PLI Press is proud to announce the publication of the new editions of the three books in the SEC Compliance and Disclosure Series.

The titles in the series are step-by-step guides delivering clear explanations, comprehensive information, and essential practice tips.

Master the 8-K offers updated direction on filing the SEC’s Current Report on Form 8-K. Master the 10-K and 10-Q gives instructions and analysis to ensure accurate and timely filings. Master the Proxy Statement advises companies on year-end disclosures and preparing proxy materials. The series includes sample language, detailed appendices, key regulations, and related forms and checklists.

Some of the highlights from the recently published editions include:

• The latest guidance alerting users to the potential upcoming new Form 8-K Item for “cyberse­curity incidents” (see Master the 8-K Introduction and Item 1.05);
• Discussion of the revisions to the redaction process relating to confidential information in exhibits that removed the old “competitive harm” requirement (see Master the 8-K §GP:8);
• Instruction to users about potential Form 8-K disclosure revisions that could result from the Commission’s proposed amendments relative to SPACs and “de-SPAC” transactions (see Master the 8-K Item 2.01);
• Explanation of the new requirement to soon submit (on EDGAR) the “glossy” annual report to shareholders required by Rule 14a-3(b) (see Master the 10-K and 10-Q §GP:5.2);
• Notification on the addition of Item 9C to Form 10-K—“Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections” (see Master the 10-K and 10-Q §GP:2 and §3:9);
• Communication about the adoption of rules allowing for electronic signatures on SEC filings (see Master the 10-K and 10-Q §GP3:3)
• Announcement of changes to the rules regarding the furnishing of proxy voting advice (see Master the Proxy Statement General Principles and Appendix 1);
• Information about the universal proxy rule, which is now effective for contested director elec­tions taking place after August 31, 2022 (see Master the Proxy Statement §21:1);
• The new exhibit requirement when a fee is required in connection with fil­ing proxy materials (see Master the Proxy Statement §GP2:2).

Order print copies of Master the 8-K, Master the 10-K and 10Q, and Master the Proxy Statement today. 

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