ESG in a Nutshell The goal of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs is simple: minimize risk, increase shareholder value and contribute to solving societal problems; but do so in a way that is at the same time good for your business, society and the...
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FTC Proposes New Rule Banning Non-Compete Agreements
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published the Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking, a proposed rule that would prohibit the use of non-compete agreements and preempt all state laws that provide less protection to workers. If made final, the proposed rule would...
Preparing for Tax Season: 2023 Tax Updates
January 1 marks the start of the new year and with a new year comes new tax law changes. If you’re an Ohio State Buckeyes fan, your New Year did not begin exactly how you wanted to, but the year looks bright going forward. As we begin the new year, it is important to...
Security Updates as Hostage Takers
This article was originally published by Security Boulevard (https://securityboulevard.com/2023/01/security-updates-as-hostage-takers/). Software updates are an essential part of modern technology, as they provide necessary fixes, improvements and new features to...
Top Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Divorce Representation
You’ve made the difficult decision to end your marriage to your spouse. You’ve done your research and found and retained a domestic relations attorney that understands and shares your goals and objectives about the process to terminate your marriage. Now what? In many...
AirTag Stalking: Murder, Fear and Litigation
This article was originally published by Security Boulevard (https://securityboulevard.com/). At the end of January 2022, Akron, Ohio resident Heidi Moon was staying in a hotel in Kent, Ohio when her ex-boyfriend texted her, indicating that he knew where she was. Four...
Network Effects and Implications for Local Governments
In today’s world, the word “network” is most likely to evoke references to social media. Twenty years ago, the same word would likely induce thoughts of the expansion of broadband, fiber and wireless telecommunications to business and the public. Put simply, a network...
Common Mistakes New Business Owners Make & How to Fix Them
Starting a new business? The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that 20% of new businesses fail in the first two years, and that 45% fail in the first five years. As daunting as those figures may seem, there are measures you can take to avoid having your new...
Ten Ways You Can Protect Your Privacy on Social Media
Social Media connects people across the world by providing users with a means to share content. It has undoubtedly become a huge part of our daily routines. In 2021, Americans spent an average of two hours and thirty minutes a day on social media. But not all personal...
President Biden Signs Bill Limiting Use of NDAs in Sexual Harassment Cases
[UPDATED 12/7/2022: Speak Out Act signed by President Biden] Last month, Congress passed the Speak Out Act, which prohibits employers from using pre-dispute nondisclosure and non-disparagement agreements in disputes arising from sexual assault and sexual harassment....