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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are various implications for those already in Canada, as well as those looking to travel to, or return to Canada, from abroad. Travel restrictions currently in place will particularly impact foreign nationals who may wish to enter Canada for work or similar purposes. This publication by ALFA International member firm, Stewart McKelvey, provides an overview aimed to inform employers of current travel restrictions and other related immigration issues that pertain to foreign workers attempting to enter Canada. Last updated on February 25, 2021.

The ALFA International Global Legal Network collaborated to rise above the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world shut down normal operations, ALFA International listened to what members and clients had to say about how the network could add value during this unprecedented time and then took action. ALFA International worked diligently in 2020 to preserve the collaboration, community and connection amongst members and clients, which are the cornerstones of the ALFA International network. Through it all, ALFA International proved WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER!

Kochhar & Co. recently announced that the Firm represented PMI Electro Mobility (PMI), a leading manufacturer, technology incubator and developer of 'zero emission' commercial vehicles in India, on its INR 4 billion investment from GreenCell Mobility (GCM) an electric mobility-as-a-service (eMaaS) platform promoted by EverSource Capital.

Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A., announced that Christopher M. Nigro and Mark A. Wilson have been named partners of the firm. The firm's press release shares Christopher and Mark's areas of practice.

Buren discusses some of the most salient points of interest for European targets with UK business activities and / or a UK buyer.

Many employers are seeking ways to encourage their employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19. For those wishing to stop short of making it mandatory, incentivizing voluntary vaccination is an option, but one that comes with its own set of potential legal pitfalls employers should be aware of. Last week, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) proposed a new rule, replacing a previous final rule invalidated in federal court, which regulates how employers can use incentives to encourage employee participation in wellness programs that involve the disclosure of medical information. While COVID-19 and vaccination programs aren’t explicitly mentioned in the proposed rule change, it may have an impact on the approach employers choose to take. Nilan Johnson Lewis' article provides an overview of what employers should consider following if developing plans to incentivize voluntary COVID-19 vaccination. The rule will be open for public comment until early March.

Christopher G. Keim, Managing Partner of ALFA International Member Firm, Frantz Ward LLP, has been named to Cleveland Magazine’s inaugural Cleveland 500, a list of the most powerful and influential leaders in its community.

The Spanish Government approved the Royal Decree-Law 38/2020 adopting measures to adapt the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the status of third country following the end of the transitional period provided for in the Agreement on its withdrawal from the European Union. Buigas summarizes the main measures in relation to employment.

KMK Law's article gives an overview of new Interim Final Rules issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Treasury Department in connection with the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act (Economic Aid Act), which extended and increased funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The rules were divided into two parts – one addressing the new round of funding for first time borrowers (“Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program as Amended by Economic Aid Act”) and one addressing second draw loans for certain existing PPP borrowers (“Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program Second Draw Loans”).

BUREN wrote an article about the influence of the corona crisis on pending, done and future M&A transactions. BUREN’s M&A specialists recently updated the practical checklist they prepared earlier. This checklist focuses on M&A aspects to be taken into account during the Corona-crisis.

The General State Budget for 2021 was published in the Spanish Official Gazette (BOE), by which important tax measures that generally came into force last January were introduced. Buigas highlights the most relevant measures for taxes.

Risk managers, claims professionals and attorneys provide information and interact with claimants and others in the field on a daily basis. The goal is to convince someone else to respond in some desired fashion. Despite the fact that these activities take place in an often adversarial and sometimes contentious setting, ethical behavior must be a part of this process. Navigating these potential pitfalls while also resolving claims and limiting exposure are critical skillsets. This article, written by ALFA International attorneys, Dean M. Arruebarrena from Leake & Andersson LLP and Benjamin Jones from Lewis Thomason, will address numerous issues in these processes and suggest the means and methods of ensuring compliance with sound ethical practices.