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Celebrating Black History Month In honor of Black History Month, I thought I'd share some links to black dancers, writers, artists and musicians whose creative works have changed our world for the better.  Zadie Smith, Alvin Ailey and Etta James have added meaning and beauty to my life....

The Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) being distributed under the CARES Act have been a godsend for many small to midsize companies. However, many are surprised to find that there are strange and problematic requirements hidden in the legal documents. The EIDL packages contain the standard lo...

Good Riddance, 2020! Although 2021 got off to a rocky start, I don't think I'm alone in feeling some glimmer of hope that 2021 will be a better year. There is still much to be done to "heal the soul of our country", as President Biden puts it, and to make this country a more equitable p...

Background Congress has the power to promote the progress and science of useful arts, by securing for limited times to authors and inventors the exclusive right to their respective writings and discoveries.  Article I, Section 8, United States Constitution (Article I).  The Copyright Act of 1976...

SHARE THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT It's that time of year again and I'd like to wish each and every one of you happy holidays and best wishes for 2021! It has been my sincere pleasure to work with our clients and colleagues this year and I look forward to serving them and many others with their b...

What is an employee stock option incentive plan, and why does my startup need one? There is a misconception that exists among the startup community that employee stock option incentive plans and agreements are only available to midsize or larger companies.  The truth is that these plans are tools...