New York’s Prompt Pay Act, which sets the standards that govern private commercial construction contracts exceeding $150,000, was amended effective November 17, 2023. The Amendment known as Senate Bill 3539 provides two significant changes which advance the timing of payments from the owner to the contractor. First, Section 756-a now permits a contractor to submit
Five Eyes on Sanction Enforcement: Joint Guidance on Russia Sanctions Evasion From U.S. and Allies Identifies Detailed Expectations for Export Control Diligence in Sensitive Transactions
This week’s post was co-authored by Edward Heath and Kevin Daly. Attorneys Heath and Daly are members of Robinson+Cole’s Manufacturing Industry Team and regularly counsel clients on trade compliance, anti-corruption compliance, and other corporate compliance issues.
On September 26, 2023, U.S. export enforcement authorities, jointly with enforcement authorities in four allied countries (the Five…
Embracing Inclusivity in the Workplace This Holiday Season
This week’s post was co-authored by Robinson+Cole Labor and Employment Group lawyer Madison C. Picard
The end of the year is a great time for manufacturers to express gratitude for employees and their hard work during the year through holiday parties and events. While these gatherings can increase morale, camaraderie, and good-will in the workplace,…
10 Essential Strategies for Successful Information Governance and Data Retention for Executives
Information governance and data retention have been important topics in the corporate world for years. As an executive, it’s crucial to ensure effective management, storage, and secure disposal of your company’s data. Having well-defined information governance and data retention policies helps maintain compliance with legal requirements and safeguards against data breaches and cyber-attacks. In this…
FTC and CA AG Settle with DNA Testing Firm for Allegations of Misrepresentation
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the California Attorney General teamed up against California company CRI Genetics, LLC, filing a joint complaint against the company alleging that it engaged in deceptive practices when it “deceived consumers about the accuracy of its test reports compared with those of other DNA testing companies, falsely claimed to have…
EPA Seeks Public Comment on Environmental Justice Guidance
The EPA is seeking comments on a newly released, revised guidance document regarding the consideration of environmental justice (EJ) concerns in the rulemaking process. The guidance document updates a 2016 version and incorporates new scientific developments, other EPA guidance, and new priorities and policies.
The guidance document sets forth both analytical expectations for an EJ…
Privacy Tip #381 – Research Risks of Smart Toys This Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us, including “cyber week” filled with deals for shopping for the holidays. The U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) is warning shoppers about smart toys this holiday season. In its article, “Consumer watchdog: ‘Smart toys’ put kids’ privacy at risk,” PIRG outlines the privacy risks associated with smart toys. The…
FTC and CPPA Release Rules to Address AI Risks and Protect Consumer Rights
The rise of AI technology has prompted regulatory agencies to take action and protect consumers’ rights, as evidenced by the recent efforts of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA).
On November 16, 2023, the FTC approved a resolution that authorizes its staff to issue civil investigative demands (CIDs) in…
CISA Issues Mitigation Guide for Healthcare + Public Health Sector
On November 17, 2023, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a supplemental mitigation guide for the healthcare and public health sector to the Cyber Risk Summary for those sectors published on July 19, 2023.
“This guide provides defensive mitigation strategy recommendations and best practices to combat pervasive cyber threats affecting this critical infrastructure…
Iranian-Linked Hackers Attack Water Facility in Pennsylvania
It is being reported that U.S. officials are investigating an attack by hackers “linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), also known as the “Cyber Av3ngers,” that allowed them to gain control of a device at the Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa, PA. The water authority has stated that once the intrusion was detected,…