With half of 2023 behind us, and the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) set to become effective on Jan. 1, 2024, there remain a number of open issues with respect to the implementation of the CTA. By way of background, and at its core, the CTA requires certain...
The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit recently made a significant decision regarding the certification procedure for collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In the case of Clark v. A&L Home Care and Training Center, LLC ,...
It’s a commonly repeated refrain when a breakup occurs following an engagement or marriage: “You better keep that ring!” But, what legal right does a former spouse or former fiancé actually have to retain an engagement ring at the conclusion of a relationship? Or, put...
Ohio’s Brownfield Remediation Program incentive (BRP) was recently enacted by the Ohio General Assembly as part of budget sub-bill Sub. House Bill 33. The BRP is to be funded with $350 million, split among two fiscal years. Ohio is also funding another demolition...
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), a new federal law protecting the rights of pregnant workers, takes effect on June 27th. The bill was signed into law at the end of 2022 to require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees. The law,...
Whether you operate a large e-commerce company on Amazon, a specialized artisan store on Shopify or Etsy, or a local t-shirt company, all brands producing products resembling famous marks should consider the implications of the seminal Supreme Court ruling in Jack...
Is it charitable to donate to a group that facilitates opportunities for athletes at a particular college? The IRS thinks not. In a recent memo released from the office of the IRS Chief Counsel, the IRS asserts that this would be a “private benefit” to just a few star...
On June 1st, the Economic Development Administration’s Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIE) within the U.S. Department of Commerce launched the application process for the Build to Scale (B2S) Program. This program provides a funding opportunity aimed at...
On May 25, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) made its final decision on a long-running case that will redefine the power and authority that the United States Environmental Protection agency (EPA) will have to regulate and protect the navigable waters of...
Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to go through. Unfortunately, it is a reality we all face at some point in our lives. During this time of grief and confusion, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out what needs to be done next. As...