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Employers of all sizes need to adopt employment policies that are custom-tailored to their facilities, operations and personnel. But, while this is important, it is also just the first step in the...

Compliance is essential for all types of businesses. Regardless of a business’s size, location and operations, effectively managing compliance is one of the keys to avoiding liability in both civil...

State workers’ compensation laws generally provide employers with immunity from personal injury and wrongful death claims when they provide coverage to their employees. This coverage can either be...

With a new year just around the corner, now is a time when many people are thinking about what they can do to minimize their tax liability. Tax, business and estate planning strategies often go...

For franchisors in all industries, effective brand protection is essential. A valuable and recognizable brand is one of the core elements of an attractive franchise offering, and failure to...

Preparing an estate plan is important regardless of your age, health, financial condition and family circumstances. While we all hope that nothing bad will happen unexpectedly, we cannot predict the...

One of the main reasons for entering into a contract is to prevent disputes in the future. But, to effectively serve its intended purpose, a contract needs to be comprehensive. If a contract omits...

Facing professional liability allegations can be frustrating, particularly if you don’t believe you have done anything wrong. It can also be scary. Regardless of their veracity, professional...

Once you reach a deal in principle, the next step is to put pen to paper. Entering into a written contract is essential for protecting the interests of both parties, and carefully negotiating a...

For most people, putting together an estate plan will involve preparing a will and a revocable trust—perhaps along with a few healthcare planning documents. Wills and revocable trusts are powerful...