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American University Washington College of Law Wins 10th Annual 2024 Estrella Trial Advocacy Competition (ETAC)

San Juan, Puerto Rico – Estrella LLC is thrilled to announce the winner of the 10th Annual Estrella Trial Advocacy Competition (ETAC) this past weekend in Puerto Rico. 🏆 American University Washington College of Law 🏆 Congratulations to the American University Washington College of Law team! After two days of intense competition, their exceptional skills, preparation

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ALL Global Doing Business Guide 2024

As a member of the Alianza Legal De Firmas de Abogados (ALL) network, Estrella is honored to participate in the publication of the ALL DOING BUSINESS Guide 2024 for the Puerto Rico market. This guide provides entrepreneurs, investors, diplomatic missions, as well as trade agencies, with commercial, corporate, labor and immigration information corresponding to the

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L&E Legal Alert – Emergency Dengue Fever Leave Provisions Effective Immediately in Puerto Rico

On March 25, 2024, the Department of Health of Puerto Rico issued Administrative Order 2024-589 (“AO 2024-589”) to declare a public health emergency for Dengue Fever in Puerto Rico due to a significant increase in reported cases. OA 2024-589 is effective immediately and will be in effect for ninety (90) days. The purpose of OA

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L&E Legal Alert – New FLSA Rule – Employee or Independent Contractor Classification

New FLSA Final Rule – Employee or Independent Contractor Classification   On March 11, 2024, the new rule related to the Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will go into effect.   This rule will apply to those enterprises and/or individuals covered by the FLSA. In order to be covered the employer

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