Recent updates to the federal independent dispute resolution process under the No Surprises Act have introduced significant operational changes affecting how payment disputes are processed and resolved.

The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has determined that genetically engineered American Chestnut trees, developed for enhanced tolerance to chestnut blight fungus, no longer require regulatory oversight. This landmark decision follows extensive evaluation of scientific data, public comments, and plant pest risk assessments submitted by the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Explore essential compliance guidance for political organizations navigating campaign finance, lobbying disclosure, and election law requirements. From 501(c)(4) advertising rules to FEC filing deadlines, these expert insights address the regulatory complexities facing corporations, associations, and PACs during election cycles.

The Office of Management and Budget has proposed significant revisions to the Uniform Guidance governing federal grants and cooperative agreements. Amy Hoang breaks down the most critical changes that organizations receiving federal funding need to understand and prepare for.

The Small Business Administration has proposed significant changes to size standards that determine whether companies qualify as small businesses for federal contracting purposes. Understanding these numerical thresholds and their implications is crucial for contractors navigating the government marketplace.

Tips For Startup Success - Foreign Entrepreneurs In The United States: First Get The Right Visa.

Paul Bain has completed the second edition of Art Law: Cases and Controversies, a comprehensive legal guide published by LexisNexis that examines the intricate legal frameworks governing art creation, transactions, collecting, and preservation. The publication features contributions from leading professionals and addresses how traditional art law principles intersect with modern challenges posed by the Internet and artificial intelligence technologies.

Partner Steve Augustino authored What Service Providers Can Do to Stem Illegal Robocalling in Independent Communications News (an ACA Connects publication).

Understanding And Support: Fostering LGBTQ+ Allyship (Video)

Business Facilities recently published Jeremy Schirra's article, "The Last Word: A Look At Incentives," discussing two particular items to note when selecting a site, other than the obvious general location, suitability...

Represented developer in the purchase of a construction company's storage yard for use in a planned residential redevelopment a block from the main commercial artery through Simsbury, CT.

Attorney Babak Shamsi explores the complex legal mechanisms governing easement enforcement and termination, examining the rights and remedies available to property owners when easement disputes arise. This webinar addresses critical questions about when and how easements can be legally terminated, and what enforcement options exist when easement rights are violated.

When purchasing property, understanding the full history of permits and remodels is crucial to avoiding costly surprises.

Senior Housing News recently published an interesting article (https://seniorhousingnews.com/2019/07/30/5-months-no-electricity-what-insignia-senior-living-learned-from-its-hurricane-ordeal/)

Tips For Startup Success - Pros And Cons Of Taking Strategic Investments From Big Players.

Attorney David C. Tingstad explores the critical role of EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) in determining business valuation within Washington State. This webinar examines how this financial metric serves as a foundational tool for establishing fair market value in business transactions and legal proceedings. Understanding EBITDA's application can significantly impact negotiations, sales, and dispute resolutions involving business worth.

Family offices face unprecedented cybersecurity risks that threaten not only their financial assets but also the privacy and personal safety of the families they serve.

Frank Borger Gilligan and Adin Tarr unpack cybersecurity related disclosures, including disclosures on Forms 8K and 10K, in their DW FastTrack podcast "SEC's New Cyber Security Rules."

Hi, I'm Chris Oli, shareholder and Intellectual Property Group chairperson at Parsons Bailey and Latimer. The dramatic rise in the use of artificial intelligence...

Terminates the use of diversity and inclusion practices in the Federal Aviation Administration's hiring and recruitment processes. The Administration has issued a more comprehensive...