The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive set of European Union (EU) data protection rules that became effective in May 2018. The GDPR applies to any company regardless of … [Read more...]
KEY CONSIDERATIONS IN EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS
The termination of an executive’s employment by his or her employer is often accompanied by the offer of a severance package for the departing executive. It is crucial for the executive to fully … [Read more...]
ESTATE AND TRUST PLANNING ISSUES FOR BENEFICIARIES WITH OPIOID ADDICTIONS
The opioid crisis in the United States presents a growing challenge for both clients and estate planners. Opioids (such as OxyContin or Vicodin) are typically prescribed to treat pain following … [Read more...]
WHY NOW IS THE RIGHT TIME TO INVEST IN OPPORTUNITY ZONES
One of the lesser-known changes found in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 is the establishment of qualified opportunity zones (“QOZs”). QOZs were created to encourage private investment in … [Read more...]
WHAT A COMPANY CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR A RAINY DAY: BEST CRISIS MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Advance preparation work may not be the most glamorous project on your “to-do” list this year but it will pay dividends for a corporate brand and long-term health of a company when the inevitable day … [Read more...]