The Deal Video: Pepper Hamilton's Ed Dartley Talks Valuations
The Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) recently proposed temporary rules that would permit companies to offer equity compensation to “platform workers” who provide services available through the company’s...more
The SEC recently voted to approve proposed amendments to Rule 701 and Form S-8 governing the offer or sale of securities to employees through compensation programs. The proposed amendments provide for a temporary, five-year...more
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued Release No. 33-10891 proposing amendments to Securities Act Rule 701, which provides an exemption from registration for the issuance of compensatory securities by private...more
Private companies in the gig economy like Uber, Airbnb and GrubHub would love to issue compensatory equity to their platform participants, just like they’re able to do with their employees. ...more