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Hart-Scott-Rodino Filing Thresholds Jump Significantly in 2024

Effective March 6, 2024, the minimum dollar thresholds under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and its rules and regulations (the HSR Act) will increase by over $8 million. The thresholds determine whether companies are required to notify federal antitrust authorities before consummating a transaction. The increased…

New law offers additional flexibility in structuring LLC management

A new Ohio LLC statute will bring flexibility in structuring the management of a limited liability company formed in Ohio.

Fiduciary and other duties in an LLC – Where do you come out?

When establishing or revisiting the management of your business organization or any private business organization you invest in, it is vital that you consider what duties the owners and managers of the business will owe to each other.

Is a series LLC right for you?

Beginning January 1, 2022, a limited liability company formed in Ohio can be organized as a series LLC.

Ohio adopts new Limited Liability Company Act

On January 8, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed into law the Ohio Revised Limited Liability Company Act.

Relief for larger businesses due to COVID-19: CARES Act business implications and selected legislative efforts

In the wake of the economic hardship precipitated by the onset of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), both state and federal legislatures are ramping up efforts to stifle the effects of the pandemic on national and local economies.

Implications of the CARES Act for small businesses affected by the coronavirus

In response to the devastating effects of the coronavirus, on March 27, 2020, the federal government urgently passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act of 2020 (the “CARES Act”), which is the largest economic stimulus package in U.S. history aimed to bolster the U.S. economy by providing over $2 trillion in relief to individuals and businesses affected by the coronavirus.

Relief for small businesses affected by the coronavirus: the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

The progression of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on the global economy, including adversely affecting the business operations and supply chains of the 30 million small businesses in the United States.

Transitioning to virtual shareholder meetings during COVID-19 pandemic

The spread of COVID-19 has altered how companies conduct business and highlights the need for flexibility brought about by the uncertainty.

Ohio relaxes unemployment regulations in response to COVID-19

On March 16, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order that will make it easier for some Ohio workers to receive unemployment benefits during the emergency declaration period associated with COVID-19 and will relax some penalties on Ohio employers.