Our Family Business Resource Center provides research, news, and commentary on significant developments, plus other resources helpful to both family businesses and their service providers. From ownership and leadership transition, to corporate governance, employment issues, policy and estate planning, philanthropy, and growth and exit strategies, our team of advisors presents the most relevant news and insights for every facet of your family’s business.
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Converting Your Family Business Entity: Why Convert?
USA - November 14 2022 Contrary to popular belief, the legal structure of your business is not permanent and can change to meet the needs of your evolving family business…
Bills to Boost Children's Online Safety Increase Family Business's Privacy Protection Responsibilities
USA - September 12 2022 Family businesses should prioritize protecting consumers' privacy and personal information—particularly children's personal information—more than…
Advertising Law: Dark Patterns in Marketing
USA - August 31 2022 "Now or never." "Don't delay." "No-fee sign-up." "No registration required." "Free 30-day trial." Such advertising messages can be deceptive when…
Intellectual Property 101 for Family Businesses
USA - August 24 2022 Intellectual Property rights allow a business to protect economically valuable intangible assets. These rights are often among the most important and…
Updating Commercial Telephone Solicitation Laws: Washington Joins the Race
USA - August 15 2022 In response to a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court opinion making it difficult for plaintiffs to bring a claim under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act…
The Proposed SECURE Act 2.0: Key Takeaways for Family Businesses
USA - July 26 2022 Family businesses should consider reevaluating the retirement packages they offer their employees in light of impending legislation that improves…
Proposed Regulations Might Affect Family Owned Businesses' Employment Practices
USA - July 18 2022 California's Fair Employment and Housing Council (FEHC) has proposed draft regulations that incorporate the use of automated-decision systems (ADS)…
Expansion of the California Family Rights Act: Implications for Family Businesses
USA - July 5 2022 During the pandemic, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 1383 to significantly expand California's family and Medical Leave law, the California…
Impacts of the American Rescue Plan Act for Businesses Using Peer-to-Peer Payment Platforms
USA - June 21 2022 Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms, such as Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App, have become indispensable tools for both businesses and consumers…
Changing Landscape of State Privacy Laws
USA - June 14 2022 State-level momentum to enact data privacy laws is at an all-time high as the internet and new Technologies continue to raise privacy questions…
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