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Montana Bill Prohibits Vaccine Mandates Until FDA Approval

This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevantAs discussed in the previous blog, employers are within their right to mandate the COVID-19 vaccine for their employees. Employers with employees in various jurisdictions must be aware of state laws that prohibit such mandates. This blog focuses on the state of Montana. (NOTE: This…

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The Rundown on Custody Evaluations: A Q&A

When a divorce involves children and a court-issued custody evaluation, the parents can understandably be uneasy about the process, what it will entail and how it will affect the outcome of the custody arrangement. The key to successfully navigating a custody evaluation is understanding how they work and having a strategy in place with your…

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The Weekly Scenario: Where is the Original Copy of your Will?

You should let someone know where your original Will is stored.  If one cannot be found after a person dies, a court may decide it was destroyed.  Dying without a Will means intestacy will rule the day and, in that case, state law determines how probate assets will pass. It may be a good idea…

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I Know All About Condo Living. After Surfside, Change Is Coming.

    I Know All About Condo Living. After Surfside, Change Is Coming. (The Champlain Towers Disaster) By David B. Haber, Esq.   Mr. Haber is a lawyer in Florida who is certified by the state bar in condominium law and represents condominium associations. His other practice areas include construction, complex business litigation and real…

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What Can You Take When Moving Out During a South Carolina Divorce?

One common factor in every South Carolina divorce case is that someone has to move out of the house.  However, who moves out, when, and why may vary from case to case. While separating might be best, reducing the odds of conflict, it can be a costly change and lead to confusion about what items…

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FinCEN Compliance with Corporate Transparency Act of 2020

Introduction. On January 1, 2021, the Corporate Transparency Act of 2020 (“CTA”) was enacted into law as part of H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act, 2021 (“NDAA”). The CTA added Section 5336 to the Bank Secrecy Act, 31 U.S.C. sections 5311 et seq., originally enacted in 1970 (“BSA”). On April 5, 2021, the United States…

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Philadelphia Mask Mandate Effective Midnight Tonight

This morning, the Philadelphia Health Commissioner outlined the new mandates for the City of Philadelphia. Effective Midnight tonight, the following applies: Everyone in Philadelphia must wear a mask when entering/exiting a public business, regardless of vaccination status. Businesses and Institutions must require a mask for all patrons. NOTE: If an institution requires all staff and…

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Can Public Facing Businesses Deny Entry Based on Vaccination Status?

Co Authors: Daniel Trujillo Esmeral and Helene Episcopo MAY I DENY A CUSTOMER OR CLIENT ENTRANCE TO MY BUSINESS? YES BUT. Business owners concerned about customers or clients entering their place of business without proof of a COVID-19 vaccine should be mindful of their obligations under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Specifically,…

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The Dangers of Dating During Divorce

It is not uncommon for couples coming out of a destructive relationship to want to begin dating again, searching for a new (and hopefully better) match. While this is understandable, it can prove risky in the context of a divorce in South Carolina. Though no one can control your actions as a consenting adult, there…

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OK at Work: Mandatory Arbitration Clauses

On this week’s episode of OK at Work, Russell Berger and Sarah Sawyer discuss the use of arbitration clauses by employers. Recently, House Democrats proposed a bill to ban mandatory arbitration clauses in the employment context, arguing that the out-of-court proceeding negatively impacts workers because it keeps bad actors out of the spotlight and makes…

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