You may have noticed in the past few days that we’ve changed things a little bit. In addition to updating the layout, we’ve also changed the name from the TelecomLaw Monitor to the CommLaw Monitor.
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The Wireline Competition Bureau recently released a draft Eligible Services List (“ESL”) for FY 2015 funding requests for schools and libraries under the E-rate program, and is seeking comment on the draft list for funding year 2015. Implementing the new E-rate rules, the ESL outlines the category one and two services that will qualify
With new access charge obligations for interconnected VoIP, new contribution obligations for non-interconnected VoIP, and possible outage reporting requirements, 2012 is shaping up as a year of changes for VoIP providers. Another possible change may be in store for how VoIP providers obtain access to telephone numbers.
Since 2005, various petitions have been pending seeking a waiver of FCC
In late May, the Voice on the Net Coalition ("VON") held a series of meetings with FCC Commissioner’s offices concerning VoIP regulations. The Coalition discussed topics affecting 21 pending FCC dockets, and, according to the summary of the meetings, "expressed concern that additional regulation of the IP communications industry could deter investment and innovation …"
We are pleased to announce that Kelley Drye is expanding its national presence by merging with White O’Connor Fink & Brenner LLP, a highly respected Los Angeles litigation firm best known for its success in complex business and entertainment industry litigation.
This merger returns Kelley Drye to California and adds a significant new expertise in
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We are pleased to welcome Bill Hunt to our Telecom Practice Group. Bill, who most recently worked as Vice President at Level 3, joins us in our Chicago office. You may read our press release here.
Kelley Drye wishes you a wonderful holiday season and a very Happy New Year.
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