Posted on 2/23/17
The Weekly Scenario: Special Needs Trust
Question: How can I be sure my child will be secure that her needs are taken care of once others assume the role of guardian and/or . . .
Posted on 2/22/17
Biz Tek Today: “Sweat Equity”
The article below on changing the mindset from employee to owner got me thinking about recent situations with employees and equity. Many employees use the term . . .
Posted on 2/22/17
Jones Day Adds Partner Laura Bader to Chicago
The global law firm Jones Day has announced that Laura Bader has joined the Firm's Chicago Office as a
Posted on 2/22/17
Private Equity Lawyer Jeff Legault Joins DLA Piper in New York
DLA Piper announced today that Jeff Legault has joined the firm’s Corporate practice as a partner in New York.
Posted on 2/21/17
M & A Nuggets: Lease Matters
If you are purchasing a business and the seller is a tenant under a real estate lease, there are several matters to be dealt with well . . .
Posted on 2/21/17
Causes for Divorce
Divorce can feel like you’re giving up on your marriage and your family. You may be left wondering if you can make it without your spouse. . . .
Posted on 2/21/17
Buying An Existing Franchise Versus A New Franchise: A Franchise Lawyer’s Perspective
As the number of franchised stores continues to grow, the opportunities to purchase an existing franchise are increasing exponentially. However, purchasing an existing franchise brings with . . .
Posted on 2/17/17
Are Multi-generational Family Businesses Primed for Greater Success or Failure?
The Freakonomics Podcast Offers Arguments for and Against “Scionology”America’s oldest brewery is a family business. Up until 2008, so was the world’s largest brewery.It isn’t just . . .
Posted on 2/17/17
Compensation and Compliance Matters: Read Between the CFPB’s Lines for Marketing Services Guidance
Recently, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fined Prospect Mortgage for violations of Section 8 of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. The initial reaction by many . . .
Posted on 2/17/17
Fordham Law’s Nitza Milagros Escalera Receives 2017 Insight Into Diversity Magazine Giving Back Award
Nitza Milagros Escalera, the dean of diversity initiatives at Fordham Law School, has received the 2017
Posted on 2/16/17
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Presidential Product Names Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Presidential Product Names EditionCan you match the U.S. President to these famous brands?Start QuizIf you have any questions regarding the . . .
Posted on 2/17/17
Christen L. Rafuse Joins Riker Danzig as an Associate
Morristown-based law firm Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti LLP is pleased to welcome Christen L. Rafuse, who has joined the firm’s Insurance Litigation Group. Rafuse . . .
Posted on 2/15/17
Telebriefs: Can Employers Ask Job Applicants to Disclose Prior Salary History?
On January 23rd, Philadelphia became the first city in the United States to ban employers from asking job applicants to disclose their prior salary history. Similar . . .
Posted on 2/15/17
Five Key Construction Contract Clauses
As a construction lawyer, a big part of my practice is reviewing, negotiating, and litigating over the terms of construction contracts. Over time, patterns start to . . .
Posted on 2/15/17
Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. Expands With Three New Attorneys
The law firm of Rosenberg & Estis, P.C., New York City’s largest real estate law firm, announced that Daniel Bernstein
Posted on 2/15/17
Fish & Richardson Named #1 PTAB Law Firm in the U.S. for 2016 by Managing Intellectual Property Magazine
Fish & Richardson is the #1 law firm at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) for 2016 according
Posted on 2/14/17
M & A Nuggets: Sale to a Public Company
If you are selling your business to a publicly traded company and part of the purchase price will be shares of stock in the purchaser, you . . .
Posted on 2/14/17
Immigration Law Updates – Travel Ban Updates and ICE Raids
On Thursday, February 9th, a three judge motions panel for the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the decision of the US District Court for the . . .
Posted on 2/14/17
Von E. Sanborn Joins Day Pitney as Partner
Day Pitney announced today that international tax attorney, Von E. Sanborn, has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate and Business Law department as . . .
Posted on 2/14/17
Jones Day is the #1 Law Firm Brand
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the first time since the Acritas U.S. Law Firm Brand Index launched in 2012, a new firm takes top billing as the strongest . . .
Posted on 2/13/17
Read | Delete: The Bicycle’s 200 Years
The humble bicycle, which marks its 200th anniversary this year, owes its birth to the gigantic eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Tambora in 1815. The debris launched . . .
Posted on 2/13/17
Deepak Reddy Joins Winston & Strawn as Partner
Deepak Reddy has joined Winston & Strawn LLP as a partner in the firm’s Transportation Finance Practice of the
Posted on 2/13/17
Tarter Krinsky & Drogin Promotes Three Lawyers
Tarter Krinsky & Drogin is pleased to announce the promotions of three lawyers, two to partner and one to counsel.“We are pleased to welcome such an . . .
Posted on 2/10/17
The Weekly Scenario: Charitable Contributions from an IRA
Question: Is there a way to make charitable contributions directly from my IRA?Answer: Yes, the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015 that went into . . .
Posted on 2/9/17
Trademarks: Are They Worth Registering?
Businesses often use trademarks or service marks to market products or services that they offer, investing thousands of dollars in artwork and advertising in the process. . . .
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