Did you know that a bill was introduced in the 2015 Nevada legislative session that would have allowed physicians to assist patients in committing suicide? Thankfully Sen. Joe Hardy, a doctor, made sure that SB 336 never made it out of committee. However, the sponsors of the so-called “death with dignity” bill have promised to bring it up again at the next session. We can’t … [Read more...] about Killing is Not “Death with Dignity” – Beware the Slippery Slope
Archives for June 2015
Legal Elite 2015: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
The following pages list Nevada’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers. This year’s poll had the highest level of participation of any year with over 7,000 nominations. Polling for the Legal Elite feature began in February of this year and attorneys were permitted to nominate their peers based on a number of criteria. The results, featured in the following pages, highlight … [Read more...] about Legal Elite 2015: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
Nevada’s Tourism Industry: Going Strong
Nevada’s tourism industry, like several other industries in the state, has experienced a recent uptick in business. For example, just last month, the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) beat out Tampa, Phoenix and San Juan, Puerto Rico, to book the rare 18,000-room American Legion national convention for 2020. Additionally, developers began work on Resorts … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Tourism Industry: Going Strong
Office of Military Legal Assistance: Securing Justice for the Armed Forces at Home
As a former Navy JAG and professor at the U.S. Naval Academy, I take to heart a popular Latin inscription in the Navy: “Non sib sed patriae.” It means, “Not for self, but for country.” That selfless mentality forged the collective courage of our graduates and service members of all stripes. Our military have sacrificed throughout their service for our families, communities and … [Read more...] about Office of Military Legal Assistance: Securing Justice for the Armed Forces at Home
Industry Focus: Healthcare
Nevada’s healthcare industry strives to focus on high quality care while searching for ways to lower costs for patients. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the offices of City National Bank to discuss the trends and challenges facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the event. These … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Learning the Minimum Wage Lesson
Nevada doesn’t have to learn the hard way when it comes to raising the minimum wage It’s always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes before being affected by those mistakes personally. Seattle didn’t have this luxury when its city council voted last year to raise its minimum wage to $15 an hour, making it the municipality with the highest minimum wage in the … [Read more...] about Learning the Minimum Wage Lesson
Sam Males: Nevada Small Business Development Center
State Director Reno https://nsbdc.org/ How did you first get into your profession? I was asked by the dean of the college of business at UNR to develop a proposal to the U.S. Small Business Administration to create a Small Business Development Center for Nevada; this was in May, 1985. What is your pet peeve? People who talk too much (and have nothing to say) and … [Read more...] about Sam Males: Nevada Small Business Development Center
Dr. Jason Jaeger: Aliante Integrated Physical Medicine
Administrative Director/Owner Las Vegas https://www.aliantechiropractic.com/ What do you want your legacy to be? I want to see chiropractic and spinal corrective rehabilitation find its place in mainstream health care. What is a little known fact about yourself? My family founded and still owns and runs Yesco. If you could be any fictional character, who would … [Read more...] about Dr. Jason Jaeger: Aliante Integrated Physical Medicine
Eric Speer: Logical Position
General Manager Henderson https://www.logicalposition.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I spent 11 years working in my family’s tree farming business. In 2009, the industry took a hit, so I took an opportunity as a salesperson for an online marketing startup. I was excited to get involved in an emerging industry with a lot of growth potential. When you … [Read more...] about Eric Speer: Logical Position
Around the State: June 2015
U.S. Trade and Development Agency Partners with Nevada Industry Excellence Nevada Industry Excellence (NIE), a resource for manufacturing businesses, has partnered with the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) through the Making Global Local program. The program connects companies to USTDA’s export promotion programs. ArrowData Receives FAA Approval to Operate Drones for … [Read more...] about Around the State: June 2015
On the Job: Subcontractors Critical to Construction Industry
Subcontractors are the building blocks of residential and commercial construction. They’re the ones doing the foundation, framing, drywall, glass, plumbing. Without subcontractors, projects go nowhere. “Subcontractors are crucial in anything that gets done around this town, especially on the building end of the work,” said Lance Semenko, chief operating officer, Q&D … [Read more...] about On the Job: Subcontractors Critical to Construction Industry
Red Report: June 2015
E Sale, Industrial ADDRESS 410 Mark Leany Dr., 89011 BUYER No Sweat Mechanical LLC SELLER M&R Leasing LLC DETAILS 5,400 SF; $415,000 APN 178-01-412-003 BUYER’S REP Jarrad Katz, CCIM, SIOR and Galit Kimerling of MDL Group SELLER’S REP Jack Holler Commercial Real Estate Lease, Retail ADDRESS 617 Mall Ring Rd., Ste 120, 89014 TENANT Wellness Connection of Nevada … [Read more...] about Red Report: June 2015
Office Summary: First Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley office vacancy rates during the first quarter of 2015 ranged from 16.5 percent for Class C space to 29.3 percent for Class A space. The overall vacancy rate was 21.7 percent, a slight rise above the 21.3 percent recorded in quarter four of 2014. Q1’s rise equates to the first increase in vacancy rate in 6 quarters. Completions for Q1 were … [Read more...] about Office Summary: First Quarter 2015
Business Indicators: June 2015
The “advance” estimate for first quarter 2015 shows U.S. real gross domestic product increasing at an annualized rate of 0.2 percent. In fourth quarter 2014, real GDP increased by 2.2 percent. Personal consumption expenditures, federal government spending, changes in private inventories and residential investment made positive contributions. Non-residential fixed investment, … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: June 2015
What are Some of the Misconceptions that Non-Nevadans Have About People Who Live in Nevada?
“That we’re always playing blackjack in our free time. In reality, Nevada is blessed with tremendous outdoor activities, the year-round weather to enjoy them, and plenty of opportunities for cultural learning beyond the casino doors.” Rory T. Kay | Attorney, McDonald Carano Wilson, LLP (Hails from: Lincoln, NE) “It’s not just misconceptions as much as it is people thinking … [Read more...] about What are Some of the Misconceptions that Non-Nevadans Have About People Who Live in Nevada?