While the federal government holds the monopoly on issuing visas, the United States does not have a monopoly on the best and the brightest minds in cutting edge technology fields.
The Economics of H-1Bs: A Call to Strengthen the System
The Anatomy of a Business Sale Term Sheet
If you are marketing your company for sale or otherwise appear to be an attractive acquisition target, you may receive inquires from potential purchasers seeking to learn more about your
Real Estate Finance
The recent combination of low interest rates and increased fervor with which commercial banks are pursuing real estate-based loans has created an opportunity for many small to medium sized businesses
Self-Reporting Environmental Violations: When And How To Do It
Imagine you are the CEO of a mid-sized manufacturer with facilities in several New England states. You receive a report that a company-wide environmental audit has just revealed that your
Obtaining Insurance Coverage For Environmental Liabilities
Businesses often do not appreciate the opportunities that may exist to offset current environmental liabilities with insurance coverage. Now is an especially good time to consider this issue. The United
Google’s Dutch Auction IPO: Is There a Take Away Lesson for the Rest of Us?
Co-Written by Colleen Karpinsky There are many ways to measure an IPO. One commonly watched metric is the first day performance of the stock price once the shares begin trading
COBRA Notice Regulations Finalized
On May 26, 2004 the U. S. Department of Labor (DOL) published final regulations on the content, timing, and delivery method for all COBRA notice requirements. The final regulations include
Final Paycheck Deduction For Advanced Vacation Time Held To Violate NH Law
Across the state, many a New Hampshire employer allows its employees to take vacation time before it is fully accrued. In such instances, the employer will usually have the employee
NH Law May Give Age Discrimination Protection For Young
The United States Supreme Court recently issued a noteworthy decision interpreting the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (“ADEA”). In the case of General Dynamics Land Systems, Inc. v.
Showing Compliance With Employment Eligibility Verification Requirements
For the most part, employers are aware that all new employees are required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, within three days of their start date. Prior to
Effective Risk Management: Responding To Complaints Of Sexual Harassment
You grab your morning coffee and head to your office in a rush, ready to close the door and bury yourself in the paperwork you have been neglecting for weeks
Probate Litigation: Ten Lessons For Estate Planners
The last thing you want as an estate planner is to take the stand to explain why a will or trust you drafted should be upheld. Yet, the risk of
The Delaware Series Limited Liability Company: An Untested Asset Firewall
For several years now, the State of Delaware has permitted a single limited liability company (“LLC”) to create designated series of members, managers or limited liability company interests, each having
Protect Your Business From Employee Fraud
In today’s environment of heightened awareness and prosecution of business related fraud, companies should act to insulate themselves against potentially devastating prosecutions. The United States Department of Justice has recently
Mutual Fund Developments-What Should A Retirement Plan Fiduciary Do?
Recently, a number of securities regulators have announced investigations and have brought charges relating to the trading practices of several mutual fund providers and financial services companies. These investigations raise
Proposed Wetland Mitigation Rules Not Ready For Prime Time
Co-written by Timothy Fortier. In an effort to simplify the wetland permitting process and enhance predictability for applicants engaged in this process, the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is currently