SEC Adopts Amendments to Whistleblower Award Program
On September 23, 2020, the SEC adopted amendments to the rules governing its whistleblower award program.
SEC Adopts Amendments to Shareholder Proposal Rule
On September 23, 2020, the SEC adopted amendments to Exchange Act Rule 14a-8, the rule that governs the process for shareholder proposals to be included in a company’s proxy statement.
SEC Proposes Conditional Exemption for ‘Finders’ Assisting with Capital Raising
On October 7, 2020, the SEC proposed a conditional exemption from the broker registration requirements of Section 15(a) of the Exchange Act for “finders” who assist issuers with raising capital in private markets from accredited investors.
SEC Adopts Amendments to “Accredited Investor” Definition
On August 26, 2020, the SEC adopted amendments to the definition of “accredited investor” in Rule 501(a) of Regulation D, expanding the pool of investors who may participate in private securities offerings.
SEC Adopts Amendments to Regulation S-K to Modernize Disclosures of Business, Legal Proceedings and Risk Factors
On August 26, 2020, the SEC adopted amendments to modernize the description of business (Item 101), legal proceedings (Item 103) and risk factor disclosures (Item 105) that registrants are required to make pursuant to Regulation S-K.
SEC Adopts Amendments to Proxy Solicitation Rules
On July 22, 2020, the SEC adopted amendments to the rules governing proxy solicitations.
What Would a Democratic Victory in November Mean for the SEC? Dissenting Commissioner Statements Offer Glimpse into Potential Priorities
The upcoming presidential election could effectively transfer control of the SEC to the Democratic party, meaning that views currently held by a minority of the SEC’s five Commissioners could soon gain majority status. Statements issued by Democratic Commissioners Allison Herren Lee and Caroline Crenshaw dissenting against recent SEC rule amendments offer a glimpse into the potential priorities of a Democratic-led SEC.
SEC Extends Relaxation of Certain Crowdfunding Rules through February 28, 2021; Updated Fees for SEC Filers
On August 28, 2020, the SEC adopted temporary final rules extending the effectiveness of previously-adopted temporary relief from certain requirements of Regulation Crowdfunding to facilitate capital formation for small businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Reps and Warranties Insurance in Bankruptcy and Insolvency
Reps and warranties insurance, which has become common in conventional M&A transactions, is now being marketed for use in distressed transactions, including 363 bankruptcy sales. How will that work and can it help facilitate a more robust and competitive sale process?
COVID-19 Job Losses and the Importance of the Updated Minnesota Exemptions
Minnesota exemptions were recently updated, increasing the amount of assets that individuals may protect.
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