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FINRA Releases Long-Anticipated Guidance on New Work-From-Home Exemption Ahead of Impending COVID-19 Relief Expiration
FINRA’s guidance sheds further light on the new rule, which will permit firms to elect “non-branch” designation for a private residence where an associated person conducts specified supervisory activities.
May 3, 2024
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Tax Credit Transfer Bridge Loans: Structuring Issues and Considerations
Partners Eli Katz and Kelly Cataldo explore tax credit transfer bridge loans, detailing their strategic design for risk mitigation and lender security, and examine the Inflation Reduction Act's transformative role in shifting US renewable energy financing to innovative models.
May 2, 2024
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DOL Raises Minimum Salary Thresholds for Overtime Exemptions
Employers may need to raise exempt employee salaries or reclassify them as non-exempt if the new salary thresholds go into effect.
May 2, 2024
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The Legal 500's 2024 Lending & Secured Finance Country Comparative Guide: United States
Latham banking lawyers provide an overview of lending and secured finance laws and regulations applicable in the United States.
May 1, 2024
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5 Things to Know About EPA’s Final Power Plant GHG Emissions Rule
EPA’s action finalizes aggressive emission reduction targets for certain subcategories of fossil fuel-fired power plants, based on implementation of carbon capture and sequestration.
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Financial Statement Requirements in US Securities Offerings
Latham’s updated companion guides help US issuers and non-US issuers navigate US securities laws for financial statement requirements.
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The Book of Jargon Series – Word of the Day®
The Book of Jargon® is a series of practice area and industry-specific glossaries published by Latham & Watkins.
Black Liquor
a black soupy liquid that is a by-product of paper production. Black Liquor is combusted in Cogeneration facilities at paper mills along with Hog Fuel to create steam and electricity that are consumed in the mill.
Word of the Day®
Aquaculture
the cultivation of marine or freshwater organisms in a controlled environment. Aquaculture is a method of food production that is often used to provide year-round sources of nutrition, maintain year-round employment, and recover fish stocks.
Word of the Day®
Lender in Possession
Slang for a secured lender who controls all of the assets of the Debtor by virtue of its Perfected security interest and who often asserts great influence over all decisions of the Debtor.
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Urban Heat Island
a built-up urban area that is hotter than nearby rural areas. The effects of Urban Heat Islands include increased peak-energy demand and air-conditioning costs; Air Pollution and GHG Emissions, heat-related illness and mortality; and water pollution.
Word of the Day®
Market Capitalization
a type of valuation for a company calculated by multiplying the company’s total shares outstanding by the market price of its shares.
Word of the Day®
In each episode of Connected With Latham, we discuss ideas, developments, and trends shaping the global economy.
May 01, 2024
5 Things to Know About EPA’s Final Power Plant GHG Emissions Rule
EPA’s action finalizes aggressive emission reduction targets for certain subcategories of fossil fuel-fired power plants, based on implementation of carbon capture and sequestration.
May 01, 2024
Russian Exclusive Jurisdiction Clauses Fail to Stop Aviation Insurance Litigation in England
The English High Court found that a current risk of unfair trial in Russia justified declining to enforce Russian exclusive jurisdiction clauses.
April 30, 2024
ISDA Future Leaders in Derivatives Publishes White Paper on Generative AI
The white paper examines how generative AI might shape the global derivatives markets, including new opportunities for industry stakeholders.
April 30, 2024
FCA Publishes Final Guidance on Its Anti-Greenwashing Rule
The final guidance clarifies the scope and application date of the rule, and answers questions around good practice and accessing third-party data.
April 29, 2024
SEHK Suspends Trading in Hong Kong Listed Company Pursuant to SFC’s Directions
The SFC exercises its powers to order the suspension of trading in shares in a listed company to protect investors’ interests.
April 22, 2024
SFO Announces Ambitious Five-Year Plan
The Serious Fraud Office’s strategy for 2024 to 2029 indicates aspiration to be a more effective agency and to incentivise personnel.
April 18, 2024
Ruling for SEC Clears Path for Continued Litigation in SEC v. Coinbase
The decision, which addresses a broad range of market activity by Coinbase relating to 13 third-party tokens, could have significant implications for market participants.
April 18, 2024
Healthcare and Life Sciences Trends and Developments Across MENA
The healthcare and life sciences ecosystem is witnessing significant growth in the Middle East as the GCC continues to seek economic diversification.