The journey of a partnership, like any good story, can have a satisfying conclusion, not just a dramatic fall. But winding down a business venture, especially a partnership, can feel like deciphering an ancient riddle in a dimly lit room. Fear not, intrepid...
Business Law
When Is Small Claims Court the Right Option for Your Business?
As a business owner, you're likely to encounter your fair share of disputes. Whether it's a customer who refuses to pay for a service, a contractor who didn't deliver on a project, or a supplier who shipped you the wrong inventory, these disagreements can be costly...
Understanding ADA Compliance for Commercial Properties
When discussing commercial properties, one cannot overlook the importance of adhering to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Enacted in 1990, the ADA is a landmark piece of legislation designed to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to...
Does Your Website Need a Privacy Statement?
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, September 1, 2022. Whether you are a brand new business or you are creating a new website for an existing company, it’s wise to incorporate a privacy statement. Also known as a...
Things to Consider Before Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, August 18, 2022. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is a legally-binding contract that establish a confidential relationship between two or more parties. When you sign such an...
6 Good Reasons For a Business Owner to Call a Lawyer
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. If you own a business, you know how demanding, stressful and, yes, rewarding it can be. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned business owner,...
What You Can — and Cannot — Ask a Reference When Hiring
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. If you are looking to hire a new employee, you are probably knee deep in the recruitment process, posting job descriptions, fielding phone calls and reviewing...
Is Your Business Complying With Data Privacy Laws?
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Data privacy is a big thing for businesses today. How do you know your small business is compliant? Compliance with data privacy laws help both you and your...
The Jones Act: An Overview
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, March 23 , 2022. By Peter Regan, Esq.Sayer, Regan & Thayer, LLP Rewind to about a century ago, when then-President Woodrow Wilson enacted the Jones Act, a law designed to...
Why You Should Set Up an LLC When Purchasing a Yacht
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, February 16 , 2022. While owning a yacht may be something you have always wanted to do, it’s important to be smart about how you go about it. In many cases, it’s wise to set up...
What You Need to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, February 2 , 2022. On January 1, 2021, Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, of which the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was included....
Pandemic Not Reason Enough for H-2B Hiring
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, January 6 , 2022. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has ruled that the labor shortage crisis resulting from the extended COVID-19 pandemic is not a “one-time occurrence” that...
Steps Businesses Must Take to Deter Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Cyber attacks and data breaches are on the rise with each passing year. In 2019 alone, there were nearly 1,500 data breaches in the...
Does Your Business Need an Email Confidentiality Disclaimer?
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. Email is a key component of communication within the American workplace. With its use and growth comes the risk of costly lawsuits that...
Cybersecurity Liability and Reporting Requirements
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP posted on Thursday, October 21, 2020. In our connected world cyberattacks are inevitable. Cybersecurity Ventures estimates cybercrime’s global cost will reach $6 trillion by...
Employee vs. Contractor Classification
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. It can get a bit tricky to know when to classify a worker as an employee or a contractor. The Internal Revenue Service says worker...
Cyber Liability
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. By Peter ReganSayer, Regan & Thayer, LLP Data breaches make headlines when they occur on a large scale. Think Target stores or Equifax. But...
Avoiding Litigation at Your Holiday Party
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. The company holiday party is a beloved tradition on the American business scene. But, unless you want to wake up on Christmas morning with a...
Minimum Wage Laws in RI & MA
On behalf of Sayer Regan & Thayer of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Remember the 1990s, when minimum wage was just five bucks an hour? Or, go back further to the early 1970s when it was just a buck and a half....