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What Is the Employee Retention Credit? Do You Qualify?

Linda Honey March 9, 2023

Many business owners are quickly running to apply for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) mistakenly believing that any disruption of business during the pandemic will qualify a business for the credit. However, simply being affected by the pandemic may not be sufficient to qualify a business for the refundable credit. Most employers are familiar with the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

When Your Dream Build Turns into A Nightmare

Brandon M. Schwartz March 7, 2023

Construction defects are a significant concern for homeowners, builders, and contractors. Identifying and resolving construction defects is vital to all parties engaged in the Minnesota build process. The following provides the legal framework surrounding construction defects, steps to identify and establish these defects, and the recourse available to affected parties. Understanding Construction Defects A construction defect is a flaw or

Don’t Forget Your Password – Share It!

Z. Peter Sawicki and James L. Young March 3, 2023

We are old enough to remember when television only came into your home through an antenna, and there were only a handful of TV broadcast stations you could even watch. We. Are. So. Old. Then along came cable TV, with its eventual offering of hundreds of television channels, on-demand video viewing and digital recording capabilities. Now, we are in the

EzriCare Delsam Eye Drop Recall Lawsuit

Tommy Hastings February 28, 2023

The Recall of EzriCare and Delsam Pharma Eye Drops: Understanding the Dangers and Available Legal Remedies The recent recall of Ezricare and Delsam eye drops has raised serious concerns among consumers. The defects that prompted the recall have put many people at risk. It is important to understand what happened, what the recalled eye drops are, and the potential dangers.

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacteria Infection Lawsuit

Tommy Hastings February 16, 2023

What is Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacteria? Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a type of bacteria that can be found in various environments, including soil, water, and in human-made structures such as hospitals and other healthcare facilities. It is known for its ability to develop resistance to antibiotics and is, unfortunately, often a hospital-acquired infection. Due to the serious infections caused by the bacteria

Soothsayers & American Ingenuity

Z. Peter Sawicki and James L. Young February 15, 2023

“Everything that can be invented has been invented.” All patent attorneys know this curious statement, and that it was supposedly uttered in 1899 by Charles H. Duell. It probably would have gone unnoticed except for the fact that when he said it, this alleged soothsayer was the Commissioner of the U.S. Patent Office. Most (but not all) patent attorneys also

What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You – Asbestos in Talc

Jeffrey B. Simon January 31, 2023

We all know the adage, “What you don’t know can hurt you.” There is truth in that conventional wisdom. Harms caused by exposure to talc-based cosmetic and body powders prove the point. Unbeknownst to consumers, there are asbestos fibers inside many of the talc products they purchase. Exposure to asbestos can cause ovarian cancers and malignant mesothelioma. Over the last

Marketing Tips and Considerations for Private Offerings

Brittany Cox January 31, 2023

When conducting a private offering, there are several facts and circumstances to weigh when deciding on a safe harbor. Section 4(a)(2) of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder provides an exemption from registration for companies (issuers) that offer securities in a private offering. Rule 506(b) and Rule 506(c) of Regulation D

Dallas’ New Dr. Death?

Kay Van Wey January 31, 2023

If there is anyone out there reading this who hasn’t heard of “Dr. Death,” I suggest you listen to the Podcast, watch the documentary “Dr. Death Undoctored,” watch the “American Greed” episode about the case, or heck … just Google him. You’ll likely catch me on there talking about the case and the multiple patients of his I had the

Independent Counsel in Derivative Litigation

Brandon M. Schwartz January 30, 2023

Whether it be a shareholder oppression claim, a majority shareholder asserting a breach of fiduciary duty claim against a minority shareholder, or claims against those in control, derivative litigation is prevalent and provides a check on wrongdoing. And the necessity that each party in litigation has independent counsel advocating for their rights is well-established. Here, we discuss when independent counsel

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