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On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | March 23, 2023 |
M&A and Corporate
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are often associated with large corporations and billion-dollar deals, but they can also be a valuable tool for small businesses looking to grow and expand. M&A can provide small businesses with access to new markets, customers, and technology, as well as the resources and expertise needed…
by Samy W. Abdallah | February 23, 2023 |
Employment & Labor Law
Virginia has joined in on the growing trend of implementing a state-mandated retirement program with the new RetirePath Virginia program that goes into effect on July 1, 2023. Created by Virginia state law in an effort to bridge the retirement savings gap, covered employers will…
On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | February 2, 2023 |
Government Contracts
Two recent decisions from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) show how offerors cannot expect the government to fill in information missing from their proposal. Specifically, offerors cannot expect the government to consider their work as an incumbent on the current contract, nor can they expect the government to call the…
On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | January 19, 2023 |
Government Contracts
On December 1, 2022, the FAR Council issued a final rule, Effective Communication between Government and Industry, 87 FR 73902, effective December 30, 2022, that confirms that “Government acquisition personnel are permitted and encouraged to engage in responsible and constructive exchanges with industry” during the pre-solicitation phase…
by Elizabeth Payne-Maddalena | January 10, 2023 |
Business Litigation
, Employment & Labor Law
The federal Fair Trade Commission started 2023 with a bang by announcing a newly proposed rule that, if adopted, will categorically ban non-competes for almost all U.S. workers – including independent contractors. Under the proposed rule, the ban not only applies to new non-compete provisions, but will effectively invalidate…
by Elizabeth Payne-Maddalena | January 6, 2023 |
Employment & Labor Law
As the new year begins, many employers are taking the time to consider areas for potential advancement when it comes to company culture. As part of this, employers may be asking how they can further create welcoming workspaces for a diverse and inclusive workforce, including DEI initiatives. DEI stands for…
by Elizabeth Payne-Maddalena | January 4, 2023 |
Business Litigation
, Employment & Labor Law
A new Federal law recently passed targeting non-disclosure and non-disparagement clauses in the employment context. The 2022 Speak Out Act prohibits U.S. employers from using these kinds of provisions to prevent employees from disclosing or discussing disputes involving workplace sexual harassment and assault. However, the new law only applies to…
by Elizabeth Payne-Maddalena | December 15, 2022 |
Business Litigation
, Employment & Labor Law
On November 10, 2022, the FTC issued a new Policy Statement greatly expanding its scope of antitrust enforcement powers under Section 5 of the FTC Act.[1] The new Policy Statement makes it clear that the FTC will no longer limit its Section 5 enforcement powers to violations…
On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | December 2, 2022 |
M&A and Corporate
The Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) goes into effect on January 1, 2023 but covered entities should begin preparing now to work toward compliance. Below is an overview of the key aspects that businesses should be aware of. Who does it apply to? The VCDPA applies to entities…
On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | November 4, 2022 |
Employment & Labor Law
Although the focus on remote work began as a means for businesses to continue operations, the reality is that remote work is here to stay for many businesses. Over the past two years, many employees have moved locations within the US and this increased remote workforce has resulted in employers’…
