Posted on 1/23/17
Ethical Implications of Advertising Attorney Accolades
In 1868 The Martindale Company first produced the Martindale Legal Directory, a predecessor to the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory. The Martindale Legal Directory’s stated purpose was “to . . .
Posted on 1/20/17
The Weekly Scenario: Family member as Trustees
Question: Should I name a family member as Trustee for trusts I set up for my children?Answer: It is common for family members to be named . . .
Posted on 1/19/17
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series-Inauguration Day Songs Edition
Friday Factoid Quiz: Inauguration Day Songs Edition Test your knowledge with this Friday Factoid quiz of songs that were #1 in the United States on the . . .
Posted on 1/18/17
Bankruptcy and Divorce
A divorce can go from bad to worse when bankruptcy is involved. While each spouse may blame the other for financial problems, both may be affected . . .
Posted on 1/18/17
Offit Kurman Attorney Gregory Currey To Host Legal Lunch With Laura Webinar Series
On January 17th, Laura Rubenstein announced that Offit Kurman attorney Gregory Currey is the new host of Legal Lunch With Laura, which will be renamed Management . . .
Posted on 1/18/17
Seven Attorneys From The National Construction Law Firm Of Peckar & Abramson, P.C. Achieve Texas Board Certification In Construction Law
The national construction law firm of Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announce that seven attorneys from its Texas offices in Austin, Dallas and . . .
Posted on 1/17/17
M & A Nuggets: President-Elect Trump’s Tax Proposals
Although the business terms of a merger transaction are usually not driven primarily by tax consequences, the purchaser and seller do consider tax consequences in arriving . . .
Posted on 1/17/17
Jones Day's Hilda Galvan Named Chair of the Dallas Regional Chamber
The global law firm Jones Day today announced that Hilda C. Galvan, Partner-in-Charge of the Firm's Dallas office, has been named the Chair of the Board . . .
Posted on 1/18/17
Former District Judge Chris Oldner Joins Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson
Former state District Judge Chris Oldner has joined the Dallas and Frisco offices of the Family Law boutique Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP, as Of . . .
Posted on 1/17/17
Underwood’s Cara Kennemer Earns Certification in Construction Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced that Cara Kennemer has received Board Certification in
Posted on 1/17/17
Westin Palo Alto Hotel Owner Raises $83M Loan from Lone Star
The law firm of Davis Wright Tremaine has advised Mr. Clement Chen, the principal owner of The Westin Palo Alto Hotel, in securing an
Posted on 1/16/17
Read | Delete: The Best and Worst Airlines of 2016
The annual analysis of U.S. carriers again shows a smaller competitor ahead of Delta, United and American. The annual Middle Seat scorecard of U.S. airline performance, . . .
Posted on 1/13/17
The Risks of Non-Compliance with Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws
Imagine the following scenario: You are the owner of a business. You are investing time and money and dedicating your life to making this business successful. . . .
Posted on 1/12/17
Joshua Bernstein Joins Norton Rose Fulbright as Partner
Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that Joshua Bernstein, an experienced real estate lawyer, has joined the global law firm’s Austin and
Posted on 1/12/17
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Winter Brands Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Winter Brands Edition Can you name the brand for each of these winter-related products? If you have any questions regarding . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
Telebriefs: The Rights of Job Applicants and Employees with Mental Health Conditions
In December, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a publication entitled, “EEOC Issues Publication on the Rights of Job Applicants and Employees with Mental Health . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
The Weekly Scenario: College Savings Plan
Question: Can a Roth IRA be a good way to accumulate savings for college? How does it compare to a 529 plan for college savings?Answer: The . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
M & A Nuggets: Excluded Assets
The purchase agreement used in a business sale usually states that the purchaser is acquiring all of the assets of the seller, except as specifically excluded. . . .
Posted on 1/9/17
Read | Delete: Business Goals for 2017
Consider these items when planning for the year ahead!Source: NFIBGot an interesting Fast Fact for a business audience? Please send and share it with our 1,653 . . .
Posted on 1/9/17
Filing For a Fault-Based Divorce
Grounds for divorce in Maryland fall into two categories: fault or no-fault. Couples may choose to file for a no-fault divorce because the entire process is . . .
Posted on 1/5/17
Friday Factoid: The Best Inventions of 2016
According to Time Magazine, the top 25 inventions for 2016 include a levitating light bulb, shoes that tie themselves
Posted on 1/4/17
The Weekly Scenario: Who will raise my children if I died while they are still minors?
Question: Who will raise my children if I died while they are still minors?Answer: Some view estate planning as just for ‘wealthy’ people (to govern how . . .
Posted on 1/4/17
Legal 101 with Mike Mercurio: Choosing a Business Entity
When starting a business, you must decide what business is best for your company. The most common forms of business are sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. . . .
Posted on 1/3/17
M & A Nuggets: Win-Win
In Stephen Covey’s book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, habit 4 is “Think Win-Win”. The use of this habit during merger negotiations can lead . . .
Posted on 1/3/17
The Changing American Family
Divorce is tough on most families, but a U.S. Gallup Values and Beliefs poll conducted in 2013, shows divorce is growing in moral acceptability. The new . . .
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