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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Offers Expedited Examination for COVID-19 Medical Goods and Services
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevantThe United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced a new initiative whereby at no additional cost it will conduct an expedited initial review of trademark applications for goods and services designed to prevent, diagnose, treat or cure COVID-19. In order to qualify for…
How to Change Your Name After a Divorce in South Carolina
Though you may have wanted to take your husband’s name when you married, it can be a painful reminder of bad times to keep his name after you’ve divorced. It is for this reason that it is quite common for women to resume their maiden (or other prior) name change during or after a divorce….
PPP Loans for U.S. Subsidiaries of Foreign Companies
On March 27, 2020, U.S. President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. A major part of the Cares Act is the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which is intended to provide economic relief to small businesses that are affected by COVID-19. The PPP is administered through the U.S. Small Business Administration…
Family Business Hacks: Clear Roles
Family Business Hacks: Clear Roles In many families, family members are treated equally—there’s no hierarchy or codified structure. However, according to Offit Kurman attorney Mike Mercurio, bringing this mindset into a family business is frequently a trap. In this installment of Family Business Hacks, Mike talks to Denise O’Neill (President, The Alternative Board) about why family…
Getting Back to Work During COVID-19: The New Normal from an Employment Attorney’s Perspective
WEBINAR HELD Tuesday, June 16th, 20208:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. This live webinar is eligible for 1 Hour of CPE! If you have any questions or need assistance with implementing the above, please contact Jenni Fleck Jones at jjones@belfint.com Watch The Recording Please join Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, CPAs and Offit Kurman for our presentation…
Upping the Ante: Maryland Sports Wagering is Coming to a Ballot Near You
While the world was focused on COVID-19, the Maryland legislature passed legislation that will place a referendum on sports wagering on the November 2020 ballots. The issue will be presented as: “Do you favor the expansion of commercial gaming in the State of Maryland to authorize sports and event betting for the primary purpose of…
D.C. Property Management Minute: How to Deal With a Tenant Who Is an Attorney or Law Student
When it comes to property management, the District of Columbia has a unique set of laws. Join Billy each week as he gives you advice on dealing with a common property management problem in D.C. and how to quickly solve it.
Read & Share: The World’s Most Powerful Passports
Not all passports employ the same freedoms for those who carry them. The Henley Passport Index has again named Japan as having the world’s most powerful passport. Japanese passport holders have visa-free access or visa-on-arrival access to an impressive 191 countries. Singapore is in second place with 190 destinations. Then comes South Korea with 189 visa-free…
Tuesdays with Todd: How to Avoid a Wrongful Eviction
Tuesdays with Todd is a short, weekly video series with tips and important information for the Maryland landlord and property manager. From instructions on filing non-payment to rent suits to steps you need to take to schedule an eviction, Todd puts the pieces together for you to help you be the most informed property manager or landlord.
Series LLCs: Are They for Your Business? – Part I
What is a Series Limited Liability Company (“Series LLC”)? In short, it is an LLC composed of a “parent” LLC and one or more subsidiary LLCs, each called a “series.” It is the legal entity solution to the need of many business and investment enterprises to separate business activities economically, for tax purposes and to…
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