Posted on 9/25/16
Compensation and Compliance Matters: Lending Loopholes Could Lead to UDAAP Traps
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s recent victory against an online loan servicer serves as an important lesson both as to the CFPB’s expansive use of Unfair, . . .
Posted on 9/22/16
Taylor English Attorney Allan Tanenbaum Named President And Chair Of The ABA Retirement Funds
Taylor English Duma LLP is pleased to announce that Allan Tanenbaum has been elected as president and chair of the board of directors for the American . . .
Posted on 9/22/16
Friday Factoid: Panera Wins Order Over Papa John’s In Trade Secret Fight
A federal judge recently issued a temporary restraining order to bar a former Panera’s executive from working at Papa John’s
Posted on 9/22/16
The Entrepreneur’s Lab Video Series: Selling a Business
“The Entrepreneur’s Lab” is a one-minute video series aimed at offering practical guidance and thought leadership to entrepreneurs and business owners. The videos are adapted from . . .
Posted on 9/21/16
For Lawyers, Cybersecurity Competence is also an Ethical Obligation
Late last year the ABA Journal published a brief news article about an Oklahoma attorney who was forced to pay $700 in ransom to criminals who . . .
Posted on 9/21/16
The Weekly Scenario: Revoking A Financial Power of Attorney
Question: Can I revoke my financial power of attorney if I am unhappy with the agent I named to serve in the event of my incapacity?Answer: . . .
Posted on 9/22/16
Fish & Richardson Named Among Most Feared Firms in Litigation in BTI Litigation Outlook 2017
Fish & Richardson announced today that the firm was named one of the “Most Feared Firms in Litigation” in the BTI Litigation Outlook 2017 report. . . .
Posted on 9/20/16
M&A FAQs: Why Would an M&A Deal Fail?
Just as mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can have many kinds of successful outcomes, there are plenty of ways in which a transaction can fail. A significant . . .
Posted on 9/20/16
Sole Custody Parenting Alone After Divorce
No one ever said parenting would be easy. And parenting after a divorce can be especially challenging for both the parent and child. In a small . . .
Posted on 9/19/16
Read | Delete: Proposed Regulations Would Affect Estate Valuation Discounts
On August 4, 2016, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued its long-awaited proposed regulations to Section 2704. The proposed regulations are designed to inhibit taxpayers from . . .
Posted on 9/19/16
Avoid Breach of Fiduciary Duty Lawsuits Over 401(k) Investments
Last month, U.S. District Court Judge Richard Story in Atlanta certified a class action by participants in the SunTrust Banks, Inc. 401(k) Savings Plan. According to . . .
Posted on 9/19/16
Arnall Golden Gregory Wins Litigation Healthcare Department of the Year Award
The Fulton County Daily Report, which covers the latest in Georgia law, trial developments and law firms, recently announced its annual winners for law firms in . . .
Posted on 9/18/16
Kaufman Law, P.C. Wins 2016 WebAward for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development
Kaufman Law, P.C. is the proud recipient of a 2016 WMA WebAward for Outstanding Website. Each year since 1997, the Web Marketing Association has held a . . .
Posted on 9/16/16
Dissecting The Deal: Legal Precautions When Merging Two Companies
Michael N. Mercurio, Esq. is the head of Offit Kurman’s Anatomy of the Deal, a series of exclusive events for entrepreneurs, owners, and C-level officers interested . . .
Posted on 9/16/16
The Weekly Scenario: Trustee of a Child’s Trust
Question: Should the same person who is raising my children also be in charge of the financial assets left in trust for them?Answer: The person you . . .
Posted on 9/15/16
How to Deal with Victims of Domestic Violence at Your Property
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law enacted in 1994 and reauthorized in 2013. VAWA provides important protections from domestic violence, dating violence, . . .
Posted on 9/15/16
Friday Factoid: Google Visitor Center at Yellowstone National Park – Coming Soon?
In March 2016, the Director of the U.S. National Park System proposed an Order which, if adopted, will allow corporate
Posted on 9/15/16
Stites & Harbison Adds Attorney Jennifer Cave
Stites & Harbison, PLLC welcomes attorney Jennifer Cave to the Louisville, Ky., office. She joins the Environmental, Natural Resources &
Posted on 9/15/16
Boyd Collar Nolen & Tuggle Adds Family Law Attorney Michael Hodes
Boyd Collar Nolen & Tuggle is pleased to announce the addition of Michael P. Hodes as of counsel to the firm. Hodes will serve Boyd Collar . . .
Posted on 9/16/16
Fish & Richardson Receives ILTA’s 2016 “Innovative Project of the Year” Award
Fish & Richardson announced today that the firm has received the 2016 Innovative Project of the Year award from the
Posted on 9/14/16
The Entrepreneur’s Lab Video Series: Independent Contractor
“The Entrepreneur’s Lab” is a one-minute video series aimed at offering practical guidance and thought leadership to entrepreneurs and business owners. The videos are adapted from Business . . .
Posted on 9/14/16
Myths of Mediation
Divorce can be an expensive and time-consuming process. However, if the parties are willing to communicate with mutual respect, then mediation may offer a better outcome . . .
Posted on 9/14/16
169 Barnes & Thornburg Attorneys Named to ‘Best Lawyers in America’ List
The Best Lawyers in America 2017 recently named 170 Barnes & Thornburg LLP lawyers to its annual list. Rankings are based on peer reviews and attorneys . . .
Posted on 9/14/16
Five Tips for Charging What You are Worth
Many of us have aspirations of starting our own business. We strive for the financial independence and satisfaction of turning our vision into a marketable product . . .
Posted on 9/14/16
M & A Nuggets: Seller- Know Your Liabilities
On transactions structured as an asset purchase, the purchaser usually does not assume, (agree to pay) the seller’s liabilities. Instead, the seller usually pays its liabilities . . .
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