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New York's New Sexual Harassment Law: What Employers Need to Know
Ann E. Evanko
New York's Stop Sexual Harassment Act goes into effect in October 2019.
Q&A with Eduardo Kleinberg of Basham Ringe y Correa
Best Lawyers
"Law Firm of the Year" interview with Eduardo Kleinberg of Basham Ringe y Correa.
Jumping Hurdles toward the Finish Line
Meredith Aldridge, Colleen Welch, and Alicia Hall
Forty-five years of progress with Title IX.
How Litigation Finance Brings Power to the Plaintiff
Eva Shang
Legalist launched a two-week campaign to help consumers sue Equifax—in small claims court.
Ripped From the Headlines: Three Investigation Lessons to Learn From a Political Controversy
Patti C. Perez
Another day, another political scandal involving a politician accused of having had an extramarital affair. The latest such story concerns an alleged inappropriate relationship that the governor of Alabama had with a top aide—once again raising issues related to investigating allegations of bad behavior at work.
The Joint Employer Threat to the Franchise Distribution Model
Barry M. Heller
That result would strike at the core of franchising and would risk the loss of all of the benefits that franchising has provided to franchisees, employees, and society in general.
For the Greater Good
Nancy Lippincott
San Francisco nonprofit specialist Rosemary Fei on advice for young careerist women and helping make the world a better place.
Alicia Lloreda on the Increasing Complexity of IP Law
Best Lawyers
The Lloreda Camacho & Co. attorney discusses the firm's 2019 “Law Firm of the Year” award for Intellectual Property Law.
Proposed Changes to the MCAD’s Procedural Regulations
Brian J. MacDonough
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination's new regulations offer a substantial overhaul from the past system.
The Growing Need for Expert Witnesses Across All Kinds of Litigation
Erin Quinn-Kong
More lawsuits mean more opportunities for expert witnesses in all industries and specialties.
Owning Bitcoin May Complicate Your Estate Plan and Income Taxes
Anthony J. Enea
Your cryptocurrency assets could pose problems when it comes to your income and estate taxes.
How Dentons Russia Dominates the Global Market
Best Lawyers
Florian Schneider of 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" winner Dentons Russia discusses his career accomplishments.
DOL Proposes New Overtime Rule and Salary Threshold for Exemption
Megan Erickson Moritz
The Department of Labor is proposing a hike to the salary threshold requirement for exempted employees.
How the Political Crisis in Venezuela Could Impact Florida Real Estate
Roy D. Oppenheim
Civil unrest in Venezuela could have repercussions in South Florida, where many Venezuelans currently live.
Changing Terrain in Colorado Ski Law
Chalat Hatten & Banker
Ski area operators and skiers should heed new developments to the Ski Safety Act and the Premises Liability Act.
How Preventative Counsel Is Changing Criminal Defense
Best Lawyers
Ayala Gómez discusses Oliva-Ayala's 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for criminal defense law in Spain.
Why Law Firms are Embracing Sustainable Development Goals
Best Lawyers
Uria Menendez Abogados is committing itself to Spain's progressive environmental policies.
Good News for the Spanish Inheritance and Gift Tax
Mariano Roca López
Changes made by the Spanish Supreme Court could mean enhanced tax benefits to citizens.
Small Case, Important Principles For Written Agreements
Robert M. Steeg
The Louisiana state Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit's recent ruling could spell big things for written arguments in the future.
How AEQUO Is Embracing Legal Tech
Best Lawyers
Anna Babych discusses AEQUO's 2019 Ukranian "Law Firm of the Year" award in Mergers & Acquisitions Law with Best Lawyers.
Factors to Consider When Naming a Health Care Agent
Anthony J. Enea
A health care agent can make medical decisions for you and see that your end of life wishes are respected.
What New York's Child Victims Act Means for Public Schools
Anastasia M. McCarthy
The new Child Victims Act is expected to have a profound and long-lasting impact on public school systems.
What the Seller-Friendly Market Means for Private Equity
Best Lawyers
JP Bogden and Kurt Sarno of 2019 Canadian "Law Firm of the Year" award-winner Blakes discuss trends in the private equity sector.
Can Your Option to Purchase Get Lost in a Franchise Agreement?
Benjamin Caddaye, Law Clerk and Alicia Hill
With the changing of a contract in a franchise agreement, certain rights you thought you were entitled to might get lost in translation.
4 Legal New Years Resolutions You Can Actually Keep
Anthony J. Enea
New Years resolutions don't always work, but these four reasonable suggestions will serve you well for many more years to come.
Staying Competitive in Competitions and Antitrust Law
Best Lawyers
Igor Svechkar of Asters talks with Best lawyers about his firm's 2019 Antitrust "Law Firm of the Year" award for Ukraine.
Fair Enough: The “Fair Use” Defense to Trademark Infringement
Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron K. Haar
There are two arguments for fair use in a trademark infringement case. Here's your guide to understanding both.
