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Courtney Gabbara Agrusa

[Webinar] 2024 Labor & Employment Law Virtual Update - September 18th, 8:30 am - 11:00 am ET

It has been a particularly busy year on the labor and employment law front. To learn more about the major challenges employers face and developments your organization needs to address before year's end, we encourage you to…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Arbitration, Artificial Intelligence, Audio Recording, Best Practices

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Andrea Badalucco

How to Protect Your Business When the Marriage Fails

Complicated divorces are less than ideal. A business in the mix invites potential complications. A family-owned small business that is part of one spouse’s family fabric may even serve as revenue for more than just the…more

Divorce, Marital Assets, Marriage, Prenuptial Agreements, Spouses

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Alicia Birach

[Hybrid Event] What Employers Need to Prepare for in 2023 - October 12th, 9:00 am - 11:30 am ET

There is a lot that employers need to prepare and plan for in 2023. Join us at our Fall 2022 Labor & Employment Law Update which will discuss major issues and developments that your company needs to address now..…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Diversity, Employee Retention, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies

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Michael Blum

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Karl Butterer

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Michael Cassar

Michigan Supreme Court Revisits Mental Disability Standard

In a July 28, 2023 decision, the Michigan Supreme Court revisited the criteria for compensability under the Michigan Workers’ Compensation Disability Act (WCDA) in cases involving mental disabilities arising from workplace…more

Appeals, Compensation, Disability Benefits, MI Supreme Court, PTSD

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Bryan Cermak

[Webinar] Best Practices to Avoid Legal Consequences for Parents & College Bound Students - July 10th, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EST

If your 18-year-old is badly injured in a car accident, unless the child signed a durable power of attorney and HIPAA authorization, you cannot access their medical information, even in an emergency. If your student has a…more

Colleges, Defense Strategies, Educational Institutions, Students, Title IX

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Anthony Dalimonte

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Jonathan David

Legal-Ease: What Happens When You Are Sole Beneficiary of a Trust?

Dear Jonathan: My mother, who recently passed away, prepared a trust naming me as her sole beneficiary. She intentionally disinherited my brother due to a falling out they had years ago. Although he knows that he has been…more

Beneficiaries, Disinherit, Gift Tax, Irrevocable Trusts, IRS

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Amanda Dernovshek

Is it Time to Update and Restate Your Summary Plan Description?

A Summary Plan Description, often referred to as an “SPD”, is a document intended to clearly describe and explain the important provisions of an employee benefit plan. The SPD must be written in such a way that the average…more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, Employee Benefits, Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Retirement Plan, Summary Plan Description

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Jackie Dupler

How to Protect Your Business When the Marriage Fails

Complicated divorces are less than ideal. A business in the mix invites potential complications. A family-owned small business that is part of one spouse’s family fabric may even serve as revenue for more than just the…more

Divorce, Marital Assets, Marriage, Prenuptial Agreements, Spouses

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Matthew Fedor

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Julie Fershtman

Review Your Liability Insurance on Insurance Awareness Day

June 28th is National Insurance Awareness Day. Certainly, people in the equine industry may be aware that they have liability insurance, but they sometimes forget to assess whether they have the right insurance. National…more

Insurance Industry, Liability Insurance, Policy Terms

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Taylor A. Gast

AI Legal Issues That Can Impact Your Business

Many businesses are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in a variety of innovative ways to improve productivity and to save time and money. According to a 2023 Forbes article, 1 in 3 businesses plan to use ChatGPT to write…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automation Systems, Bots, Business Development, Business Strategies

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Julie LaVille Hamlet

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Clifford Hammond

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Robert Hamor

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Scott Hogan

The Impact of Michigan’s Uniform Assignment of Rents Act on Tenants’ Rights

Taking effect on September 22, 2022, the Michigan Uniform Assignment of Rents Act (MUARA) will impact tenants’ rights in situations where landlords default on their loans. This Act also strengthens lenders’ rights, under certain…more

