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Join us for a timely and topical webinar hosted by Ice Miller, LLP, discussing cybersecurity collaboration and information sharing in the defense industrial base. The webinar also will feature a robust discussion of best...more
With audit activity from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) on the rise, government contractors—especially small and mid-sized businesses—must be prepared for increased scrutiny. In Part 1 of this 3-part webinar series,...more
When you hear the term corporate governance, you might assume it’s something reserved for Fortune 500 companies or sprawling multinational corporations. After all, these entities have complex operations, thousands of...more
A well-drafted Operating Agreement is crucial for restaurant LLCs, setting clear rules for ownership, management, and dispute resolution. However, even the best agreements can become a source of conflict if not properly...more
As federal contractors continue to navigate the post-pandemic compliance landscape, a recurring issue has emerged in government audits and incurred cost reviews: whether and how contractors must credit the government for...more
Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, and the federal government offers a range of programs to support their growth — particularly in the realm of government contracting. One of the most strategic tools...more
Small business owners often wait for things to go wrong before consulting with attorneys. This is understandable. Consulting a lawyer can delay a transaction and nobody likes the added expense....more
In today’s digital age, entrepreneurs are often tempted to use online legal services such as LegalZoom, Nolo, or similar platforms to form their businesses, or in some instances, even artificial intelligence. ...more
13th Annual Risk & Compliance Virtual Conference | Thursday, September 19 - A thriving future begins with smart governance, risk and compliance decision-making today. Join thousands of your peers at this complimentary...more
Originally published in American Business Magazine - May 2024. Many small- and mid-sized business owners believe that they are not prime targets for a cyber breach and that threat actors only go after large companies. This...more
The performance of any government contract by a contractor has the potential to bring certain monetary risks of a government claim against the contractor. Below, we discuss 5 key ways a government contractor can be subject to...more
A fundamental goal of federal contracting is to provide greater market access to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals through performance on government contracts. Construction contractors have an important role...more
Earlier this week, the federal government reopened the Paycheck Protection Program – and emphasized a renewed focus on preventing fraud and abuse. In today’s episode, Scott Peeler, Lynn Fiorentino, and Susan Tran from our...more
Though we are disappointed we will not be together in-person, we remain dedicated to providing a first-class learning experience while keeping the health and well being of everyone a top priority. The ECEI will have the...more
In the News. On the heels of a lawsuit challenging the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC) recently issued Madden fix/valid when made rule, eight state attorneys general filed suit challenging a similar rule...more
Congratulations–you have successfully received an SBA PPP loan! While you are likely thinking that the hard work is over, you are, unfortunately, wrong. The responsibilities of a PPP loan recipient extend beyond the four...more
In This Issue. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a new rule that would establish a revised framework for the fair value determination for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and have...more
The COVID-19 pandemic has created significant challenges for many businesses. Some companies, particularly in the travel, hospitality, and leisure industries, have seen revenue drop precipitously. Other companies,...more
As the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to impact businesses across the country and the world, many employers have implemented, or are considering, employee salary or wage reductions as one way to reduce overall business...more
Employer Implementation of CDC Recommendations and Operational Changes - Employers/businesses in non-critical infrastructure industries should begin the process of implementing the 03-16-20 CDC Recommendations as soon as...more
In line with recent actions taken across the government to enhance the resilience of the nation’s cybersecurity apparatus, the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently released a set of best practices for...more
When an SBA loan goes into default, the SBA requires a lender to commence litigation when the lender concludes that (1) defensive action is necessary to protect the collateral or ability to collect from the obligor or (2)...more
For several years, the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has experienced continuous growth with its flagship 7(a) and 504 business loan programs. For fiscal year 2018, the SBA made over $24 billion in loans...more
Commonsense IoT security steps that startups and small business should consider to comply with California’s new law - California recently enacted a new law, Senate Bill 327, that requires companies that make Internet of...more