A look at three new laws affecting employers in 2026
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Heather Steele on three new Ohio employment laws, who they impact and how to stay in compliance.
How to use like-kind exchanges to avoid tax on disposition of real property
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Steven Dimengo on like-kind exchanges, how they work and the advantages they offer.
A look at the process of settling litigation
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Andrew R. Zellers on settling litigation — how this process works and what to expect from it.
How nonprofits unknowingly trigger tax events
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Nathan M. Fulmer on the ways tax-exempt organizations can trigger a tax event.
How to prepare for and respond to litigation
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs LLC’s Jude Streb and Erin Dickinson on how to properly respond if sued.
What businesses should know about Ohio’s new anti-SLAPP laws
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Andrew Stebbins and Christina Williams on anti-SLAPP laws, and when and how businesses might encounter them.
Estate planning is prudent regardless of what changes might await
Those who are considering their estate planning strategy should pay close attention to what’s going on in Congress.
Companies must file before 2025 or face significant penalties
With proper planning, your charitable intent can make a much larger impact.
Advanced planning can unlock substantial savings through government tax credits, incentives
Richard Fry III talks about some overlooked credits and incentives that could be applied to capital projects and other business activities.
How prevailing party clauses offer leverage to the little guy
Prevailing party clauses tend to provide a greater benefit to the smaller subcontractors and other project players because it eliminates some of the advantages of deep pockets that larger project partners possess.
What to know about AI and tech advancements in M&A due diligence
How AI and technology software innovations have affected the M&A process and what buyers and sellers should know.
How to handle the rise in requests for work accommodations
Factors that determine whether employers are required to provide remote option arrangements and the risks surrounding the decision.
How to avoid tax on the sale of your real estate
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Steven Dimengo on like-kind exchanges and how to unlock their benefit.
Navigating environmental issues and liabilities in transactions
Babst Calland’s Ben Clapp on the environmental diligence process in a sale and how to address environmental risks in contractual provisions.
How to properly build and maintain an IP portfolio
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC’s Dominic Frisina on how to strategically manage an IP portfolio, particularly patents and trade secrets.
Common issues with cap tables and how to address them
Babst Calland’s Michael E. Fink on the role of the cap table and how failing to accurately maintain it can be costly.
How property insurance changes are affecting commercial real estate lending
Babst Calland’s Joseph A. Pope on how changes in property insurance coverage are affecting commercial real estate lending, and what borrowers need to know about it.
Options beyond bankruptcy for struggling businesses
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Chris Niekamp on bankruptcy and bankruptcy alternatives for companies with cashflow struggles.
I-9 procedures are changing and non-compete agreements could be next
Babst Calland’s Alexandra G. Farone on what employers need to know about the I-9 changes and what’s happening with non-compete agreements.
New laws meant to protect consumer data will affect nearly all companies
Babst Calland’s Ember K. Holmes on data privacy laws states are enacting and how they are going to affect companies.
The employee retention credit is valuable, but be on the lookout for bad advice
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Richard B. Fry III on the ERC, how businesses qualify, and the risk to businesses of an erroneous filing.
Companies face uncertainties as governments crack down on PFAS
Babst Calland’s Jean M. Mosites on the uncertainties facing businesses as governments work to address the known or suspected impacts of PFAS.
How buyers can avoid common zoning and land use pitfalls in real estate transactions
Babst Calland’s Alyssa E. Golfieri on zoning and land use due diligence in real estate transactions.
How construction counsel helps developers, owners navigate project risks
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ John Swansinger on the role of construction counsel on a project and how to effectively leverage their experience.
How Act 122 of 2022 changes filing requirements for those doing business in PA
Babst Calland’s Audra E. Hutter on Act 122, the filing change, and what it means for entities doing business in Pennsylvania.
Resolving conflict among business owners
Babst Calland’s Kevin Douglass on conflict resolution among business owners.
Tips for selling a business in an evolving M&A environment
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Dustin J. Vrabel on steps sellers can take to improve their outcomes in an M&A transaction.
Why AI isn’t going to replace your lawyer … yet
Babst Calland’s Dane Fennell on the state of AI technology in the legal profession — how it’s being used, and what it can and can’t do.
New rule requires a business’s beneficial ownership information to be reported
Babst Calland’s Susanna Bagdasarova on the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements and what it means for your business.
You’re probably paying too much Ohio sales tax on purchases
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Steven Dimengo on how to identify tax exemptions and save money.
Proposed climate-related disclosures for federal suppliers
Babst Calland’s Gina Falaschi and Susanna Bagdasarova on how the Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule could impact federal suppliers.
Proposed SEC ESG rule would affect public, private companies
Babst Calland’s Gina N. Falaschi outlines some of the implications of the proposed SEC Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors rule.
Helping Pittsburgh Businesses Grow through IF Ventures
Babst Calland’s Chris Farmakis and Idea Foundry’s Mike Matesic on how a third-party funding program can help both sides of the investment equation make the most of the deal.
What to consider before starting a new construction project
Babst Calland’s Matthew Moses on what to consider before deciding when — and if — to move forward with a construction project.
Insight into what buyers are looking for in an acquisition
Taft Stettinius & Hollister’s Howard Bobrow on what M&A buyers are looking for in the market today and how sellers can maximize their value in a transaction.
Insight into what buyers are looking for in an acquisition
Taft Stettinius & Hollister’s Caryn A. Kaufman on what M&A buyers are looking for in the market today and how sellers can maximize their value in a transaction.
Developments in the calculation of an assessment ratio could benefit Allegheny County property owners
Babst Calland’s Peter Schnore explores what has changed in the assessment ratio, and how commercial property owners can take steps to reduce their property taxes.
How this tactic can prevent out-of-line liquidity payments
Babst Calland’s Michael Fink on how a shadow series works, when to use it, and the pros and cons of doing so.
3 steps to manage the financial risks in your construction project
Babst Calland’s Marc Felezzola on three ways to protect yourself before beginning a construction project.
Navigating environmental issues and liabilities in transactions
Babst Calland’s Ben Clapp explores the environmental diligence process in a sale and how to address environmental risks in contractual provisions.
How business owners can protect data and enhance security
Babst Calland’s Justine Kasznica and Ember Holmes offer their take on the Biden administration’s response to the cybersecurity threat, and how business owners can minimize risk and stay compliant with regulatory requirements.
Compressed timelines have deals closing faster than ever
Babst Calland’s Kevin T. Wills looks at how M&A deal timelines have shrunk and the impact that is having in the deal-making space.
An experienced M&A attorney can help minimize the risk of post-closing disputes
Babst Calland’s Kate Cooper on why it is critical that representations and warranties accurately portray your business when selling, and how a deal attorney with experience in your industry can help minimize the risk that a buyer will pursue a claim after closing.
Pittsburgh market facing challenges, opportunities
Babst Calland’s Mary Binker on how landlords and tenants can adjust to an evolving commercial real estate market.
How to keep up with evolving COVID-related regulations and mandates
Babst Calland’s Molly Meacham on the issues impacting employers and the steps they can take to ensure compliance.
How artificial intelligence is changing the mergers and acquisitions process
Babst Calland’s W. Dane Fennell and Christian A. Farmakis dive into how AI is transforming due diligence in the legal marketplace.