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Law Firms: Economic Nexus May Be Heading Your Way
Economic nexus statutes are sweeping across the nation. The consequence for law firms is that your firm may be required to file a tax return in a state which no firm member or employee has even been in.
Succession Recession
The current economic recession has created a succession recession, as many firms have tabled thoughts of succession planning primarily due to the fact that the Baby Boomer generation is contributing the most to law firm revenues.
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New Regulations Will Enhance Disclosure for Your Pension Plans
After years of study, thousands of hours of congressional testimony, hundreds of hearings and uncountable public comments, the Department of Labor issued Reg 408(b)2 and 404(a), designed to force better disclosure. With this better information, it is hoped that both plan providers and participants will make better decisions, leading to improved retirement preparation for America's workers.
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Practice Tip: Pliva, Inc. v. Mensing
There is language in the <i>Mensing</i> opinion written by Justice Thomas, as well as in Justice Sotomayer's dissenting opinion, which suggests that the Court might be receptive to prescription drug preemption arguments.
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The Supreme Court and Product Liability
Part One of this article discussed the impact of Supreme Court decisions addressing personal jurisdiction and preemption. Part Two herein discusses decisions involving class actions, pharmaceutical marketing practices, arbitration and proximate cause.
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Illinois' Civil Union Act
Illinois is now one of 22 jurisdictions in the United States that extend some form of state-level spousal rights to same-gender couples.
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Avoiding Whistleblower Retaliation Claims Under the Dodd-Frank Act
This article provides an overview of the Dodd-Frank Act's whistleblower and anti-retaliation provisions, as well as practical steps to help employers avoid retaliation claims.
Talk to Your Employees About Unions
An open discussion about unions with your employees is legal and a good idea, whether you want a union-free environment or not, according to the author. Here's why.
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