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Jeffrey B. Tate , Robert R. Pluth, Evgeny Magidenko, Patricia A. Pileggi, Rachel Scott*
As we discussed in our September 25 alert, Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey: IRS Issues Moratorium on Processing New Employee Retention Credit Claims, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) previously indicated that it was finalizing details for a settlement program for repayments for those who received an improper employee retention credit (ERC) payment. On December 21, 2023, the IRS provided details of this new settlement program (the ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program).
Nancy A. Noonan, Diana Dimitriuc Quaia, Leah Scarpelli, Jessica DiPietro, Yun Gao, Mario A. Torrico, William G. Stroupe II
On December 29, 2023, the US Glass Producers Coalition (Petitioner), together with the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial Service Workers International Union, filed antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing (CVD) petitions on certain glass wine bottles from China, Mexico, and Chile.
Merry and Bright: Health Canada Recalls Artificial Christmas Trees for Potential Burn or Fire Hazard
Malerie Ma Roddy, Jonathan Judge
For folks who can’t wait for Christmas, when to put up their tree can be a dilemma. Should they wait until after Thanksgiving? December 1? Or throw all caution to the wind and put up their decorations as soon as the last trick-or-treater has passed by?
Gayland O. Hethcoat II, Moyosore O. Koya, D. Reed Freeman Jr.
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have distinct yet intersecting roles in regulating business practices involving individuals’ health information.
Shira Helstrom, Cameron Custard, Evgeny Magidenko, Brian D. Schneider, Craig Engle, David P. McHugh
ArentFox Schiff’s clients report being inundated with notices from registered agents and other service providers to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a new law that will require many existing and newly formed entities to register with and disclose beneficial ownership information to the US government’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) beginning on January 1, 2024.
Peter V. B. Unger, Karen Van Essen, Alexander S. Birkhold, Mohammed T. Farooqui, Elizabeth Satarov
On December 21 President Biden signed the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA) as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.
Aaron H. Jacoby, Gordon Sung
Automotive Group Leader Aaron Jacoby and Counsel Gordon Sung authored an article in the Daily Journal providing their insights on the Dec. 1, 2023 California Public Utilities Commission Order to Show Cause that was issued to a well-known robotaxi operator in San Francisco, the first step in levying unprecedented sanctions against the company for alleged reporting omissions related to an Oct. 2, 2023 driverless operations incident involving a pedestrian.
Stephanie Trunk
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) continues to take steps implementing the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). Newly revised guidance issued on December 14, 2023, makes notable changes and clarifications to CMS’ previous guidance released earlier this year.
Lindsay Korotkin, Helenka B. Mietka
In Hanagami v. Epic Games, the Ninth Circuit recently reversed the dismissal of a well-known celebrity choreographer’s claim that animated dances in Fortnite, a popular battle-royale style video game, infringed his copyright.
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Michael F. Dearington, Nadia Patel, Elizabeth Satarov, Heather M. Zimmer
Headlines that Matter for Companies and Executives in Regulated Industries
Patricia A. Pileggi, Brittany H. Sokoloff, William P. Ziegelmueller
On November 20, 2023, the Northern District of California denied summary judgment for the defendant in SEC v. Panuwat, an enforcement action being brought under a novel theory of insider trading law that is being referred to as shadow trading.
David S. Greenberg, D. Austin Rettew
With the surge of interest in artificial intelligence (AI), it should be no surprise that health insurers have come under scrutiny concerning their use of AI predictive tools to deny medical insurance claims.
Shoshana Golden, Emily M. Leongini
On December 14, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued new instructions for cosmetic companies to use when submitting mandatory serious adverse event reports to the agency.
D. Jacques Smith, Rebekkah R.N. Stoeckler
In the era of technology-driven workplaces, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies have emerged as a significant trend. A BYOD policy allows employees to use their personal devices, such as smartphones, for work purposes, usually receiving and sending work emails.
Lynn R. Fiorentino, Debra Albin-Riley, Brian P. Waldman, Robert G. Edwards, Ph.D., Shayshari Potter
Prop 65 Counsel: What To Know
J. Michael Showalter
State and local governments have weighed in at increasing frequency in past years. While some environmental issues are global in scope, local governments are progressively engaged on issues affecting climate, waste disposal, and environmental justice (EJ).
Ralph V. De Martino, Cavas S. Pavri, Johnathan C. Duncan, Marc E. Rivera, Cody C. Boender, Jeffrey J. Kennedy, Clayton Spivey
On December 18, 2023, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new rules enhancing and standardizing disclosures regarding cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance, and incident reporting by companies who are subject to the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (including foreign private issuers) went into effect.
Pamela M. Deese, Emily B. Lewis
It is no secret that European regulators are moving with greater speed in the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) than their counterparts in the United States.
Rachel A. Remke
What do eggnog, Christmas pudding, gingerbread cookies, and fruit cake all have in common? Cinnamon. But this year, the spice giving these desserts their holiday cheer could also come with a toxic level of lead.
Angela M. Santos, Mario A. Torrico, Lucas A. Rock, Emily B. Lewis, Kimia Pourshadi
Recent measures demonstrate that the United States has maintained its commitment to enforcing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Nadia Patel, Michael F. Dearington, Mattie Bowden, Heather M. Zimmer
Headlines that Matter for Companies and Executives in Regulated Industries
Daniel J. McQueen, Alex Rafuse
On October 8, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 497, the “Equal Pay and Anti-Retaliation Protection Act.” The new law makes it easier for employees to prove retaliation under Labor Code sections 98.6, 1102.5, and 1197.5.
Scott Adamson, Mamta K. Shah, Frank R. Nguyen
On November 28, three participants in Central States Manufacturing, Inc.’s employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) filed a complaint on their own behalf and on behalf of other ESOP participants against the company, its board of directors, individual members of its board of directors, and GreatBanc Trust Company (the ESOP trustee) (the Fiduciaries).
J. Michael Showalter, Francis X. Lyons, Amy Antoniolli, David M. Loring, Bina Joshi, Malerie Ma Roddy
The regulated community faces a complex and evolving landscape. As we head into 2024, our team of energy, environmental, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) attorneys provide insights and guidance on how to navigate the changing environment.
Chris L. Bollinger, Helenka B. Mietka
Influencing has grown to a $21 billion industry. In response to the rapidly growing ubiquity of influencer-driven marketing, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has published numerous guidelines for influencers and advertisers alike.