Rhode Island Enacts Laws to Place Limits on So-Called “Forever Chemicals”
On June 27, 2022, two new laws went into effect to place limits and regulate the levels of certain Per-and… Read More
Category: Business Law
Developments in the Law on Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County,140 S. Ct. 1731, 1754 (2020) that expanded the prohibition against sex… Read More
Who Did I Release? A Reminder On Drafting Settlement Agreements With Specificity
The recently settled legal battle between Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre has been plastered all over the news. In short,… Read More
Rhode Island Department of Health Requires Vaccines for All Health Care Workers and Health Care Providers
On August 17, 2021, the Rhode Island Department of Health (“RIDOH”) issued regulations requiring that all Rhode Island health care… Read More
Give and Take: How the U.S. Supreme Court’s Ruling in Cedar Point Nursery v. Hassid May Impact Rhode Islanders Who Own Property Abutting Public Lands
Rhode Island is a small state favored with many natural attractions, not the least of which are its 400 miles… Read More
That’s Bogus! Protecting Your Business Against Fraudulent UCC Financing Statements
In Rhode Island, a “bogus” lien on your business’s assets is always just a few clicks away. Indeed, without consent,… Read More
USPTO Adjusts Trademark Fees for First Time in Three Years, Effective January, 2021
Effective January 2, 2021, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is adjusting certain trademark filing fees, post-registration fees… Read More
Reopening Rhode Island’s Economy: What You Need to Know about Phase 2
The reopening of Rhode Island’s economy after the COVID-19 pandemic is slated to occur in three phases. Rhode Island is… Read More
Director Of Patent And Trademark Office Extends Certain Filing And Payment Deadlines Pursuant To CARES Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”), signed into law on March 27, 2020, provides various… Read More
RIDEM Releases Updated Guidance for Marine Businesses in RI
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has released updated guidance regarding the operation of boatyards, marinas and yacht clubs… Read More
