The SEC has adopted a rule expanding the definition of accredited investor to include certain securities professionals, knowledgeable employees of the issuer, and others.
Read MoreThe pandemic will forever change how people conduct business and use real estate. These changes will necessitate that people reexamine how they allocate risk in their contracts.
Read MoreMaryland now recognizes an independent cause of action for breach of fiduciary duty by majority members.
Read MoreEmployers must balance the need to keep employees from COVID-19 with employment discrimination laws.
Read MoreThe coronavirus pandemic has revealed gaps in traditional severability provisions, which leave parties vulnerable to having to decide between breaching a contract or violating a government order or CDC recommendation..
Read MoreBefore the coronavirus pandemic, only a handful of states allowed remote online notarization. Now, most states allow remote notaries.
Read MoreBeing able to work in a variety of environments enables employees to be available when needed without sacrificing family life. Plus, it’s terrific for mental health to be able to work outside while sipping a cup of coffee and enjoying the morning sun and a gentle breeze.
Read MoreStay-at-home orders differ from orders closing non-essential businesses, which only restrict business activity. Stay-at-home orders limit individual movement and may impose criminal liability on individuals who violate them.
Read MoreAs states order closure of non-essential businesses, differing federal and state standards can make it challenging for business and real estate owners to determine whether their busineses are essential and can remain open.
Read MoreParties entering into contracts during this historic pandemic may want a COVID-19 specific force majeure clause. Since these clauses cover a force majeure event that is already occurring, they require different considerations than typical force majeure clauses.
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