping up to donate time and funds to industries and workers who are on the font-lines. But as clothing brand Draper James recently discovered, good intentions don’t always lead to good outcomes.
Nancy J. Puleo, Lauren C. Schaefer
The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) recently issued emergency regulations creating a new “standby” status for employees who find themselves out of work as a result of COVID-19.
Byron Dorgan*, Philip S. English*, Jon S. Bouker, Oliver Spurgeon III*
Earlier today, the U.S. Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act.
Glenn C. Colton, Mariam Al-Koshnaw Creedon
Last week in Dew-Becker v. Wu, 2020 IL 124472 (April 16, 2020), the Illinois Supreme Court sided with the fantasy sports industry holding that daily fantasy sports contests are indeed contests of skill and thus not gambling under Illinois law. Unfortunately, given the lack of a cohesive and universa
J. Michael Showalter
The U.S. Supreme Court recently decided Atlantic Richfield v. Christian, a Superfund case involving landowners who sought to use state law claims to compel Atlantic Richfield, the successor by merger to a copper smelting company, to perform a more extensive cleanup.
Aaron H. Jacoby, Lisa Singer, Gus N. Paras
With dealers increasingly turning towards online sales, California New Car Dealers Association published a memo yesterday that was prepared by our Automotive group on best practices for online vehicle sales, home delivery, and remote work for vehicle salespersons.
David R. Hamill, Antonio J. Rivera, David Llorente
Effective April 20, 2020, the US government is making available a temporary 90-day postponement of certain import payment deadlines for companies and individuals experiencing “significant financial hardship” due to the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus disease (COVID–19).
CMS issued an MLN Matters Special Edition Article on April 17, 2020, regarding waivers for rural health clinics (RHCs) and federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) permitting flexibility during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE).
Stephen J. Dragich, Matthew Galo, Evgeny Magidenko, David P. McHugh, Robert R. Pluth, Nicholas M. Tipsord, Alexander B. Young
Earlier today, the U.S. Senate passed a bill appropriating additional funding to the Paycheck Protection Program, which ran out of funds in the middle of last week. The House is expected to pass the measure on Thursday, after which President Trump is expected to sign it into law.
Lynn R. Fiorentino
Effective April 17, 2020, additional temporary rules have been added to the California Rules of Court in response to COVID-19.
Wayne H. Matelski
As the United States begins to see positive signs that mitigation efforts such as stay-at-home orders and social distancing are working, the question of when people can return to work and resume normal activities is one of the most critical issues facing the country – and indeed the world.
Sylvia G. Costelloe, Kay C. Georgi
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has left many important questions blowing in the wind as a result of a Notification of Exemptions action published for public inspection on Friday, April 17, 2020. The final action will be published on April 21, 2020.