Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Michael Lake, the new franchise owner of Signarama Framingham, MA, a large-chain supplier of custom-made signs, banners, and decals. In this episode, Michael shares his perspective on what it’s like to purchase a business and some of the key lessons he learned along the way with…
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In November 2022, the world was introduced to ChatGPT – a large language model form of generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) designed to simulate conversation and provide users with instant access to a wealth of information. In the just one year that ChatGPT has become part of our lives, businesses and individuals alike have scrambled to…
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On November 13 at 7:00 p.m., Adam Gutbezahl will present an IEEE Boston Consultants Network webinar on “AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the Workplace.” In this hour-long session, Adam will provide participants with an understanding of the opportunities and obstacles tied to AI implementation, an overview of present governmental regulation of AI and ideas on what next…
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Congratulations to RIW client the Home Décor Group on its successful acquisition of the majority of the business assets of White Street Paint, a retailer of paint, wallpaper and window treatment projects. Home Décor Group will now be operating the former White Street Paint locations in North Andover, Massachusetts as well as Salem, Stratham and…
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On November 28 at 12pm ET, Adam Gutbezahl will present a National Business Institute webinar on “ChatGPT – Legal Issues All Employers Must Know.” In this program, Adam will explore what employers need to know about the rapidly evolving world of ChatGPT and other AI legal issues in the workplace. The program will cover: What…
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RIW’s Hospitality Practice Group would like to recognize all of the restaurants featured in Boston Magazine’s 2023 “Top 50 Restaurants” Issue, with special congratulations to several clients who made this prestigious list, including: Bar Mezzana Bar Volpe Brassica Kitchen + Café Field & Vine Nightshade Noodle Bar Puritan & Company Row 34 Tonino In the Top 50…
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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Sarah Grossman, a CBI principal at BayState Business Brokers to learn about how seller financing fits into a transaction and why it can be both risky and beneficial for both the buyer and seller. Transaction Talk is a podcast co-hosted by RIW shareholder Eric Sigman and…
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RIW is pleased to announce that seven attorneys have been named 2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and two attorneys have been named Massachusetts Rising Stars. Bradley Croft was also named to the “Top 100” list in Massachusetts. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top lawyers in Massachusetts who are selected through a multiphase process consisting of…
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Michael Coleman from Boston University School of Law and McKenna McLean from Suffolk Law School were summer interns at RIW in 2023. Learn more about their time at the firm and their key experiences and learnings. Michael Coleman Why did you choose RIW for your summer? I was initially drawn to RIW for its extensive…
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On October 4, 2023, Governor Maura Healey ratified Bill H. 4104, doubling the Massachusetts estate tax exemption amount from $1 million to $2 million. Unlike the prior Massachusetts estate tax law, which imposed estate tax on the entire estate (not just the excess over $1 million), the new law taxes only the amount exceeding $2…
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