News, Insights & Events

Many of the attorneys in the Law Firm Alliance author articles and thought leadership pieces on important topics and trends covering a wide variety of practices.

While these articles are correct on matters of law when they are produced, verdicts, rulings, legislation and other actions may affect the applicability of some of the information. Please consult your legal advisor before making decisions on the information you read here.

Articles

What You Need to Know about the FTC Safeguards Rule

May 26, 2023
Samantha Taylor and Jarell Hunt - Tonkon Torp LLP
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New York Department of Health Commissioner Recommends Repeal of the Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandate

May 25, 2023
Adam P. Mastroleo and Hannah K. Redmond - Bond, Schoeneck & King
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New York State Considers Ban of Non-Compete Agreements in the Shadow of the FTC’s Proposed Nationwide Ban

May 25, 2023
Bradley A. Hoppe and Kevin G. Cope - Bond, Schoeneck & King
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PUMP Act Expands Employee Lactation Break Rights

May 25, 2023
Jordan Jeter - Tonkon Torp LLP
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NYC Council Passes Bill to Prohibit Height, Weight Discrimination

May 23, 2023
Lisa R. Feldman - Bond, Schoeneck & King
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Estate Planning With Limited Liability Companies: Transfers of Business Interests as a Planning Opportunity

May 19, 2023
Matthew W. Thompson and Peter B. von Stein, Trusts and Estates Attorney, Ward and Smith, P.A.

Limited liability companies ("LLCs") are used regularly in estate planning to achieve estate tax savings and to consolidate asset management.

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4/20 Bill Could Sour Relationships Between Cannabis Growers and Sellers

May 3, 2023
Dustin M. Dorsino and Jeffrey B. Scheer - Bond, Schoeneck & King
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Commentary on Franchising Myths from the FTC

May 3, 2023
Arthur J. DeBaugh, Intellectual Property Attorney and Olivia G. Lewis, Business Attorney, Ward and Smith, P.A.

Drive down almost any busy street, and you'll see numerous examples of well-known franchises, from McDonald's to Ace Hardware. You may have considered opening a franchise and wondered about the potential rewards and risks.