After the House of Representatives voted on and passed the initial version of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act on March 14, the House issued a revised bill on March 16 to make “technical corrections” and address concerns relating to the Bill’s impact on small businesses. With respect to employer requirements under the revised legislation, the […]
As we all address the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impacts, lawyers hear questions time and again about how to treat sick employees and sick leave. Most employers today have sick leave policies because of legal requirements imposed by federal, state, or local law. And, most employers know to try to reasonably accommodate employees who […]
The Coronavirus has flipped the “usual” course of business for most organizations. For some – this, unfortunately, means completely shutting down without the prospect of an alternative (i.e., sporting and recreational industries). However, a viable alternative for businesses that can adapt is changing to a remote workforce. Switching to a completely “virtual” workplace can maintain […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has people around the world taking precautionary measures in an effort to decrease the spread of and risks from the coronavirus. Residents in an apartment complex and employees and customers of businesses in commercial properties tend to come into close contact with others daily. Landlords, building owners, and property management companies should […]
When it comes to property management, the District of Columbia has a unique set of laws. Join me each week as I give you advice on dealing with a common property management problem in D.C. and how to quickly solve it. Watch on Youtube
The Federal Circuit in HZNP Meds. LLC v. Actavis Labs. UT, Inc., 940 F.3d 680 (Fed. Cir. 2019) reiterated that the term “consisting essentially of” permits inclusion of components not listed in a claim, provided that they do not materially affect the basic and novel properties of the invention. Id. at 693. Importantly, the Federal Circuit also found […]
Green is the color of money. It also represents the earth and eco-friendly products, causes and organizations. During March, green is also associated with St. Patrick’s Day, when people celebrate the holiday by dyeing their food, drinks and rivers green. To mark the occasion, test your knowledge of these famous green logos and brands. Start […]
March 14 (3.14) is also known as “Pi Day” – a day to celebrate the constant number representing the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. Because “pi” and “pie” are homophones, many observe Pi Day by eating pie, throwing pies and telling pie jokes. Mark the occasion by testing your knowledge of these […]
Tuesdays with Todd is a weekly, one-minute, video series with tips and important information for the Maryland landlord and property manager. From instructions on filing non-payment to rent suits to steps you need to take to schedule an eviction, Todd puts the pieces together for you to help you be the most informed property manager or […]
This is an update to our recent announcement of the new US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rule requiring direct email addresses of trademark applicants and registrants. After receiving numerous written objections from US trademark practitioners regarding the USPTO’s new rule that originally required each application to include the applicant’s direct e-mail address, the USPTO […]
Estate and gift taxes can worry about our clients—especially when the numbers change. The numbers for many of these taxes have changed for 2020, so a new-year review is wise. You will see in the chart below that, while the amounts that are excluded from taxes keep going up, if you haven’t reviewed your estate […]
Remember back in 2013 when everyone couldn’t stop singing Miley Cyrus’ “La-da-di-da-di, we like to party” song? So original America thought she was, but her famous tune was reworked and inspired by one of the most sampled songs in the world: La Di Da Di by rappers Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh. But that’s […]