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Client Update – Executive Order Upends Affirmative Action For Federal Contractors and Opens Door to False Claim Act Liability

02/19/2025

On January 21, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), President Trump issued an executive order entitled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” (the “Executive Order” or “EO”). This Executive Order significantly …

CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT: NATIONWIDE INJUNCTION IN EFFECT AGAIN; ALL FILING DEADLINES SUSPENDED

12/30/2024

In a continuing series of judicial actions, on December 26, 2024, a merits panel of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order (the “Merit Panel Order”) reinstating the …

How to Find Venture Capital for Early-Stage Scaling Companies

01/06/2025

By John F. Cohan Introduction to Venture Capital Securing venture capital is a pivotal step for early-stage scaling companies aiming to expand. Venture capitalists (VCs) provide essential funding in exchange for equity …

How to Find Angel Investors for Early-Stage Scaling Companies

01/06/2025

By John F. Cohan Introduction to Angel Investors Securing funding is a pivotal step for early-stage scaling companies aiming to expand their operations. Angel investors can be a valuable source of funds, …

Angel Investor Series – Brett Reed

10/10/2024

Hey, everybody, I’m Brett Reed. I’m the executive vice president of Partnerships at Mirah, a Boston based behavioral health technology company that helps behavioral health clinicians improve outcomes. Tell Us …

Foundational Financing Puzzle Pieces

09/17/2024

I often have conversations about financing with passionate entrepreneurs.  The advice I give is that before approaching financing sources, it’s critically important to make sure that the company’s “foundational puzzle …

When Does My Patent Expire?

08/28/2024

Patents can be used to protect your innovations.  There are different types of patents that can be obtained through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).  In particular, utility patents …

Code of Conduct in the Workplace

08/01/2024

By Casey Phillips There are many reasons an organization may consider implementing a code of conduct for their workforce. Some companies are subject to regulations that make it a requirement, but …

Client Success Stories – RaySecur

07/08/2024

Alex Sappok – CEO, Raysecur Tell Us About Your Journey My journey actually starts growing up in an immigrant family. Both my parents moved to the US from Germany to a country …

The Operating Agreement: Protecting Your New Business

05/23/2024

By Michael Brier Limited liability companies have become an increasingly common form of business organization, primarily because of ease of management. They are also easy to form: most states do not …

Securing Your Business From Cyber Threats

05/14/2024

In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and ever-evolving cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data, and responding effectively to cyberattacks have become critical priorities for businesses of all sizes. Gesmer …

Hiring An Attorney For Your Corporation

05/08/2024

By Peter Moldave For founders embarking on their new journey, navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task. Having the right legal counsel can make a significant difference in the …

Client Success Stories – Wicked Good Cookies

04/04/2024

Tell Us About Your Journey My journey, let’s see, I grew up with two brothers and my father was in the high-tech business, had a successful company. I’ve always been …

Trademark Protection and Cannabis Products

02/13/2024

By Matthew E. Connors Protection of trademark rights in the United States is only given to those products and services that are considered legal at the federal or state level. While …

Update to California Law Outlawing Noncompetes

08/28/2024

For companies with employees in California, it has long been accepted practice that noncompeteprovisions in employment agreements are unenforceable. California courts have ruled that suchprovisions are invalid under California’s general …