Business professionals often complain that the lack of case law in Nevada creates a climate of uncertainty for business decision-making. The Nevada Supreme Court has been working to change that and, in recent months, the Court was particularly productive, issuing numerous published opinions that affect Nevada’s businesses and the real estate market. Following … [Read more...]
Can You Get Appellate Review in the Middle of Your Case?
By Debbie Leonard, Partner and Jeff Silvestri, Partner, McDonald Carano It happens more than we’d like. You’re in the midst of contentious litigation and the judge issues a “bad” ruling. Most times, you just lick your wounds and press on. Some rulings, however, can throw your case into a tailspin, derail your trial strategy or, worse, dismiss your claims entirely while … [Read more...]
High-Income Households Face Uncertain Impacts from Healthcare Changes
Wealthy Nevadans are not exempt from healthcare uncertainty in the face of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This is according to the 11th installment of the "High Net Worth Report" released by The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank. One major impact will be a 0.9 percent increase in payroll taxes for those making $200,000 or more. Changing delivery systems and … [Read more...]
