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H-1B Registration Period Beginning March 6, 2024
Employers take note that the H-1B lottery for fiscal year (FY) 2025 will take place in just a few weeks. The H-1B is a work-based visa that allows foreign nationals
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It has been a whirlwind the last several weeks in the student-athlete Name, Image and Likeness (“NIL”) world. On January 11, 2024, the NCAA imposed sanctions for NIL recruiting violations
Universal Name, Image, and Likeness
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Know the Law: Your Estate Planning Team
Q: How do I decide whom to appoint in the various roles as part of my basic estate plan? A: For individuals and couples who are new to the estate planning
Affordable Housing Investment Incentives
Demand for affordable housing continues to surge in New England. Not surprisingly, the number of affordable housing projects has also seen a significant uptick in recent years. These projects are
Understanding the New 2024 DOL Independent Contractor Rule
On January 10, 2024, the United States Department of Labor (US DOL) published its new final rule regarding the classification of independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).