RIW Real Estate attorney Michael Rosen is assisting Valley Green Grow in a land development dispute with regard to the start of a state-of-the-art cannabis cultivation facility. Full article.
RIW Real Estate Attorney Michael Rosen assisting Valley Green Grow in land development dispute with regard to state-of-the-art cannabis cultivation facility
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Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave – Next Steps for Employers
Recently, Massachusetts passed as part of the “grand bargain,” a law creating paid family and medical leave for all eligible employees in the state. Following New York and California’s lead, the paid family and medical leave law in Massachusetts will be available for employees in 2021. The new law provides for the following types of…
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At Your Service Newsletter: September 2018
In this issue on the RIW At Your Service Newsletter: Upcoming Industry Events Articles: – Ten Considerations When Negotiating Your Restaurant Construction Contract – Client Alert: Updates Coming to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission Marketing Corner Industry Trends/News Client News Events & Participation Check out the full At Your Service Newsletter: September 2018 Edition
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Ten Considerations When Negotiating Your Restaurant Construction Contract
Opening a restaurant is an exciting time, but an owner must take care while negotiating the construction contract to protect itself and anticipate the key issues that may arise during the project. Below are ten issues to consider when drafting and negotiating your construction contract. 1. Avoid cost-plus contracts. Cost-plus contracts should be avoided for…
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Client Alert: Governor Baker’s “Grand Bargain”
On June 28, 2018, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker signed a bill into law (H 4640) that will alter workplace pay and benefits for employers and employees across the state. Below is a synopsis of the bill: Hourly Minimum Wage Increases. Hourly wages will increase progressively from $11 to $15 per hour by 2023. It is estimated…
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At Your Service Newsletter: April 2018
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Alcohol Licensing: Legal Updates and Insights
There have been several recent developments in the alcoholic beverages industry which affect regulatory oversight, restaurant operations, new liquor licenses, and more. Here is a rundown of the latest developments. Budget Increase Requested for the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Massachusetts State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg requested a $3.69MM budget for fiscal 2019, an increase from $2.44MM…
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Adam Barnosky Appointed as Chairman of the Framingham Board of License Commissioners
Congratulations to Adam Barnosky, who was recently appointed by Mayor Yvonne Spicer as the Chairman of the Framingham Board of License Commissioners. Adam, who specializes in alcoholic beverage licensing and regulatory compliance, brings extensive industry experience to the Board, which will have authority to oversee and license business activity in the community. Full story.
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At Your Service Newsletter: December 2017
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Kirk J. McCormick Joins RIW in the Construction Law and Litigation Groups
RIW is pleased to announce that Kirk J. McCormick has joined the firm in the Construction Law and Litigation groups. Kirk represents general contractors, subcontractors, sureties, owners, architects, and engineers throughout the United States on public and private construction projects. He also has extensive experience with federal, state, and local government contracts, including bid protests, default terminations, False Claims Act…
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