The legal landscape around harassment and discrimination in the workplace has evolved significantly in recent years. Given these changes, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued updated guidance in
Selling a business is often one of the most significant events in a business owner’s life. Following years of dedication and sacrifice, many exiting business owners experience both hope for
Brian B. Garrett, and Sean S. LaPorta discuss enrollment contracts and making sure you craft the right enrollment agreement for your school in this webinar. If you would like to
Q: Does a Revocable Trust help avoid the hassles of probate administration? A: If you have experienced probate, then you know first-hand why many individuals wish to avoid it. Traditionally,
Outside of the representations and warranties in a purchase agreement for the purchase and sale of a business, often the other most highly negotiated provisions are the indemnification provisions. Conceptually,
A business relationship can begin with the joy, excitement and thrill of a new marriage. Unfortunately, the honeymoon inevitably ends and disputes between the owners of the business may arise.
Earlier this year, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) Region 01 notified the public about an initiative to increase compliance with federal lead paint regulations in New Hampshire in
As we have previously written, on August 20, 2024, a Texas federal district court issued an order setting aside the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) sweeping proposed rule that would ban
Q: How Do I Protect My Business Through a Divorce? A: Going through a divorce can be a challenging experience, especially for business owners. In New Hampshire, the division of
A careful search for insurance coverage should be at or near the top of the checklist of any business that receives a claim brought by a State or federal governmental
For the last several years, I have written articles about the use of technology in settling legal disputes. Online dispute resolution, or ODR, broadly means a dispute platform using technology
It’s that time of year again. The summer is winding down. School has started back up. And, associates are setting sail on their maiden voyage into the practice of law.
Co-written by Madison Lightfoot-Kunitake, Law Clerk Have you ever noticed during a videoconference that a participant is using an AI notetaker or that the meeting is being transcribed? Do you
Massachusetts Governor, Maura Healey, recently signed into law a new statute under broader legislation titled “An Act promoting access to midwifery care and out-of-hospital birth options” that entitles Massachusetts employees
The highest state court in Massachusetts, the Supreme Judicial Court (“SJC”), recently declared that the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (“PFMLA”), General Laws c. 175M, does not require
The Massachusetts Appellate Division of the District Court – North District recently issued a decision regarding whether retention bonuses constitute wages under the Massachusetts Wage Act, G.L. c. 149, §