Immigration has been a central focus of the new presidential administration since taking office and is expected to remain a top priority. Workplace raids soared during the early years of
Best Practices for Employers Navigating ICE Visits
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Q: What is an LLC operating agreement, and what provisions does it typically include? A: An operating agreement outlines the internal affairs and governance of a limited liability company, akin
Forecast 2025: What Are this Year’s Biggest Legal-Tech Challenges?
Businesses face three predominate legal-technology challenges in 2025. First, businesses need to implement artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations using foresighted legal strategies to do so. Second, organized cyber criminals
The Coming Update to The New Hampshire Coastal Flood Risk Summary
Against the backdrop of the two huge January 2024 storms that heavily damaged the New Hampshire coast (www.seacoastonline.com), cities, towns, individuals and businesses (“stakeholders”) on the Seacoast should be aware
Employment Agreements: Considerations for Independent Schools During the Hiring Season
Brian B. Garrett, and Sean S. LaPorta cover the process of updating faculty and staff employment agreements, including guidance on what language is essential for this annual ritual for independent
Navigating I-9 Compliance Amid Rising Scrutiny
Immigration enforcement was a key focus of President Trump’s reelection campaign, with his administration expected to target employers hiring undocumented workers. A potential sign of the impending increase in worksite
Know the Law: Keeping Taxes Down on Stock From Your Employer
Q: I will be receiving restricted stock from my employer. Is there a way to minimize my taxes when I sell the stock in the future? A: Restricted stock is
Don’t Forget About 409A in Retirement Agreements
An employer may seek to reward a long-time or key employee for good work by promising to pay a bonus to the employee upon the employee’s retirement. However, an employer
SCOTUS Rules on Standard of Proof in FLSA Exemption Cases
The United States Supreme Court just issued a unanimous decision settling a dispute in the lower courts about what standard of proof applies in cases where an employee’s exemption from
Law Enforcement Wants to Bring Your Client in for Questioning – Common Themes Advising Clients for Testimony in White Collar Criminal Investigations
Your client is a medical device sales representative who had an FBI agent knock on her front door requesting to ask some questions about her former employer. Your client is
Insurance for Cyber, Privacy and AI: Are You Sure You Have It?
Cybersecurity breach, privacy law violation, and artificial intelligence pose risks of significant liability for law firms and businesses. Just like we would never practice law without malpractice insurance, we should
H-2B Visa First-Half FY 2025 Cap Reached
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reached the cap for additional H-2B visas for the first half of fiscal year 2025 (FY 2025). USCIS received enough petitions by the
TPS Extensions and Romania Added to VPW
The Biden administration has extended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) of nearly one million immigrants from four countries: El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela. For those covered by the extension,
Accounting for and Disclosure of Software Costs
For those entities that follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued an Invitation to Comment regarding a proposed amendment to update guidance on accounting
Know the Law: Therapeutic cannabis to treat anxiety – Is it legal in NH?
Q: I have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. Am I legally able to purchase and use therapeutic cannabis in New Hampshire? A: To legally purchase and use therapeutic cannabis
2025 Futurecast: M&A Outlook
2025 promises to be a dynamic year for business growth and M&A activity in New Hampshire. By understanding the key drivers and challenges, companies can position themselves for success and