Q: I haven’t looked at my estate planning for a long time. I’ve heard about the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Does it affect my estate planning? A
Know the Law: Does the One Big Beautiful Act Affect My Estate Planning
FTC Officially Abandons Prior Non-Compete Rule, But Its Work on This Issue Isn’t Over Yet
In September 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) officially abandoned its bid to uphold and enforce its prior rule that banned non-compete clauses in employment agreements under most circumstances, while
Know the Law: Medical Conditions Approved for Cannabis Use
Q: What medical conditions permit the use of therapeutic cannabis in New Hampshire? A: New Hampshire’s Therapeutic Cannabis Program, established under RSA chapter 126-X, provides a legal pathway for patients
CLIENT ALERT: DHS Announces Automatic EAD Extensions That End 10/30
On October 29th, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an interim final rule—effective, tomorrow October 30th—which will end automatic extensions for employment authorization documents (EADs) for individuals filing renewal applications in
Know the Law: Boardroom Boundaries for New Hampshire Directors
Q: What is the primary role of a board of directors? A: The board is the corporation’s highest authority and final arbiter, responsible for managing and directing the corporation’s affairs,
Managing Political Speech in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know
In the days following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the news media began reporting on many stories of employees losing their jobs or getting in trouble at work
Third Party Enforcement of Arbitrations Agreements
It is common for parties at the outset of a case to wrangle on issues of venue and jurisdiction, or even whether the case belongs in court at all. If
Client Alert: PERM Denials on the Rise – Travel and Worksite Issues Under Scrutiny
U.S. employers filing PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) Labor Certification Applications are now facing increased scrutiny regarding how they disclose travel-related job requirements on Form ETA 9089. Recently, the Department
AI Discrimination: Businesses Are Liable for AI Based Personnel Decisions
Businesses 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
Know the Law: Is Massachusetts Real Estate Subject to Massachusetts Estate Tax for Non-Residents
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
Why Does an Obscure California Law Apply To Your Website?
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
Client Alert: What the Government Shutdown Means for Immigration Services
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
Client Alert: New $100,000 Fee for H-1B workers
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
Know the Law: Forming an LLC to Hold Rental Property
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
New Hampshire Charts New Energy Course
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
Are Businesses Liable for AI Discrimination?
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