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The Corporate Transparency Act is Still Alive and Community Associations May Need to File
November 11, 2024 By Timothy R. Hughes | Business Insights
As we have previously discussed, despite some pieces of litigation challenging the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), the CTA is still in place for now and companies and organizations need to grapple with compliance. The CTA reporting requirements may be on the chopping block for the incoming Trump administration, but for now they are still in place and must be followed.
Read More...Courts Issue Mixed Rulings in Legal Challenges to FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes. What Should Employers Do Now?
Important update on the status of the FTC’s Rule banning non-competes:
On August 20, 2024, in the case of Ryan, LLC, et al. v. Federal Trade Commission, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, determined that the Federal Trade Commission did not have statutory authority from Congress to issue its Rule banning the use of nearly all employer non-compete provisions. With the Court’s decision, the FTC Rule did not go into effect on September 4, 2024, anywhere in the U.S. The FTC is considering whether it will appeal the Court’s ruling to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
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How Zoning Policies Shape Data Center Development in Northern Virginia
Northern Virginia is a major hub for data centers, housing one of the world’s densest concentrations of data facilities. This rapid expansion has fueled economic growth but also raised significant zoning and land use challenges as communities balance environmental impacts with economic incentives. Recently, counties like Fairfax and Loudoun have enacted new zoning regulations to control data center growth, seeking a balance between technological advancement and community preservation. This blog explores these zoning challenges, recent regulations, and how sustainable technology could help data centers align with community standards.
Read More...EEOC’s 2024 Litigation Has Focused on the ADA and PWFA
Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that the agency had filed 110 lawsuits challenging unlawful employment discrimination practices in fiscal year 2024. The EEOC is responsible for oversight and enforcement of federal employment discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
Read More...Do Employees Have the Right to Federal Holidays Off?
Federal holidays are recognized national observances that, for many, play a significant role in American culture. They offer employees an opportunity to take a break from work, celebrate important moments, and spend time with family and friends. However, when it comes to employee rights and employer obligations surrounding time off on federal holidays, many misconceptions exist.
In this blog, we will explore the legal framework around federal holidays, the rights of employees regarding time off and compensation, and the obligations employers must meet under both federal and Virginia law.
Read More...Amazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate: What It Means for Northern Virginia’s Real Estate Market
Amazon’s recent announcement that employees will be required to return to the office five days a week has sparked significant interest in the real estate and business communities. This policy shift is part of a larger trend where tech giants and other major corporations are encouraging—or mandating—employees to return to in-office work after several years of remote and hybrid arrangements.
In this article, we’ll explore the potential impacts of Amazon’s return-to-office policy on Northern Virginia’s still soft office leasing market, particularly in regions like Arlington, home to Amazon’s HQ2, focusing on office space demand and commercial leasing trends.
Read More...NLRB Adds “Stay-or-Pay” Provisions to the List of Employee Restrictions that Violate Federal Law
On October 7, 2024, National Labor Relation Board (NLRB) General Counsel (GC), Jennifer Abruzzo, issued a memorandum to NLRB field offices adding additional substance to the position on non-competes she outlined in her May 30, 2024, Memo, chiefly that “overbroad non-compete agreements are unlawful because they chill employees from exercising their rights under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which protects employees’ rights to take collective action to improve their working conditions.”
Read More...Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Deadlines Are Here!
With the passage of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), there are a ton of questions. Most companies must file a Beneficial Owner Information Report (BOIR). Here are some of the main points:
When do I need to file my BOIR?
For companies formed prior to 1/1/2024, the deadline for filing the BOIR is 12/31/24. As of 1/1/24, new companies must file the BOIR within 90 days of company creation or registration. As of 1/1/25, new companies must file the BOIR within 30 days of company creation or registration.
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