By: Alex Simser Telecommunications providers are subject to a panoply of federal regulations and reporting requirements under the Communications Act, including regulation and reporting regarding privacy and security, contributions for the …
Considering Making A Qualified Opportunity Zone Investment?
By: Amanda Wilson Qualified Opportunity Zones are a hot topic in the tax and business world, and are an opportunity that span into almost any business market. I get questions …
Now Is The Time To Review Your Tax Provisions
By: Amanda Wilson As tax season is underway, one important deadline is coming that should not be overlooked. Tax law allows for partnership and LLC agreements to be amended retroactively …
The Purchase Order That Wasn’t
By: Jim O’Brien Company, having undertaken the effort of putting a master purchase agreement in place with a detailed specification and statement of work, was quite pleased with itself, having …
Resource Allocation – The Forgotten Risk
By: Jim O’Brien Whether a manufacturer, supplier or purchaser, the risk posed by interruption of supply is a critical consideration but yet, not always addressed in supply contracts. Rather, many …
Is your automatic renewal clause enforceable?
By: Alex Simser Automatic renewal clauses, or “evergreen clauses,” are a frequent occurrence in contracts of all kinds and are becoming increasingly prevalent as businesses transition from traditional methods of …
Is Your Website ADA Compliant? If Not, You Could Be Sued
By: Drew Sorrell Do you own or operate a business with a website that markets its goods or services? Chances are that you could be liable for violating the Americans …
The New Deduction For Pass-Through Entities May Apply to Your Tech Business
By: Amanda Wilson Do you have a tech business that you operate as a pass-through entity? If so, Section 199A of the recent tax reform legislation may apply to you …
Trademark Protection Challenges and Strategies for U.S. Cannabis Businesses
By: Alex Simser In almost every industry, businesses expend significant capital and resources to develop their brand, which, although intangible, is often the most valuable piece of property a business …
Seven Key Steps When Thinking About IP Due Diligence in Corporate Transactions
By: Jim O’Brien, Alex Simser, Stephen Thomas Intellectual Property (IP) assets play an increasingly significant role in corporate transactions — small and large — and the importance of involving IP …