Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Deadlines Are Here!
With the passage of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), there are a ton of questions. Most companies must file a Beneficial Owner Information Report (BOIR). Here are some of the main points: When do...
View ArticleNLRB Adds “Stay-or-Pay” Provisions to the List of Employee Restrictions that...
On October 7, 2024, National Labor Relation Board (NLRB) General Counsel (GC), Jennifer Abruzzo, issued a memorandum to NLRB field offices adding additional substance to the position on non-competes...
View ArticleAmazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate: What It Means for Northern Virginia’s Real...
Amazon’s recent announcement that employees will be required to return to the office five days a week has sparked significant interest in the real estate and business communities. This policy shift is...
View ArticleDo Employees Have the Right to Federal Holidays Off?
Federal holidays are recognized national observances that, for many, play a significant role in American culture. They offer employees an opportunity to take a break from work, celebrate important...
View ArticleEEOC’s 2024 Litigation Has Focused on the ADA and PWFA
Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that the agency had filed 110 lawsuits challenging unlawful employment discrimination practices in fiscal year 2024. The...
View ArticleHow Zoning Policies Shape Data Center Development in Northern Virginia
Northern Virginia is a major hub for data centers, housing one of the world’s densest concentrations of data facilities. This rapid expansion has fueled economic growth but also raised significant...
View ArticleCourts Issue Mixed Rulings in Legal Challenges to FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes....
Important updates on the status of the FTC’s Rule banning non-competes: In a further update to the litigation status of the FTC’s final rule banning employee non-competes, on October 18, 2024, the...
View ArticleThe Corporate Transparency Act is Still Alive and Community Associations May...
As we have previously discussed, despite some pieces of litigation challenging the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), the CTA is still in place for now and companies and organizations need to grapple...
View ArticleMental Health Crisis Management for Employers
Employee mental health support is no longer just an option—it’s a necessity. With mental health challenges on the rise, employers must be prepared to handle crises effectively and compassionately....
View ArticleMechanic’s Liens in the DMV: Comparing D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
As construction projects often span multiple jurisdictions throughout the metropolitan Washington area, commonly known as the DMV, understanding the differences in mechanic’s lien laws in Washington,...
View ArticleDOL’s 2024 FLSA Overtime Rule Blocked by Texas Federal Court
On November 15, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s 2024 Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) Salary Basis Rule (“2024 Rule”) was vacated by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of...
View ArticleUnderstanding Schedule F: What It Means for Federal Employees and Contractors
The concept of “Schedule F” in federal employment was a topic of considerable discussion in the run-up to the 2024 presidential election, raising questions about its implications in 2025 and beyond...
View ArticleUnderstanding Proffers in Land Development: A Balanced Perspective
Proffers, a central component of land use and zoning approvals, are commitments made by developers to address the impacts of their projects on surrounding communities. While these commitments are...
View ArticleCorporate Transparency Act is Blocked by Texas Federal Court
On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction in the case of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland,blocking implementation of the...
View ArticlePowering the Future: Data Centers, Energy Innovation, and Economic Growth
As the global demand for data processing and storage surges, the data center industry continues to play a critical role in shaping the future of technology, energy, and economic development. Recent...
View ArticleWhat to Expect When You’re Inspecting
Buying or selling a house is a monumental milestone, often accompanied by a mix of excitement and anxiety. Among the many steps in a real estate transaction, home inspections play a critical role. For...
View ArticleUPDATE – 12/27/24 Never Mind…CTA Reporting Requirements are Back Again!
We have written regularly on the requirements of most business owners, subject to limited exceptions, to file disclosure documentation as required by the Corporate Transparency Act. We also updated...
View ArticleLLC Ownership Structures Explained
Choosing the right ownership structure for your Limited Liability Company (LLC) can have a significant impact on how your business operates, its tax obligations, and its growth potential. LLCs are...
View ArticleWearable Technologies in the Workplace: What are the Risks for Employers?
It is becoming increasingly common for employers, especially in the construction, manufacturing, and warehousing sectors, to outfit workers with wearable technologies, or “wearables” — devices worn on...
View ArticleUPDATE – 12/31/24 Wait…Forget “Never Mind”…The Fifth Circuit Vacates its Stay...
On December 26, 2024, the on-again, off-again saga of the reporting requirements for most small business owners under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) took another twist when the U.S. Court of...
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