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Trademark [Social] Distancing: How Close is Too Close?

Z. Peter Sawicki and James L. Young August 12, 2020

We both have active trademark practices and are constantly evaluating whether a client’s proposed trademark is available for use for that client’s goods or services. We review a lot of trademarks. While brands are valuable and very important for a business, we do our best to steer our clients away from difficulties that are ancillary to their primary mission –

The Statutory Demand for Insurance: A Widely Used, But Little-Understood Tool for All Attorneys

Adam Edgecombe July 31, 2020

Florida Statute § 627.4137 is probably familiar to many Florida attorneys, regardless of their practice areas. However, those familiar with the statute probably only have surface-level knowledge or awareness of how it works in practice. The statute is deceptively simple, with some pitfalls for the unwary. What Does the Statute Require? The statute requires liability insurers to provide a sworn

Trust Me Versus Show Me in Criminal Defense

Jeffrey Kakish July 30, 2020

Long before COVID-19, government-imposed restrictions, abuses of police authority, business shutdowns and quarantine, there was distrust and doubt in authority and our government. It is a tale as old as time but can the environment of today bring forth the changes our society demands? Today, in 2020, we regularly see doubt or distrust in two areas: the government/authority and science.

COVID-19 and Trends on the Roads: Link Between Coronavirus and Car Crashes

Michael Avanesian July 22, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the automobile insurance market beyond recognition. Before the pandemic, there were millions of Californians commuting on the road daily, which drastically reduced at the height of the lockdown measures. Even as the country starts to reopen, we are unlikely to see pre-lockdown commuting numbers for a while yet. The pandemic undeniably caused a a terrible

O-1 Visas: Everything You Need to Know

Deirdre Nero July 18, 2020

A foreigner with extraordinary skills in a particular field may wish to come to the United States temporarily and work for a specific employer. Later on, he may decide that he wants to stay in the United States and even become a U.S. citizen. However, once he has an O-1 Visa, he must first become a legal permanent resident and

Most Recent Trends on Employment Law Claims

Mohamed Eldessouky July 13, 2020

2020 has been an unprecedented year in many aspects, including employment law in the US. Employees in various industries have been faced with difficult situations, ranging from downsizing by some employers to wage cuts by others. While many of these actions by employers have been necessary, they should not come at the cost of workers’ employment rights. If your employer

What to do After a Car Accident in San Antonio

Nathaniel Mack July 13, 2020

If you have been involved in a car accident in Bexar County, it is important to contact a personal injury attorney so that your legal rights are protected from the very beginning. As we travel the roads, there is a likelihood that we might end up in a car accident. This sudden unexpected event can be an inconvenience at best

The Aftermath of COVID-19 on Immigration

Gigi Gardner July 13, 2020

What happens to immigration during a global pandemic, when international travel comes to a screeching halt and the economy worldwide is suddenly turned on its head? In just a few months, the effects have been far-reaching. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS Entry into the United States has been suspended of all foreign nationals who have been in China, Iran, Europe and Brazil

Is COVID-19 a Work-Related Injury Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?

Sheila Chavis July 13, 2020

As a lawyer who has represented injured workers for the past 15 years, I believe that the law should favor coverage for those who contract COVID-19 in their workplace. If you find that your lost work time due to COVID-19 is extended beyond 14 days and you are continuing to suffer lost wages while your medical bills pile up, you

Divisible Property Laws Key to Property Division During COVID-19

Kristin Hampson July 13, 2020

The longer-term economic impact of COVID-19 throughout the United States may not be fully understood. However, there are already significant, immediate impacts felt by families, particularly those families who were already experiencing the stress of divorce or separation. Introducing job loss, market decline, debt accumulation and delays resulting from court closures into an already stressful relationship escalates anxiety. Many are

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