Holiday joy can quickly become a season of headache and contention for brands and companies when it comes to intellectual property. Many of the iconic symbols, songs, and caricatures that dominate the season are so widely used and recognizable that they are extremely difficult to claim ownership of definitively. Think of the numerous versions of […]
American football isn’t just a sport; it’s a uniquely American institution, embodying many of the same principles that drive our legal system. From the intricate rules and structured gameplay to the referees’ courtroom-like deliberations, the gridiron is where our cultural and legal mindsets collide in fascinating ways. Let’s dive into why football mirrors our legal […]
HSAG Client Alert December 10, 2024 Federal Court Enjoins Federal Beneficial Owner Reporting Nationwide On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in the case of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al., No. 4:24-cv-00478 (E.D. Tex.), a federal district court issued an order granting a nationwide preliminary injunction that: (1) enjoins the Corporate Transparency […]
The Thanksgiving holiday week is well-known to be the heaviest travel time of the year, bringing families and friends together from near and far. While you have them gathered in one place, it’s also the perfect time to talk about estate planning matters with your family. A big piece of the discussion is understanding how […]
If you’re a gun owner, having a plan for what happens to your gun is just as important as planning for the distribution of your possessions and assets if you become incapacitated or pass away. Creating a gun trust is the best way to legally and safely manage and transfer certain regulated weapons. What […]
Rule is Currently Blocked Nationwide The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) adopted a new rule that was set to render most non-compete clauses with employees and contractors unenforceable starting September 4, 2024. However, on August 20, 2024, a federal court held the FTC’s non-compete rule was unlawful and blocked its enforcement nationwide. What does that mean […]
Without a business succession plan in place, a number of events can happen to a business after the owner dies or suddenly becomes incapacitated, and a lot can depend on the business structure. Sole Proprietorships: If the owner of a sole proprietorship dies, the business, like the rest of the deceased’s possessions and finances, becomes […]
Just as important as wills and estate plans are for individuals and families, so are business succession plans for business owners. A succession plan is essentially a strategy for what happens to a business if the owner should pass away or simply decide to step away. It’s also a pathway to help business owners identify […]
With the recent adoption of the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Act in January 2024, there have been a lot of questions about who is eligible and what the benefits are, and the benefits from FAMLI as opposed to the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). While every employer is required […]
After signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) at the beginning of a merger and acquisition (M&A) transaction, the next step is for the buyer to produce a detailed letter of intent (LOI). This letter outlines the major terms of the transaction. Related: See “M&As: Key Issues in Buyer Non-Disclosure Agreements” In essence, the LOI is a […]
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