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 […]
Dear Clients, Dear Partners, Dear Colleagues, Dear Friends, In order to deal with the unprecedented situation created by the spread of the Covid-19, Galion has decided to close its office until further notice, as a preventive measure to safeguard public health. We will continue to support the needs of our clients and partners through remote working, and […]
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 […]
Today, Attorney Laura Thalacker attended a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) online presentation and Q&A on the virus with Jay Butler, M.D. (Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases at the CDC) and other HR professionals. Over FORTY THOUSAND (40,000) HR professionals were logged in for the webinar, which provided the latest updates from the CDC […]
Welcome Back, Jessica! Jessica takes part in our 3rd podcast in this series discussing ‘How to Prepare and Protect Yourself as an Employee’, talking to our podcast host Jennifer Riggins. Jessica and Jennifer help you look for the red flags before starting a job, what to do while you are employed if you witness something […]
Companies should be dusting off and implementing their workplace pandemic preparedness plans. Here’s interim guidance for employers recently issued by the CDC for COVID-19, which includes recommended strategies employers should be using right now. Read more from the CDC here.
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 […]
Read on if the following applies to you: Your company was incorporated before 1 October 2009 with ‘Table A’ articles of association (“Table A”) You are the sole director and shareholder of your company Your company’s articles have never been comprehensively reviewed Caution: If you were to unexpectedly pass away, your company could be […]
IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Francisco A. Casanova of Ponte Andrade & Casanova. Francisco has joined IR as our exclusive Corporate Law & Employment Law (Corporate) Member in Venezuela. Founding partner of Ponte Andrade Casanova since the year 2005. He is a lawyer graduated from the Catholic University […]
