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Read/Delete: International Travel Bounced Back Strongly in 2022

Read/Delete: International Travel Bounced Back Strongly in 2022   While few industries have been spared by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic over the past three years, even fewer have been hit as hard as the tourism sector. After Covid-19 had made 2020 “the worst year in tourism history,” international tourist arrivals increased by just 11…

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Why should I get a Second Parent Adoption?

While many states have followed suit in adding protections for same-sex marriages and families after the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, there are still many uncertainties when it comes to family formation in the LGBTQ+ community. For example, in a recent case out of Oklahoma, a judge ruled that a married, non-biological mother…

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Cannabis Manufacturing Complicated by New Jersey Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA) and Potential Environmental Liability

New Jersey’s Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA) may impose significant environmental liabilities on unsuspecting Class 2 Cannabis Manufacturers, including liability for historical contamination.  ISRA requires investigation and remediation of all historical contamination, whether or not caused by the manufacturer, each time certain business goes through a change of ownership or control or ceases operations including…

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Navigating Virtual Parenting Time in South Carolina

In the age of technology, virtual parenting time has become a more frequent aspect of child custody and visitation arrangements. As separated and divorced parents begin to navigate this new normal, it is essential to understand what virtual parenting time is, when it’s used, and how best to implement it into a modern family schedule….

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Aspects of Affirmation: Week 1 An Overview of the Experiences and Needs of Transgender and Non-binary Youth

On March 7th, we launched week 1 of the Aspects of Affirmation webinar series taking place on Tuesday nights throughout the month of March, in anticipation of International Day of Transgender Visibility on March 31st. My special guest for week 1 was Celeste Fiore (they/them), Esq., an out non-binary transmasculine attorney and activist who is…

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Adhering to Laws of Every State in Which Employees Are Working Remotely Part II

As I’ve written before, the employment laws of the states where an employer hires employees are applicable to the employment relationship. If you missed those blogs, you may access them here and here. I am listing more types of laws to consider here. If you’re bored by this topic, I promise this is my last…

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Beware Sellers . . . Caveat Emptor May Not Be All You Believe it to Be!

When it comes to buying residential real estate in Virginia, the doctrine of caveat emptor, or “buyer beware,” may not be as onerous as you think. I’ve had numerous potential clients come to me with horror stories of post-purchase discoveries or mishaps occurring shortly after buying a property. Appliances are breaking down, ceilings are collapsing,…

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New Federal Law on Pregnancy: Three Things to Know

March is Women’s History Month. Despite our nation’s extensive history, only 100 years have passed since women have had the right to vote – and a few decades since discrimination against women in the workplace has been illegal — making the legal landscape surrounding women’s rights still relatively new. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (the…

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Modifying Your Existing Custody Agreement in South Carolina

When it comes to family law cases, many people never want to return to Family Court after surviving their divorce case, but there are times, especially when children are involved, that it may be unavoidable for one reason or another. One of the most common issues that comes up in my client consultations is how…

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OK at Work: Fair Labor Standards Act and the Exemptions

On this week’s OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger discuss the Fair Labor Standards Act, its exemptions, and the Supreme Court’s recent ruling in a case involving the highly compensated exemption. While many employers focus on the job duties test when determining exempt status, the recent Supreme Court decision is a good reminder…

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