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Non-Competes are Making a Comeback

September 19, 2017

Business, Employment, Workplace

Non-compete agreements in the United States (sometimes called “non-competes”) are making a comeback, and they’re no longer just for top executives or salespersons. Just a few years ago, legal and employment experts predicted the demise…More

Investing on Political Party Lines

August 22, 2017

Business, Government

Alternative index funds are hot. While traditional index funds are tied to market-capitalization, or total-stock market value, alternative index (or, smart beta) funds have elected to weigh portfolios on other factors like volatility or global…More

Eric Pritchard’s latest Column – Legal Watch: So You Want to Open a Franchise…

July 19, 2017

Business, Electronic Security Alarm Industry

Kleinbard business and finance partner, Eric Pritchard, writes a monthly column for securityinfowatch.com.  His latest column – Legal Watch: So You Want to Open a Franchise… focuses on franchising in the electronic security alarm industry.  

Tax Court Institutes Barrier To S Corporation ESOPs

June 27, 2017

Business, ESOPs, Tax

The Tax Court recently issued an opinion on an issue of significance to companies that are S corporations for federal tax purposes, that use some form of accrual method of accounting, and that have, or…More

Social Media and the Workplace – How to Protect Your Business’ Interests

May 11, 2017

Business, Employment, Social Media

Employers use a variety of restrictive covenants to protect their client and employee relationships, competitive interests and confidential information.  These include non-compete agreements, non-solicit agreements and confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements.  The proliferation of social media use in…More