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Monitoring Employees’ Computer Use in the Age of Encryption

January 1, 2015 By Ann Morgan Leave a Comment

The right to monitor the performance of an employee by monitoring computer use is recognized by most courts when the employer is a private, as opposed to a governmental, employer. Indeed, in some instances the right to monitor becomes a duty to monitor. Thus, an employer who receives a complaint of sexual harassment and fails to investigate may be liable for the harassing … [Read more...] about Monitoring Employees’ Computer Use in the Age of Encryption

Wage Insurers, Enforcers and a General Contractor’s Role

July 1, 2014 By Zachariah Parry Leave a Comment

In 1931, the Nevada Legislature enacted a statute that made general contractors (GC) liable for the labor-related debt of their subcontractors. This statute, now codified as NRS 608.150, was set up to protect Hoover Dam workers to make sure they were properly compensated for their work. The statute ensures payment of not only wages, but also benefits. The legislature imposed … [Read more...] about Wage Insurers, Enforcers and a General Contractor’s Role

Are Unpaid Internships Becoming a Thing of the Past?

February 3, 2014 By Robert Rosenthal Leave a Comment

Read the Nevada Business Magazine February 2014 article: Are Unpaid Internships Becoming a Thing of the Past?

Employers in Nevada and every state have historically used unpaid interns for a variety of reasons, it being taken for granted that the research, filing and coffee-schlepping were necessary steps to career growth. Now, as 2014 gets underway, a series of closely-watched lawsuits may mean that the army of interns may not be back next summer—or at least not in the same … [Read more...] about Are Unpaid Internships Becoming a Thing of the Past?

Seven Pitfalls To Avoid When Negotiating Business Contracts

January 2, 2014 By Richard Galin 3 Comments

Avoid these seven pitfalls when negotiating business contracts.

1) Letters of Intent A “non-binding” letter of intent is commonly pursued when parties begin business discussions. Unfortunately, if one of the parties has a change of heart, the letter of intent may work against those who attempt to walk away. Certain phrases can cause the letter of intent to mean more than was originally intended. A court may interpret the letter of intent … [Read more...] about Seven Pitfalls To Avoid When Negotiating Business Contracts

Mediation: A Litigation Alternative

July 1, 2013 By Bruce Leslie 1 Comment

Why mediation? Mediation can avoid the delays, high costs, uncertainty, the precedent setting effect and public spectacle of litigation.

“Real peace is not the absence of conflict. Rather it is that state where conflict is managed effectively, efficiently and respectfully.” – Unknown Conflict resolution can be viewed on a continuum, with negotiation on one end, and a decision(s) by a judge(s) on the other. In between lies mediation, which is facilitated negotiation and arbitration. The latter includes a third … [Read more...] about Mediation: A Litigation Alternative

Following Through With a Judgement: Working Towards a Successful Debt Collection

May 1, 2013 By John R. Funk Leave a Comment

In debt collection, there are various options available to seek payment.

When a business sells goods or services, that business can expect to be paid. However, payment is not always the reality. If a business is not getting paid, there are options to seeking repayment, either informally or formally. If the informal methods of trying to convince the debtor to pay have been unsuccessful, business owners should consider formally seeking payment by … [Read more...] about Following Through With a Judgement: Working Towards a Successful Debt Collection

The Unintended Franchise: If It Quacks Like A Duck . . .

January 1, 2013 By Matthew J. Kreutzer Leave a Comment

Are you operating a franchise system without realizing it? If you are licensing to others the right to use your trademark for a fee, the answer could be yes. Under both federal and some state laws, a business relationship may be a franchise -- even if neither of the parties intended to create one. At the federal level, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is the body that … [Read more...] about The Unintended Franchise: If It Quacks Like A Duck . . .

Deriving Value from Patents: Strategies for Handling the Legal Challenges

December 3, 2012 By Robert C. Ryan Leave a Comment

While a patent holder may derive substantial revenue though licensing its patent portfolio, engaging in licensing negotiations presents a number of potential traps for the unwary. In the April issue of Nevada Business Magazine, we discussed the risk that, by entering into licensing negotiations without exercising due care, a patent holder can subject itself to being sued in an … [Read more...] about Deriving Value from Patents: Strategies for Handling the Legal Challenges

Nevada Business’ Duty to Cooperate in a First Party Insurance Claim

September 1, 2012 By Patrick Leverty, Esq. Leave a Comment

One of the favorite tools insurance companies use to deny a claim is to assert the insured failed to cooperate or somehow impeded the insurance company’s investigation. In order to avoid this potential pitfall, Nevada businesses must be aware of their contractual duties to cooperate. First-party insurance policies, that insure the policyholder’s own property as opposed to … [Read more...] about Nevada Business’ Duty to Cooperate in a First Party Insurance Claim

Opportunities Abound in Gov’t Contracting for Women-Owned Small Businesses

July 6, 2012 By Evangelin Lee Nichols Leave a Comment

The federal government is the world’s biggest customer of goods and services with purchases totaling more than $425 billion per year from construction and technical services to office furniture and grounds maintenance services. This allows for many revenue opportunities for small businesses, especially women-owned, disadvantaged, service-disabled veteran owned, and businesses … [Read more...] about Opportunities Abound in Gov’t Contracting for Women-Owned Small Businesses

