Q: I work for a corporation. Is my conversation with its attorney privileged? A: It might depend on what you are talking about. Important to keep in mind is that
Know the Law: Privileged Communications with Corporate Counsel
The Corporate Transparency Act
A replay of the Corporate Transparency Act webinar from February 16, 2023 with Patrick Closson and Tony Delyani.
McDonald’s Complaints Serve up Some Workplace Legal Lessons for all Employers
Businesses are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and harassment-free work environment for their employees. A business’s failure to promptly and thoroughly respond to allegations of sexual harassment may
What Non-Tax Lawyers Should Know About LLC Tax
It is critical that individuals who are forming New Hampshire LLCs, whether these are single-member or multimember LLCs, be aware of the federal and New Hampshire tax issues relevant to
Life Insurance as a Funding Mechanism for Deferred Compensation Plans: Tax Traps for the Unwary
Business owners frequently use nonqualified deferred compensation (“NQDC”) plans to attract, retain and incentivize key employees. An NQDC plan, unlike a 401(k) plan or other qualified plan, cannot be funded
A Bid to Improve New Hampshire’s Energy Infrastructure Siting Process
In 2021, the New Hampshire Legislature established a committee to study necessary revisions to the Site Evaluation Committee (“SEC”), including whether the statutory purpose and original intent for the SEC
Know the Law: Shared Driveway Easement
Q: I purchased a property with a shared driveway easement with my neighbor. What is an easement and how do I allocate costs of maintaining and repairing the driveway with
Maximizing the Effectiveness and Impact of Employee Interviews
The employee interview process is a critical component of building and shaping workplace culture. Not only is it a chance to learn more about candidates and to determine their fit
If the Real Estate Market Returns to Normal, What Do We Need to Relearn?
The last 24 to 30 months were a strange time to buy and sell real estate, both commercial and residential. Numerous factors contributed to that, particularly pandemic conditions and incredibly
Two New Pregnancy Laws for 2023
According to the United States Department of Labor, women make up nearly 50% of our workforce, and 85% of working women will become mothers during their careers. In a country
2023 Futurecast: M&A Strategies During Economic Slowdown
Middle market merger and acquisition (M&A) deal volume reached record high levels during the past couple of years. However, economists and media sources are forecasting economic slowdown and a potential
Class Action Suit Against DraftKings for Suspended Bills-Bengals Game
Online sports betting in Massachusetts is set to launch in the first quarter of 2023. As excitement continues to build around the rollout of online sports betting in Massachusetts, consumers,
Law in the Marketplace: The fine art of negotiation
Indispensable to the competence of lawyers in most or all fields of law — and certainly in my own field of LLC law and tax — is expertise in negotiating
Registration Period Announced For the H-1B Visa to Retain Foreign National Employees
If you have a foreign national employee who is authorized to work for you pursuant to Optional Practical Training (OPT) or STEM OPT, now is the time to think about
Potential Changes Coming to Florida’s Name, Image, and Likeness Law
Last week, my colleague Kyle J. Scandore wrote about potential issues with Jaden Rashada requesting to be released from his letter of intent with the University of Florida as a
Employment Agreements: Considerations for Independent Schools During the Hiring Season
Brian B. Garrett, Linda S. Johnson, and Vineesha S. Sow discuss the process of updating faculty and staff employment agreements, including guidance on what language is essential for this annual