Because of their unique terms, CMBS loans can be an attractive option for certain borrowers. But because their structures are more complex than traditional loans, it is important to understand the upside, and potential downside, of choosing to take one out when...
There were almost 31 million small businesses in the United States in 2019. Entrepreneurs know that starting a business is full of difficult decisions, such as assessing the need for legal counsel. Startups can fear getting attorneys involved because attorneys look to...
Remember when you couldn’t contain your excitement over sharing plans for your upcoming vacation with coworkers and friends? Or the thrill of posting travel highlights on social media – and making everyone a little jealous? Adios, beaches. My, how the tides have...
A common question from clients is: how do I protect my assets, usually from a lawsuit? My answer: Get liability insurance Max out your retirement accounts Compartmentalize assets through LLCs Create an asset protection trust The key to asset protection is that you...
As your loved one ages, navigating the planning process, medical system and Medicaid system can be overwhelming. An Elder Law attorney and Geriatric Care Manager can help you and your loved one plan for their present and future legal needs, care needs and housing...
Private companies seeking to raise capital by selling equity to investors must structure the raise so that it is not considered a public offering under the Securities Act of 1933 unless they are prepared to undergo the cost and expense of an IPO. The most commonly...
In a split decision, the Supreme Court of Ohio found last week that workers who consent to drug testing cannot later raise an invasion of privacy claim against their employer. In reversing the lower court, the Court found employee privacy interests did not outweigh...
Industry metrics continue to signal that homebuilders are experiencing a strong summer. In order to continue the trend, homebuilders need to meet the demands of the market. As mortgage rates remain low and buyers place bids on homes sight unseen at record numbers, the...
Ah, predictions. This past May and June, the Student & Athlete Defense group wrote a blog and recorded a podcast about how colleges will implement and enforce social distancing rules. Fast forward, we’re here. Just this week, Florida Gulf Coast University...
Ordinarily, we think of the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or the “Board”) as the agency that regulates workplaces in which employees are represented by labor unions. However, in recent years, the NLRB has made it clear that the rules prohibiting employers...