Our U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing deadline calendars for 2024 have been posted on our Resources page. These calendars reflect annual and quarterly filing deadlines for large accelerated filers, accelerated filers, and non-accelerated filers with a December 31
Massachusetts AG Announces $1.3M in Citations Against Local Company for Wage Violations
Massachusetts Attorney General (AG) Andrea Campbell recently announced a number of citations against Quick Temp., Inc. (the company), its owner, and its manager, for alleged wage, sick time, and records violations.
What Steps Should a Successful Business Owner Take To Prepare for Franchising – Part II?
So now you know what it means to “franchise” a concept or brand. You want to move forward in this exciting new opportunity and franchise your business. What are the next steps you should take to prepare yourself to launch?
All Things Protest: GAO’s Decision in Global Alliant – Highlighting Pitfalls Surrounding Key Personnel Issues and Discussions
Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, host Christian Curran highlights a
Is it time to Franchise My Business – Part I?
You are an entrepreneur. You created, founded and currently operate a successful and vibrant business. Perhaps customers, family members, or friends are loyal fans of your brand and are approaching you with a request to start their own location. How
DoD Releases Additional Guidance on the Department’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy
On November 2, 2023, the Department of Defense (DoD) released its 2023 DoD Data, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence Adoption Strategy (2023 Strategy), and an accompanying Fact Sheet, to accelerate the adoption of analytics, data, and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies that
FinCEN Extends CTA Reporting Deadline for New Companies from 30 to 90 Days
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) has extended the deadline for reporting beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) for reporting companies formed in 2024. Specifically, FinCEN has extended the filing deadline from 30 to 90 days from
Event Alert: Wilson Sonsini’s MCLE Day, Thursday, December 14, 2023
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to offer MCLE Day, a full day of professional education sessions covering a wide range of topics, including the required MCLE categories for most jurisdictions. MCLE Day will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at
FinCEN Extends Time to File Beneficial Ownership Information for Entities Created After January 1, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) was enacted in 2021 as part of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020. The CTA requires certain business entities (“Reporting Companies”) to report beneficial ownership information (“BOI”), and, for entities created or registered on or
The Pros and Cons of Marijuana Dispensaries Using Cryptocurrencies for Payments
The legal marijuana industry has grown rapidly in the U.S., with 38 states, three territories, and the District of Columbia legalizing its use for medical and/or recreational purposes. However, despite the industry’s growth, marijuana businesses continue to face significant challenges