Posted on 6/21/16
Microsoft Affiliation Lends Brand-Name Legitimacy to the Legal Cannabis Industry
Media outlets are saturated with the latest and greatest piece of news in the cannabis industry: Microsoft is joining the world of cannabis compliance.
Posted on 6/20/16
Help! My Ex and I Cannot Agree on Which School Our Child Will Attend Next Year
When separated or divorced parents need to decide where their child will attend school in the upcoming year, it can quickly turn into a legal dispute. . . .
Posted on 6/20/16
Landlord Tenant Tips: No Mileage/Distance Restrictions to Terminate Lease Pursuant to SCRA
Question from Landlord:One of our residents received military orders to transfer to another military base that is local (only 10 miles away from the property). Now . . .
Posted on 6/21/16
The 2016 Legal 500 Guide Ranks Andrews Kurth in 14 Practice Areas
Legal 500 has recognized Andrews Kurth as one of the leading practices in the United States in the areas of:Capital Markets: Debt Offerings – Advice to . . .
Posted on 6/17/16
Telebriefs: Kmart Paid $3.8 Million to Settle Misclassification of So-Called Exempt Employees
With the Department of Labor’s (DOL) recent changes to the salary basis test, it is no surprise that employers are being brought to court by their . . .
Posted on 6/17/16
Estate Planning for Disabled Individuals Video Series – Part 3 - Economics for Caring
Estate planning can be a challenging process when disabled individuals are involved. There are legal issues that, even those with the best intentions, can completely alter . . .
Posted on 6/17/16
Gardere Partner Michelle Schulz Named Co-Chair of Firm’s International Practice
Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Michelle Schulz has been named co-chair of the Firm’s international practice,
Posted on 6/16/16
Friday Factoid: White House Concerned About Use of Non-Competes
On May 5, 2016, the White House released a report analyzing the use of non-competition agreements across the country
Posted on 6/15/16
The Weekly Scenario: Estate Planning With A Child
Question: I don’t have a lot in assets, but I have a young child. Is it important that I have a Will?Answer: An estate plan (which . . .
Posted on 6/15/16
EEOC To Revise Guidance on National Origin Discrimination
On June 2, 2016 the EEOC published a press release notifying the public that it was going to release for public comment its revised enforcement guidance . . .
Posted on 6/14/16
Mike Mercurio Offers Advice About Exit Planning in His AHA! Business Radio Interview - Part 2
Every Tuesday from 6–7pm, Baltimore’s CBS Sports Radio airs AHA! Business Radio, a show produced by Allan Hirsh Advisors. Hosted by the eponymous Allan Hirsh, AHA! . . .
Posted on 6/14/16
M & A Nuggets: Accrued Leave
When conducting due diligence in connection with the purchase of a business, make sure that you understand the amount of accrued leave the seller’s employees have . . .
Posted on 6/13/16
Read | Delete: Women CEO Gender Pay Gap
Companies are paying a “diversity premium” for high-level women, according to a paper due out in an upcoming issue of the Academy of Management Journal and . . .
Posted on 6/13/16
Financially Rebounding from Divorce
When the dust settles after a divorce, many people find themselves contemplating their next steps financially. This process is never an easy one, but there are . . .
Posted on 6/13/16
Texas' Best Lawyers Selects 17 from Jones Day's Dallas Office
The global law firm Jones Day is pleased to announce that 17 of its Dallas Office lawyers have been selected for inclusion
Posted on 6/13/16
V&E Adds Top Litigation Team to Global Intellectual Property Practice
Five New Partners in Austin and Dallas Bolster Growing IP Practice Vinson & Elkins LLP continues to enhance its global Intellectual Property practice with the addition . . .
Posted on 6/11/16
8 Questions to Ask When Hiring Family Members
In today’s hyper-competitive employment market, nepotism has once again become a topic of contention. Job seekers who feel snubbed frequently claim they were overlooked in favor . . .
Posted on 6/11/16
Estate Planning for Disabled Individuals Video Series – Part 2- Caregiver’s Role
Estate planning can be a challenging process when disabled individuals are involved. There are legal issues that, even those with the best intentions, can completely alter . . .
Posted on 6/10/16
Kasich Signed Law Makes Ohio the 25th State to Legalize Medical Cannabis
On Wednesday, June 8th, Ohio became the 25th state to legalize medical Cannabis after Governor John Kasich signed House Bill 523 into law.
Posted on 6/10/16
The Weekly Scenario: Your Will After A Divorce
Question: I am divorced from my husband but have not changed my Will, which leaves my entire estate to him. I do not wish to leave . . .
Posted on 6/9/16
Friday Factoid: Is Prince’s Estate Worth that of a King or a Pauper?
Representatives for the recently deceased pop star Prince must assign a future value to the celebrity’s name, likeness and image.
Posted on 6/8/16
Why Companies Should Be Concerned About the EEOC and Its Ever-Growing Reach Into Your Business – Part 1
This article is the first installment in a series adapted from our March 15th, 2016 Legal Lunch with Laura presentation: “Why Companies Should Be Concerned About . . .
Posted on 6/8/16
Telebriefs®: The EEOC’s Policy Pronouncement on the Use of Leaves of Absence as an Accommodation under the ADA
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has noted troubling trends in the prevalence of employer policies that deny or unlawfully restrict the use of leave as . . .
Posted on 6/8/16
Dallas-based Trial Law Firm Deans & Lyons Expands to Houston
Noted Dallas-based trial law firm Deans & Lyons, LLP, is expanding its Texas footprint with the addition of five prominent trial attorneys in the firm’s newly . . .
Posted on 6/8/16
Why Use an Outsourced Legal Department? – Part 3
Click here for Part 1 & Part 2Why should an organization consider using an outsourced legal department? This six-part series takes a look at some of the most . . .
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