Florida is the 48th state to adopt the “Uniform Prudent Management of Institution Funds Act,” which was created in part to allow non-profit organizations to use endowed funds that were previously considered “off-limits” for various reasons. But this act doesn’t go into effect until July 2012. While always deferring to contrary donor intent, the new […]
I understand that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has implemented new regulations for employers to fulfill obligations under the ADA Amendments Act. What are these regulations and what steps should I take to make sure that my company complies with them?
This past spring the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published regulations implementing the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (Amendments Act). The stated purpose of the Amendments Act is to broaden the scope of the coverage and make it easier for individuals to obtain protection under the ADA. The EEOC’s implemented regulations are intended to reinforce […]
Will the legal challenges of Dodd-Frank affect my business?
Recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce successfully challenged the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (S.E.C.) in a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. The court overturned the S.E.C.’s proxy access rule, which would make it easier to nominate new members for companies’ boards of directors. The proxy rule is further explained in this New York […]
Will the Florida Legislature revisit E-verify Requirements and Immigration Reform? What are my existing obligations to use E-verify in Florida?
After a big push from Governor Scott and other Republican leaders during this year’s Legislative Session, the immigration bill requiring employers statewide to verify whether new hires are lawfully present and authorized to work in the U.S. did not pass. The Florida Senate approved its version of the immigration proposal, and then attempted to amend […]
I just received my notice of proposed property taxes for 2011, and the preliminary assessed value of my property is too high. What can I do to challenge my assessment?
The property appraisers’ offices throughout Florida are now in the process of mailing out notices of proposed property taxes for 2011 (commonly referred to as a “TRIM” notice).
Is South Florida’s hotel industry experiencing a post-recession rebound?
Despite the lackluster performance of the economy in 2011, South Florida’s hotel industry has continued its recovery from the recession. Recent transactions show a rebound is in effect for the industry due to an increase in activity for the market. On March 1, 2011, the newly released Hotel Intelligence Miami report of Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels (Jones Lang LaSalle) indicated that Miami was attracting strong interest from hotel investors.
Can Strong Protections of Private Property Rights Play a Role in Florida’s Economic Growth?
On October 26, 2010, Venezuelan soldiers arrived at Owens-Illinois’ Los Guayos factory. The U.S.-based glassmaker employed over 1,000 people at the facility. The day before, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez had announced that the plant would be expropriated by the Venezuelan government.
What are Location-Based Services and how can they help my business?
Location-based services (“LBS”) such as Foursquare, Facebook Places and ShopKick are all the rage in social media. For example, according to a 2011 Merchant Confidence Index Survey, 32 percent of 8,500 U.S. small- and medium-sized businesses are using Facebook Places to promote their business.
During the summer months, the likelihood of hurricanes increases. How can I protect my business from loss if we are interrupted because of a storm? What insurance solutions can help manage my business risk?
Most businesses understand the role property insurance plays in protecting buildings, equipment and merchandise against such risks as fire, windstorm and theft. But, safeguarding property against catastrophic events is only part of a proper risk management plan. Equally important is business interruption insurance, which pays for lost profit and reimburses normal operating expenses during a […]
As a Florida employer, should I be concerned regarding the Supreme Court’s decision upholding an Arizona law that penalizes employers for hiring illegal workers? What efforts have recently been made in Florida to penalize employers for hiring illegal workers? What can I do to ensure that my company is in compliance with workplace immigration laws?
Since May 26th, when the U.S. Supreme Court decided Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America v. Whiting, the press has been full of articles alerting U.S. employers to the decision, which upholds Arizona’s law establishing licensing sanctions for employers in Arizona that knowingly or intentionally hire illegal workers and requires Arizona employers […]
