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When City Annexation Goes Too Far: How a Recent South Carolina Decision Highlights Land and Water Rights Conflicts
Municipal annexation is often viewed as a routine act of local governance—adjusting boundaries to reflect growth and development. But a recent opinion from the South Carolina Supreme Court serves as a cautionary tale for municipalities, developers, and utilities alike, demonstrating how annexation decisions can spark serious disputes over land ownership, municipal authority, and
Who’s Afraid of DEI? Taking the Politics out of Fair Employment Practices
Today’s employers likely feel caught between a rock and a hard place. They know—because they have great HR departments and outside counsel—that federal anti-discrimination laws
New Construction, New Problems
How to Spot Red Flags Before You Buy Buying a new home is a major investment. When purchasing a newly built home, it’s crucial to
Battling the Clone Army: Arbitration Agreements, Class Action Waivers, and the Risks of Mass Arbitrations in Employment Cases
Many employers believe that it’s better to resolve employment claims in arbitration rather than going to court. If you determine that arbitration is the best
Supreme Court Reminds Employers to Be More Accommodating
Whenever law and religion cross paths, there is a tricky dance that must be done. The U.S. Constitution guarantees that “Congress shall make no law
Crypto Payments of $10k or More: A Deep Dive into Form 8300
Cryptocurrency is making the news every single day for a myriad of reasons. I wanted to shed light on one important update that might have
AI for HR: How to Use ChatGPT to Improve Employee Counseling
By now, you’ve likely heard of ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot first launched in late 2022 (and if you haven’t, here’s a helpful primer).