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How to Avoid Estate Litigation
Trust and estate litigation is an all-too-common outcome for individuals and families in the wake of a loved one’s passing. But why? Is it just about money? Inter-personal and family disagreements? Or something else entirely? The answer inevitably varies. Many, if not most, estate disputes have some underlying familial distrust and disagreement. These family issues…
Next Steps After the H-1B Lottery
Originally posted 05.5.19, content updated 01.10.24 After the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) finishes the H-1B lottery, they will send out receipt notices, process and adjudicate petitions, send out approval notices, and then send reject notices along with the filed petition and filing fees.[1] Prior to sending out a notice of receipt, the USCIS…
OK at Work: Using Reimbursement Provisions with Employees
On this week’s OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger address the benefits and risks associated with employers using reimbursement provisions with employees. While employers generally have some ability to require employees to reimburse certain expenses if they choose to leave, there are limits on how enforceable these provisions are currently that we expect…
Behind the Headlines: Understanding the Nuances of Mickey Mouse’s Public Domain Status
Public Domain Day is a relatively new celebratory event observed on January 1. The purpose of this day is to celebrate the entry of works that were protected by copyright into the public domain. Before Public Domain Day, articles routinely appear reporting on the works entering the public domain name. In recent years, works entering…
Navigating the Path of Divorce Post-Holiday Season: A Guide to Moving Forward
Divorce is a highly emotional process, and the holidays may offer a temporary reprieve from the intensity of these emotions. However, once the festive season concludes, individuals may find themselves emotionally prepared to confront the challenges of divorce. Once the New Year begins, it may become clearer that the issues within the marriage are insurmountable….
U.S. Visa Options for Foreign Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Originally posted 03.22.20, content updated 01.8.20 This article will explore the L intracompany transfer visa and the E treaty investor and trader visa. Foreign businesses regardless of nationality can send executives, managers, and other workers to work for existing or new offices in the U.S. under the L visa category. The E visa category is…
Updates to the H-1B Work Visa Petition Process for 2020 Applicants and What Employers Need to Know
Originally posted 2.28.20, no content changes. This blog post may contain information that was accurate at the time of publication but could become outdated over time. We strive to provide relevant and timely content, but circumstances, facts, and data can change. Users are encouraged to verify the current status of any information presented and seek…
What Happens to My Business During Divorce?
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, and when business ownership is thrown into the mix, it can become even more complex. For business owners, the stakes may be high, as the outcome of a divorce can significantly impact the future of their business. One of the initial steps regarding a business is to…
2024 Update – Federal Exemption and Exclusion Amounts
Beginning January 1, 2024, the IRS has increased the federal estate tax exemption to $13.61 million per person and $27.22 million for married couples. This increase also applies to the lifetime gifting exemption and means that individuals can transfer up to $13.61 million tax-free during their lifetime or at death. Married couples can double the…
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Originally posted 11.2.20, content updated 1.3.24 An E-2 Treaty Investor visa[1] is a non-immigrant visa that allows foreign nationals of a treaty country to enter the U.S. to work on developing and directing the operations of a business. This visa is for an individual who wishes to invest by starting up or buying a business, small or…
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