(Published in New Hampshire Business Review, August 2010) Q: The Human Resources Director of A1 Corporation, Ms. Jones, receives a Notice of Claim for Unemployment Benefits from a former employee,
Which Way is the Wind Blowing on Small Wind Energy Systems?
In the summer of 2007, New Hampshire Public Radio ran a story entitled “Local Zoning Laws Hinder Wind Power.” (NHPR, 06/27/2007) A year later, the Associated Press reported “Bill Supporting
Are Competitors Luring Internet Traffic to Their Websites Using Your Trademarks?
As the internet has become ingrained into our daily lives, businesses are becoming increasingly sophisticated in manipulating how consumer and business traffic is directed to their websites. Businesses strategically embed
New Hampshire Mechanic’s Liens and Bond Claims
(Published in New Hampshire Business Review’s Legal Expertise Guide, August 2010) In New Hampshire, contractors and suppliers can obtain security for payment through mechanic’s liens and bond claims. Mechanic’s liens
Understanding the Due Diligence Process Today Helps Position Businesses for Successful Transactions Tomorrow
Whether it is a debt financing, capital infusion or the sale of your business, at some point, some level of inspection of your business operations, practices, records, relationships and financial
Raising Capital – A Securities Law Trap for the Unwary
In this current economic climate, start-up companies, as well as many small and medium sized businesses, are looking more frequently to varied sources of raising capital, such as from friends,
Union Leader: KNOW THE LAW – Gay Married Employee Benefits – 08/2010
This question was answered by Jeanmarie Papelian of the McLane Law Firm Q. I own a small automotive repair shop with 15 employees and have recently hired my first gay
Choosing the Right LLC Act: Massachusetts vs. Delaware
When you’re forming an LLC for Massachusetts clients, any of five powerful factors may require you to form it under the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act, 6 Del. C. §
Estate and Gift Issues, Opportunities and Pitfalls in 2010
More than halfway through 2010, most unresolved estate and gift issues present in January remain. Congress has not altered the estate and gift tax. No formal procedure exists for allocating
Know the Law: Lake Front Property Enhancements
Q: We have owned lake front property right on the water for many years and would like to expand the old house, upgrade the permanent docks and stone wall along
Important Differences Between For-profit and Non-profit Boards
(Published in the Portsmouth Herald, July 2010) Good Citizen, whose name has been changed for the sake of his privacy, just accepted a position as member of the Board of
Beware: Improper Patent Marking Could Be Costly
Obtaining a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office is but one step in obtaining maximum value from a company’s intellectual property. Most sophisticated businesses understand that a
Know When To Hold ‘Em, Know When To Fold ‘Em; Is Your Company Ready for a Litigation Hold?
Sarah, vice president of human resources, receives a letter from counsel for a former employee claiming discrimination. The letter details allegations of sexual harassment against two co-workers and a supervisor
The Role Of ESOPs In Private Equity Deals
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Mental Health Parity: Will the New Federal Law Place a Crunch on an Already Stressed System?
(Published in the Healthcare Review, July 2010) Beginning with plan years starting on or after July 1, 2010, many health insurance policies will provide equal financial and treatment benefits for
Protecting Family Names in Business
(Published in the New Hampshire Business Review, July 2010) For three generations, Carroll Carpet Cleaners has been well known for its in-home and in-store services throughout southern New Hampshire and