On October 8, the New York City Council introduced the POWER (“People and Organizations Winning Economic Relief”) Act.[1] The bill would drastically expand consumer and worker rights and give “every person in the city of New York” a
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Blog of Reason’s Month-In-Review: Recent and Noteworthy Trends in Antitrust and Consumer Protection
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The past few weeks have seen many interesting antitrust and consumer protection developments. Among them:
- The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revised the Justice Manual to update its approach to False Claims Act enforcement by (1) stressing that,
A $13 Million Reminder: Domicile Planning Is More Than Paperwork
The Snowbird’s Dilemma, Revisited
Earlier this year, we explored how a New York couple’s move to Florida fell short in the eyes of the New York Tax Appeals Tribunal, resulting in approximately $60,000 in additional New York income taxes (read
2026 Summary of Key Connecticut Legislation Relating to Providers of Services to the Elderly
Each year, Wiggin and Dana and LeadingAge Connecticut collaborate to publish a comprehensive summary of new Connecticut laws affecting providers of services for the elderly. The 2026 Legislative Summary highlights significant legislative changes impacting nursing homes, assisted living communities, residential
Ep. 69 – International Lives and the New Reality of Estate Planning
Today’s families are increasingly global, with assets, homes, citizenships, and loved ones spanning multiple jurisdictions. In this episode of Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning, host Michael Clear welcomes Carolyn Reers, a partner at Wiggin and Dana, and Suzanne Shier
Ep. 68 – Creating a Circle of Care: Planning for Independence and Peace of Mind
In this episode of Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning, host Michael Clear welcomes Andi Hughes, Director of Strategic Partnerships at TrustHouse, for an insightful discussion on concierge home care and the role it plays in helping individuals and families navigate
Hiring Household Employees: 5 Practical Steps for Families and Household Employers
Authored by Nick Ricciardi, 2026 Summer Associate, and Michael T. Clear, Partner
Why Household Employment Deserves a Formal Approach
Hiring a nanny, housekeeper, caregiver, driver, private nurse, chef, or other household worker can feel informal because the work happens in
Ep. 67 – Giving with Intention and Impact: Aligning Philanthropy with Values and Legacy
In this episode of Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning, host Michael Clear welcomes Joshua Chadajo, Founder of JEC Philanthropy, for an insightful discussion on how intentional philanthropy can help donors align their charitable giving with their core values and priorities
Wiggin and Dana Advises BioArctic AB in research and collaboration agreement with Eli Lilly and Company
Wiggin and Dana recently represented BioArctic AB (publ) (Nasdaq Stockholm: BIOA B) in connection with its research and collaboration agreement with Eli Lilly and Company regarding a potential new treatment combining BioArctic’s proprietary BrainTransporter™ technology with an undisclosed Lilly drug
Navigating Name and Gender Marker Alignment in Estate Planning
Clarity is a central feature of good estate planning, and estate planners and clients alike take comfort in knowing that wishes are expressed clearly. When it comes to clearly identifying individuals – either as the planning clients or as the