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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RIW Hospitality Practice Group Attorney Kelly Caralis to Moderate at Boston Magazine’s Top 50 Restaurants Event
RIW’s Hospitality Practice Group attorney Kelly Caralis will moderate the panel at Boston Magazine’s Top 50 Restaurants Event on October 30th at City Winery Boston. Joining the panel will be Cat Silirie, Executive Wine Director and Wine Buyer, Barbara Lynch Collective, Karen Akunowicz, Chef/Owner, Fox & the Knife, and Kelly Walsh, Co-Owner and COO, Sweet Cheeks Q, Tiger Mama,…
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RIW Attorney’s David Robinson and Adam Barnosky Will Be Speaking at the National Retail Tenant Association’s Annual Conference This Fall
David Robinson and Adam Barnosky will be speaking at the National Retail Tenant Association’s annual conference, which is being held from September 30 – October 3, 2018 in Houston, Texas. The NRTA provides retail, office, corporate, industrial and franchise tenants with the highest level of Real Estate Administration Education. David will be speaking on negotiation…
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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…
POSTED IN: Employment Law, News
RIW Employment Attorney David Robinson Moderated a Panel About Recent “Grand Bargain”
Ruberto, Israel & Weiner Employment attorney David Robinson moderated a panel about the recent “Grand Bargain” signed by Charlie Baker, for the Reading Chamber on September 26, 2018 at the Meadowbrook Golf Club located at 292 Grove Street, Reading, MA. The new legislation includes a jump in minimum wage as well as a new employer…
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Ruberto, Israel & Weiner Corporate Breakfast Series: Preparing Your Company for Sale
RIW and Morgan Stanley will host a forum for business owners and C-suite executives on “Preparing Your Company for Sale.” This event will take place on Tuesday, October 2 at Gather in Boston. Insights on pre-transactional planning, solving problems and addressing issues before and after the transaction provide for a more seamless deal. Related topics…
POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Events
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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Client Alert: Updates Coming to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission
On September 5, 2018 the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) held an outreach seminar with attorneys and municipal counsel to discuss new rules and procedures covering retail license applications, annual renewals, website updates, and more. Information was provided by Massachusetts State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg and ABCC leadership, including: Commissioner Jean Lorizio, Executive Director Ralph…
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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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RIW Corporate & Business Attorney John Cohan Will Present at the Supporting Strategies Business Fundamentals Bootcamp
RIW corporate & business attorney John Cohan will present at the Supporting Strategies Business Fundamentals Bootcamp on “Growing your Business Safely & Securely in 2018.” The event is taking place on Thursday, September 20 at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. More information.
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