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Read | Delete: iPhone at 10-How It Changed Everything
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevant Ten years ago, the first iPhone hit stores in the US. On paper, the device was nothing special: it lacked the 3G connectivity which was becoming standard across much of the world, its battery struggled to last a day, and its camera resolution was…
IP Essential Considerations Series: Copyrights
Welcome to my “Essential Considerations” series for intellectual property (IP) matters, wherein I review the important principles and processes IP holders need to know. From patenting your invention to keeping trade secrets secret, this series breaks down the sometimes labyrinthine world of IP law into a digestible question and answer format. This Essential Considerations…
The First Meeting with an Attorney – The Consultation
Whatever the reason that you have decided to talk to an attorney, your first meeting is important because it sets the scene for any continuing communication and relationship. If you have never needed to use an attorney before, the description below should help to fill you in on what you can do to make the…
Can an HOA collect after a mortgage foreclosure?
Q: When there are past-due HOA assessments for a property, and a mortgage lender forecloses on the property and takes title, who can the HOA collect the unpaid HOA assessments from following the foreclosure? A: This is a follow-up question from a column I wrote in 2015 that can be found here: https://carolinacommonelements.com/2015/05/01/after-foreclosure-who-pays-past-hoa-dues/ In a…
PHH Hearing Recap and CFPB Status Forecast
Having listened to a vast majority of the PHH hearing, the main focus was the issue of constitutionality. Specifically, whether the director of the CFPB’s for-cause termination requirement is an unconstitutional delegation of presidential power. It was clear that a couple of justices sided with PHH, however, there were more pro CFPB structure judges…
The Weekly Scenario: Life Insurance Proceeds
Question: How are the death proceeds paid to an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust used by an estate to pay estate taxes? Answer: When life insurance proceeds are paid to a life insurance trust, there are generally two ways for the trustee to use the cash to pay estate taxes. One way is for the trustee…
M&A Nugget: Made in America
M&A Nugget: Made in America One important facet of a purchaser’s due diligence investigation of a business is to determine whether the seller is in compliance with major laws applicable to its business. With increasing frequency, manufacturers and marketers are using the term “Made in America” to describe their products. Federal laws exist, the purpose…
Friday Factoid: The World’s Most Famous Brands Series – Red, White, and Blue Edition
In recognition of our nation’s colors, test your knowledge of these well-recognized red, white and blue-themed brands, songs and books: [quiz-cat id=”33291″] If you have any questions, please contact Jonathan R. Wachs at jwachs@offitkurman.com or 301-575-0302. If you would like to subscribe to receive Friday Factoids® in your inbox click here.
30 years In, Offit Kurman Continues To Think Big
30 years in, Offit Kurman continues to think big Offit Kurman Featured in The Daily Record By: Anamika Roy, Daily Record Legal Affairs Writer Offit Kurman started out 30 years ago as a small Baltimore law firm founded by brothers Maurice and Ted Offit and their childhood friend, Howard Kurman. The trio had a…
Is THAT Legal? – Police Radars
“Is THAT legal?” spotlights laws that might make you scratch your head and wonder why lawmakers even bothered to take the time. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at trepczynski@offitkurman.com or 703.745.1801. Stay tuned for the next edition every other week! [quiz-cat id=”33043″] ABOUT THOMAS REPCZYNSKI…
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