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M & A Nuggets: Boilerplate – Not A Dirty Word
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevant Severability. Integration. Governing Law. These are just a few of the paragraph headings that appear near the end of a purchase agreement. These are commonly referred to as boilerplate provisions. Even though these provisions are located near the end of the agreement, particular attention…
A Video Conversation with Jenny Thompson, CEO of Code It Here- Part 1
Giving Baltimore youth the opportunity to learn how to code while completing real-world projects Jenny Thompson is the CEO of Code It Here, digital agency in Baltimore, MD that incorporates mentoring into every project. Compelled by a desire to foster the next generation of developers and give back to the community, the staff at Code…
Read | Delete: Ping Pong Tables & Tech Companies
“Last year, the first quarter was hot” for tables, says Mr. Ng, who thinks sales track the tech economy. Now “there’s a general slowdown.” In the first quarter of 2016, his table sales to companies fell 50% from the prior quarter. In that period, U.S. startup funding dropped 25%, says Dow Jones VentureSource, which tracks…
Construction Alert: Changes To Maryland Law To Affect All MD Home Improvement Contractors
In April 2016, the Maryland Legislature enacted important changes and modifications to the laws affecting Maryland home improvement contractors. The new legislation, which was signed into law by Governor Larry Hogan on May 10, 2016, makes significant changes to what is commonly known as the “Door-to-Door Sales Act,” a consumer protection law enacted to protect…
How to Start a Business in the U.S. as a Foreign National
The U.S. prides itself on being a nation born of immigrants and entrepreneurs. Opening its doors to foreign nationals seeking to live the American dream is something that continues to this day. But if you’re looking to start a business in the U.S. as a foreign national or alien, you’ll no doubt have questions. What…
Can HOAs limit the display of political signs?
With an election year upon us, we’re again getting inquiries from our HOA clients on what, if anything, they can do to limit the size or number of political campaign signs owners can put on their property. The answer depends on several factors, one of which is what the local municipal ordinances have to say…
Why Use an Outsourced Legal Department? – Part 2
Click here for Part 1 Why should an organization consider using an outsourced legal department? This six-part series takes a look at some of the most compelling reasons to engage a third-party lawyer or team of lawyers to meet your legal needs. Reason #2 to Consider an Outsourced Legal Department: Client Relationship Managers Communication between…
The Weekly Scenario: ABLE Account & PATH Act
Question: What is an ABLE account and how does the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015 affect such accounts? Answer: The IRS enacted legislation (new Code Section 529A) permitting distributions from so-called ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts to be made tax free for the general welfare of special needs children. These accounts…
Estate Planning for Disabled Individuals Video Series – Part 1- What is Estate Planning?
Estate planning can be a challenging process when disabled individuals are involved. There are legal issues that, even those with the best intentions, can completely alter the outcome of an estate plan. In this video series, Estate Planning and Administration Principal at Offit Kurman, discusses the strategies regarding estate planning for disabled individuals, specifically children….
Friday Factoid: Preakness Is Well Protected
Providers of goods and services often register marks not only in connection with their core offering, but also in connection with related goods and services. For example, Maryland Jockey Club of Baltimore City, Inc. has registered PREAKNESS with the USPTO not only for horse racing events, but also in connection with drinking vessels, clothing and…
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