Privacy
Privacy Shield Invalidated – The Battle for Adequate Data Protection Between the US and EU Continues
In July, the Court of Justice for the European Union found that the EU-US Privacy Shield, which protects the data
04/09/2020
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Brexit – Data Protection Changes Following the UK-EU Transition Period – Here’s What You Should Know
This note explains key changes that will be made to UK data protection legislation at the end of the UK-EU
26/08/2020
COVID-19
Liability Shields for Universities During COVID-19
We have written many pieces outlining the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on nearly every aspect of life over
24/08/2020
Competition
Is the Consumer IoT Market Anti-Competitive? The European Commission Launches an Inquiry
On 16 July 2020, the European Commission (“Commission”) announced that it has, under Article 17 of Regulation 1/2003, launched a
28/07/2020
COVID-19
The UK Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act – A Closer Look at Commercial Supply Contracts
As the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act (CIGA), which we have published numerous articles on, has now come into force,
22/07/2020
COVID-19
A Sharp Rise in Settlement Agreements as Employers Face Tough Decisions on Workforce Reductions due to COVID-19
With the UK Government announcing further relaxation of lockdown rules, individuals, businesses, and employers are attempting to adapt to new
15/07/2020
M&A
WEBINAR PLAYBACK Preparing for Exit – Buying British
On 9 July, Rooney Nimmo founding partner, John Nimmo hosted a conversation with Paul Tselentis, CEO of 24Haymarket, and Douglas Lawson,
13/07/2020
COVID-19
New ICO Guidance On UK Return To Work Data Protection Procedures
The business world is being forced to adapt to new ways of working. Considerations that were not previously as high-risk
10/07/2020
COVID-19
Paycheck Protection Program Update: Deadline for Loan Applications is June 30, 2020
The US Small Business Administration (SBA) amended a number of key requirements of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), but the
23/06/2020
COVID-19
New US Presidential Proclamation Temporarily Suspends Major Nonimmigrant Visa Categories
On June 23, 2020, President Trump signed a “Proclamation Suspending Entry of Aliens Who Present a Risk to the U.S.
23/06/2020
COVID-19
UPDATE – The UK Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) – The Flexible Furlough Scheme
In accordance with the recent announcement from the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, from 1 July 2020, businesses will have the flexibility
16/06/2020
COVID-19
Putting Your Employees to the Test: What you should know before implementing employee testing for COVID-19
This is the information we have as of June 9, 2020. We will endeavor to send updates as further state
09/06/2020
COVID-19
The Failing Firm Defence: UK Competition Assessments of M&A During Covid-19
Why Deliveroo was considered a ‘failing firm’ in the transaction with Amazon and what it means for UK M&A opportunities.
09/06/2020
COVID-19
WEBINAR PLAYBACK – Preparing For The New Normal
Click here to watch the video recording of the webinar. The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered businesses and disrupted lives across
02/06/2020
COVID-19
All New York State Courts to Start Accepting New ‘Non-Essential’ Lawsuits From Memorial Day
New York State courts are moving a critical step closer to reopening on May 25, 2020, despite only seven of
24/05/2020
COVID-19
UPDATE: COVID-19 Implications on US Immigration and Visa Processing
Please note this memo was issued on May 22, 2020, and guidance may have changed by the time you read
22/05/2020
COVID-19
How to Manage Employee Discipline and Grievance Procedures During COVID-19
The Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service (ACAS) in the UK has provided specific guidance on conducting disciplinary and grievance procedures
22/05/2020
COVID-19
WEBINAR: GETTING BACK TO WORK: Considerations for Businesses Post-COVID Mandatory Shutdown
WEBINAR: Thursday, May 28th at 12pm EDT. Click here to register The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered businesses and disrupted lives
19/05/2020
COVID-19
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Update: New Good-Faith Certification on the Need for SBA Loan
Repayment Deadline is Monday (May 18, 2020) The US Department of Treasury updated its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document, which
14/05/2020
COVID-19
UPDATE: Expenses Paid with Forgiven PPP Loan Funds are not Tax Deductible
If you have received a loan as part of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), you may be confused by the
02/05/2020
COVID-19
SECOND STIMULUS – The US Government Tops Up Stimulus Programs for Small Businesses
The $484 billion interim emergency bill passed by the US House and Senate includes expanded funding for small businesses and
24/04/2020
COVID-19
CARES Act – Streamlined Bankruptcy Protection for Small Businesses
The economic conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic are wreaking havoc on businesses everywhere. In an effort to help small
22/04/2020
COVID-19
The UK Government Launches Future Fund to Support Start-Ups Impacted by the COVID-19 Disruption – Here are the Details
The UK Government has announced a new scheme to issue convertible loans to innovative companies that are facing financing difficulties
21/04/2020
COVID-19
Calculating US Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness – What’s Required?
While we wait for the decision from the US government on the future of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), for those
20/04/2020
COVID-19
Paycheck Protection Program Runs Out of Money – What Happens Now?
The US Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that they are unable to accept any new applications for the Paycheck
16/04/2020
COVID-19
UPDATE: UK Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – What the Changes Mean for Employers and Employees
This is the information we have as of 17 April 2020 and is our interpretation of the newly issued Direction
16/04/2020
COVID-19
Venture or Private Equity Backed Start-Ups – Don’t Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program Until You Fix Your Affiliation Issues
This is the information we have as of April 13, 2020 and is our interpretation of the rules for applying
13/04/2020
COVID-19
INFORMATION UPDATE: Forgivable US Government Loans for Small Businesses
Last updated April 9, 2020. On Friday, March 27, 2020, President Trump signed the historic $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
09/04/2020
COVID-19
Coronavirus – Force Majeure or Frustration
As the impact of COVID-19 grows, it is becoming increasingly apparent that supply chains are being significantly impacted. Businesses are
08/04/2020
COVID-19
Now Would Be a Good Time to Update Your Illness and Injury Prevention Programs
By Sean Hogle, Partner, Rooney Nimmo San Francisco As in many other jurisdictions in the US and abroad, all employers
07/04/2020
