Enacted in 2021, the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was intended to provide the federal government with insight into the “beneficial owners” of companies doing business in the United...
Mar 19 - 2025
Coverage Opinions vs. Declaratory Judgment Litigation: Choosing the Right Approach for Insurance Disputes
Making informed coverage decisions is essential for all types of insurers. Paying claims unnecessarily and wrongly denying claims can both lead to unnecessary costs; and, over time, multiple incorrect...
We are pleased to announce that experienced attorneys Meaghan Schneider and Matthew Karas have joined our firm in 2025. Meaghan will serve as Of Counsel while Matthew has joined the firm as an...
Feb 27 - 2025
Beyond the Handshake: Understanding the Importance of Legal Counsel at Real Estate Closings
If you are preparing for a real estate transaction, do you need an attorney? Or, can you rely on your broker, lender and insurance agent to guide you through the closing process? While all of these...
Coverage disputes are a persistent concern for all types of insurers. Denials frequently lead to disputes; and, even when denials are clearly justified under the relevant policy language, insurers...
Feb 3 - 2025
From Startup to Expansion: Legal Guidance for Franchisees Navigating the Franchising Process
Franchising remains an extremely popular option for starting and growing a business heading into 2025. While many franchisees are content with owning and operating a single outlet, there are also...
Jan 21 - 2025
From Policy to Practice: Implementing Best Practices for Effective Workforce Management
Employers of all sizes need to adopt employment policies that are custom-tailored to their facilities, operations and personnel. But, while this is important, it is also just the first step in the...
Compliance is essential for all types of businesses. Regardless of a business’s size, location and operations, effectively managing compliance is one of the keys to avoiding liability in both civil...
Dec 19 - 2024
Holiday Business Closures: Ensuring Workers’ Compensation Coverage During Seasonal Downtime
State workers’ compensation laws generally provide employers with immunity from personal injury and wrongful death claims when they provide coverage to their employees. This coverage can either be...
With a new year just around the corner, now is a time when many people are thinking about what they can do to minimize their tax liability. Tax, business and estate planning strategies often go...