Landlords, Rent, Rental Property, Tenants

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Mindi Johnson

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Dina Kashat

Michigan Supreme Court Revisits Mental Disability Standard

In a July 28, 2023 decision, the Michigan Supreme Court revisited the criteria for compensability under the Michigan Workers’ Compensation Disability Act (WCDA) in cases involving mental disabilities arising from workplace…more

Appeals, Compensation, Disability Benefits, MI Supreme Court, PTSD

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Michael Kluck

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Mark Koerner

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Gabrielle Lawrence

[Webinar] Back to School: Balancing Careers, Schedules and Divorce - August 7th, 9:00 am - 9:30 am EST

Well, it was great while it lasted. The summer is already drawing towards its epic conclusion and if you are a parent, you know what that means...getting your kids ready to go back to school…more

Adult Children, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Estate Planning, Parenting Plans

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Ray Littleton

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Lindsey Mead

Can AI-Generated Works be Copyrighted?

With the influx of generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools and applications becoming readily available online, it is increasingly important to assess whether AI-generated works can obtain intellectual property…more

Artificial Intelligence, Copyright, Copyright Litigation, Copyright Office, Intellectual Property Protection

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Paul Millenbach

[Webinar] Best Practices to Avoid Legal Consequences for Parents & College Bound Students - July 10th, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EST

If your 18-year-old is badly injured in a car accident, unless the child signed a durable power of attorney and HIPAA authorization, you cannot access their medical information, even in an emergency. If your student has a…more

Colleges, Defense Strategies, Educational Institutions, Students, Title IX

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Mikhail Murshak

Under the Bridge | The Rise of Copyright Trolls in the Intellectual Property Space

Through tactical litigation practices, copyright trolls rely on copyright law to allege infringement and threaten major statutory damages upon unsuspecting defendants. The term “copyright troll” is an unflattering nickname for…more

Copyright, Copyright Infringement, Intellectual Property Protection, Licenses, Public Domain

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Nicholas Oertel

Key Considerations on How to Sell Your Business

No matter the reason, when selling a business, it is important that the business owner and advisors understand the broader reasons for the sale to ensure that the deal is structured to achieve the seller's goals…more

Buyers, Due Diligence, Sellers, Selling a Business

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Mallory Reader

[Webinar] What Can My Business Contribute to a Campaign? - March 5th, 9:00 am - 9:30 am EST

Back for its third year, Foster Swift Collins & Smith’s “Legal Strategies for Women Leaders” webinar series is a program crafted to help women business leaders stay abreast of new laws, regulations and other beneficial…more

Campaign Contributions, Campaign Finance Reform, Contribution Limits, Donations, New Legislation

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Alexander Rusek

[Webinar] Best Practices to Avoid Legal Consequences for Parents & College Bound Students - July 10th, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EST

If your 18-year-old is badly injured in a car accident, unless the child signed a durable power of attorney and HIPAA authorization, you cannot access their medical information, even in an emergency. If your student has a…more

Colleges, Defense Strategies, Educational Institutions, Students, Title IX

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Nicholas Stock II

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Deanna Swisher

Should Your Business Sign SBA Form 601 Requiring Non-Discriminatory Hiring Practices?

In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson issued Executive Order 11246 requiring all contractors and sub-contractors working on a project financed by more than $10,000 of federal funding (including Small Business Administration (SBA)…more

Affirmative Action, Borrowers, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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Jennifer Van Regenmorter

Update to CMS Guidance on Shared Health Care Facilities

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have recently released updated guidance regarding hospital co-locations arrangements. After nearly two years of deliberations and revisions, the final Guidance for Hospital…more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities, Hospitals

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Michael Zahrt

Business Owners: How to Avoid Additional Estate Taxes after Connelly v. Commissioner

In early June, the Supreme Court issued an opinion that clarifies how company-owned life insurance impacts the value of the company for estate tax purposes. As a business owner, you may need to re-evaluate the use of those…more

Audits, Business Ownership, Estate Tax, IRS, Life Insurance

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