After four seasons of corporate machinations, failed boardroom coups, mergers and acquisitions galore (and possible securities fraud), the saga of the Roy family has reached, if not an end, a point of departure. We’ll leave the post-mortem of the show to the professional critics, but what are some takeaways for lawyers (and their clients) from Succession? (Caution, spoilers … [Read more...] about Four Legal Takeaways from Succession
The Top 5 Mistakes Employers Make in Employment Law Cases
Ask any employer if they’ve ever faced employment law issues, and if they’ve been in business for a long time, the answer is probably yes. It’s very common for employers to face legal issues, and employment law cases can be complex. Mistakes during these legal proceedings can have significant consequences, resulting in costly settlements, damaged reputation, and potential … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Mistakes Employers Make in Employment Law Cases
Essentials for Business Contracts: Three Must-Haves
Contracts are core documents for business operations. Businesses may rely on contracts to: Conduct transactions with outside parties Handle internal functions like employment contracts Limit legal liability to protect the company and its owner To truly serve its purpose, a contract must clearly define the obligations and responsibilities of all parties—and the … [Read more...] about Essentials for Business Contracts: Three Must-Haves
You Could Say Anything: Succession, Securities Fraud, and the Consequences of Misrepresentation
“It’s enough to make you lose your faith in capitalism—like, you could say anything.” This statement, from Kendall Roy, reads like a thesis statement for the back half of this last season of Succession. In episode six, “Living +” Kendall makes grand promises about technology that have never been vetted (sound familiar?), juicing the financial projections of his new product, … [Read more...] about You Could Say Anything: Succession, Securities Fraud, and the Consequences of Misrepresentation
Dressel/Malikschmitt Partner Featured in Bloomberg Article
Electric vehicles come with many benefits. One of those benefits? Tax incentives. But purchasing a brand-new electric vehicle can be challenging for buyers. A combination of high sticker prices and scarcity makes it hard to make the dream of a battery-powered ride a reality. Unless, that is, you consider purchasing a used electric vehicle. Used electric vehicles are … [Read more...] about Dressel/Malikschmitt Partner Featured in Bloomberg Article