Section 1031 exchange proceeds must be invested in direct property ownership, not in a real estate fund structured as a partnership. Delaware Statutory Trusts can be structured to allow Section 1031 investors to invest in the same property as a real estate fund, but to qualify for Section 1031 exchange, DSTS must comply with signfiicant operational restrictions and remove the flexibility that generally exists with a real estate fund.
Read MoreSection 1031 exchange proceeds must be invested in direct property ownership, not in a real estate fund structured as a partnership. Although a TIC structure is a possible alternative, due to a combination of tax law and mortgage lender requirements, TICs are an alternative only under limited circumstances require careful structuring to comply with both tax and securities laws.
Read MoreCrowdfunding is a popular form of fundraising for musicians and small business because it helps build a following while also raising money. However, it’s important to know when crowdfunding becomes subject to federal securities laws and what to do about it.
Read MoreThe recent $21 Million settlement with Columbia University is one of many cases showing the EEOC's renewed focus on antisemitism and religious discrimination generally. The Columbia University settlement, as well as cases involving Sabbath observance, modesty, and COVID-19 vaccine manadates serve as a cautionary tale to employers that hostility toward an employee's religion can't be justified as a political issue. Rather, the employer must prevent hostile work environments and accommodate the employees' religious beliefs when it is possible to do so without undue hardship.
Read MoreDuring a collaboration, authors may get caught up in the creative process and not consider the legal implications of their work. However, it’s important to decide up front whether they intend to create a joint work or composite work and work with an attorney to document their intention.
Read MoreTreating every challenge as a crisis can drain a team's energy and resources and make it harder to respond to a true crisis.
Read MoreThe OWBPA protects older employees by imposing strict requirements on ADEA releases. Failure to comply with these requirements can invalidate a release and make the employer vulnerable to EEOC claims for age discrimination.
Read MoreNearly five years after it was first proposed, the SEC appears to be returning its attention to the finder rule proposed during the the first Trump Administration.
Read MoreSync licensing can be a major income source for composers and songwriters. Businesses should be aware that any time they use non public domain music in their video content, they may need a sync license.
Read MoreWhether it be for a startup, artistic endeavor, or real estate investment, you may have to comply with securities laws. Learn why securities law can apply in unlikely situations and how having an experienced securities attorney on your team can help you navigate the fundraising minefield.
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