America Invents Act Significantly Changes Patent Law: Understanding the New Law

April 2, 2012 By Derek Jamison Leave a Comment

Thanks to the recently-passed America Invents Act, Nevada businesses may find it easier to get “patent pending” status for their inventions, but the race against competitors has not yet begun. Perhaps most notably, the Act will transform the U.S. patent system from a “first to invent” to a “first to file” system, the first major reform of the patent system in over 60 years. … [Read more...] about America Invents Act Significantly Changes Patent Law: Understanding the New Law

Series LLCs: Protect Your Investment

March 23, 2012 By Jonathan Tew Leave a Comment

With home prices at historic lows, and mortgage interest rates around 4%, real estate investment is on the rise. If you own (or are considering owning) multiple rental properties, consider starting a series LLC (“Series LLC”) to maximize liability protection and save costs. Since the creation of limited liability companies (“LLCs”), an owner of multiple real estate … [Read more...] about Series LLCs: Protect Your Investment

“Baseless” Case Merits Five and a Half Hours Before U.S. Supreme Court

December 1, 2011 By Mark Hutchison Leave a Comment

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to review the case brought by 26 states challenging the constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA).  Some legal commentators believe that this is the most significant case to come before the Supreme Court since Roe v. Wade.  Underscoring the importance of the constit Tutional questions posed by the case, the … [Read more...] about “Baseless” Case Merits Five and a Half Hours Before U.S. Supreme Court

Independent Contractor or Employee?: IRS Will Now Settle Employment Taxes

November 1, 2011 By Derek N. Hatch Leave a Comment

After receiving much success from its Voluntary Offshore Bank Account Disclosure Program, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has now decided to provide an opportunity for businesses to come clean by reclassifying workers as employees for federal employment tax purposes. The IRS announced on September 21, 2011 that it has developed the Voluntary Classification Settlement … [Read more...] about Independent Contractor or Employee?: IRS Will Now Settle Employment Taxes

Green Building: Growing from Voluntary to Mandatory

July 1, 2011 By Melissa A. Orien, Esq Leave a Comment

Green building emerged as somewhat of a proactive or “feel good” movement.  While some may dismiss “green” as a passing trend, regulators from local to federal levels are creating laws and regulations that will ensure green building is around to stay for at least the near future.  Perhaps most significantly, recent EPA action will regulate nearly every commercial building by … [Read more...] about Green Building: Growing from Voluntary to Mandatory

Taxes, Taxes & Taxes… Oh My!: Lawmakers trying to poach more from private industry

June 1, 2011 By Geoffrey Lawrence Leave a Comment

“Revenue solutions” are the talk of Carson City as the Nevada Legislature heads into its final week. Unsatisfied with Gov. Brian Sandoval’s newest proposals to hold state spending in the next budget cycle at a similar level to the current budget cycle, majority Democrats are pressing for more taxes on Silver State businesses, workers and consumers. These tax increases would … [Read more...] about Taxes, Taxes & Taxes… Oh My!: Lawmakers trying to poach more from private industry

Nevada’s Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act: Understanding Out-of-State Subpoenas

June 1, 2011 By Jeffrey D. Winchester Leave a Comment

From time to time, attorneys get calls from clients who have just received scary-looking subpoenas “commanding” them, in ALL CAPS, to produce documents in legal proceedings pending in other states.  These subpoenas often seem, at first blush, to have nothing to do with the client.  Sometimes the subpoena seeks employment records of current or former employees; at other times it … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act: Understanding Out-of-State Subpoenas

Understanding the Law: Regarding Non-Compete Agreements

May 2, 2011 By L. Christopher Rose Leave a Comment

Q:  "I just discovered that I hired an employee who is bound by a non-compete agreement with his former employer.  What do I do now?" Under Nevada law, a post-employment restrictive covenant -- sometimes referred to as a “non-compete agreement” -- is enforceable against a former employee if it is reasonable and not countered by a prevailing public policy.  But in certain … [Read more...] about Understanding the Law: Regarding Non-Compete Agreements

Residential Foreclosures: How the mortgage process is changing in Nevada

March 1, 2011 By Matthew D. Saltzman, Esq. Leave a Comment

The avalanche of foreclosures over the past few years has resulted in many changes to both the nation’s banking laws and Nevada’s residential mortgage foreclosure process. Many of these changes seek to provide greater protections to homeowners against perceived lender abuses. Stricter procedures on how banks can foreclose on a home may also be on the horizon. Until the … [Read more...] about Residential Foreclosures: How the mortgage process is changing in Nevada

A Trustworthy Investment Option

December 1, 1999 By Robert Kim Leave a Comment

Senate Bill 61 offers new opportunities for business trusts Over the years, common law trusts have been to preserve and protect property due to their flexibility. However, as the common law underpinning trusts is slowly becoming outdated, 15 states, including Delaware, have codified business trusts in their business entity statutes. Through Senate Bill 61, effective July 1, … [Read more...] about A Trustworthy Investment Option

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