Legal Articles, Business

Government Investors and Sovereign Immunity - What You Should Know

Enforcing a judgment as a government investor when the government has waived its immunity should be discussed with a lender and take a strategic legal approach. We can help you see how it can be done in your case.

Private Advisors: Be Aware of New SEC Compliance Requirements

The Dodd- Frank Act has eliminated the exemption for private advisors. Many advisors had relied on this exemption to avoid registering with the Commission..

Raiding Case Results in $22 Million Award

After a five-year battle between two regional firms that are now part of much larger operations, a three-person mixed Panel of Public and Non-Public Arbitrators renders an award of $13.3 million in lost profits, $2.7 million in advance compensation repayments

Employment Law - Termination - Involuntay and Without Cause

It is important to consider how a severance agreement may affect the rights and benefits of a former employee, many of which may already be contracted to during the course of the employee's employment.

Merger & Acquisition - Potential SEC violation

The Two-Track merger structure, also known as the Burger King Merger, may cause the SEC to be triggered early and a violation of rule 14e-5 of the 1934's Act.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac - New Framework to Loans

The new framework with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac applies to loans on or after January 1st, 2013 and aims at providing more certainty and quality control.

US Subsdiaries and the Parent Company - What you should consider

Doing business in the US or abroad requires an understanding of the cultural, legal and financial systems of the country. Failure to comply with them may result in liability for the parent company.

Limit the Liability of Company Drivers

Whether the employee is an independent contractor, sub-contractor or full time employee, an increasing number of employees are found liable of negligent hiring.

Top Ten Issues a Professional Services Contract Should Cover

The top 10 things every professional services contract should include.

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act and Family Members' Signatures

The ECOA 15 U.S.C. 1691 makes it unlawful for any creditor to discriminate in any credit transaction on the basis of marital status.

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