Q: Is my Massachusetts real estate subject to Massachusetts estate tax even if I am not a Massachusetts resident? Many out-of-state residents own real estate in Massachusetts such as a
Businesses commonly embed in their websites certain tracking technologies, like Meta Pixel, Google Analytics, or LinkedIn Insight. These plugins analyze website visitor activities and facilitate advertising for the business on
As of October 1, the federal government has entered a shutdown, which could significantly affect immigration-related processes. While U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is largely fee-funded and will continue
On September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, effective from 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025. This fee
Q: I am planning to buy a rental property with a business partner, and have heard that forming an LLC to hold the real estate might be beneficial. What are
In 2025, the New Hampshire Legislature and Governor Ayotte enacted a series of bills charting a new course for State energy policy. Among those bills, House Bill 504 revised the
Automation pervades all business operations, including human resources. Artificial intelligence and automated decision-making (ADS) can be valuable tools for HR professionals, and should be an integral aspect of the HR
On July 4th of this year, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1 119th Congress) (“OBBBA”). Among its many tax and spending provisions, the
Employers are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence and automated decision-making (ADS) tools for human resources functions. They are valuable tools for HR professionals, and should be an integral aspect of the
Q: How important is a Letter of Intent? A: In the world of business negotiations, the Letter of Intent (LOI) has emerged as a vital tool for laying the groundwork
Massachusetts aggressively pursues tax revenue from its former residents. As high-net-worth residents seek refuge in tax-friendly states like New Hampshire and Florida, they should consider carefully whether Massachusetts might attempt
With the amount of mobility in the current labor market, restrictive covenants in employment agreements are arguably more important than ever. Restrictive covenants are intended to protect businesses’ legitimate interests
Most businesses use tracking technologies on their websites, like Meta Pixel, Google Analytics, or LinkedIn Insight. These plugins help analyze visitor activity and facilitate advertising on social media sites and
Any industrial factory or storage facility handling ignitable or otherwise hazardous materials should be aware of the Massachusetts Fire Code, which governs the storage, use, manufacture, sale, handling, and transportation
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are a new form of organization where the governance is facilitated by software protocols. DAOs are frequently employed as a vehicle to manage digital assets and
Effective January 1, 2026, a new law in New Hampshire expands unpaid leave rights for employees to attend medical appointments related to childbirth, postpartum care, and infant pediatric needs. Enacted