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Many employees of schools and universities are fearful about returning to work due to concerns about contracting COVID-19. There are many state and federal laws that offer protections to these employees. There is one particular Arizona law that applies to all employees of Arizona school districts, community college districts, and universities, including teachers ...

Most of us are connected to our phones, tablets, or computers more than ever right now. From the time we wake up until the time we go to sleep, most of us are a few steps from our office from anywhere in our home. Like many, my summer travel plans were cancelled, taking away a time I actually disconnect from work and email. Losing that time and the current circumst...

Imagine you are in a car with others on a long drive, have somewhere to be, and out of nowhere traffic on the highway comes to a stop. What is your first reaction? It may be to curse under your breath (or out loud). It may be to voice your frustration or you may be upset knowing you will be late to your destination. I had this happen earlier this week. My first rea...

Arizona's new Limited Liability Company Act (the "New Act"), which goes into effect for all Arizona LLCs on September 1, 2020, and already governs limited liability companies (each an "LLC") formed on or after September 1, 2019, sets forth default provisions regarding member and manager voting that may impact you and your LLC. This article specifically focuses on ...

A recent Arizona law, A.R.S. § 23-1601, provides protections for Arizona employers who use independent contractors. Many Arizona businesses aren't taking advantage of the benefits and protections the law provides. What are the Benefits? The law, ARS § 23-1601, offers protections to Arizona businesses that employ independent contractors, but only if they have a...

The New Arizona Limited Liability Company Act (the "New Act"), applicable immediately for all Arizona limited liability companies (each, a "LLC") formed on or after September 1, 2019 and applicable September 1, 2020 for all existing Arizona LLCs allows for oral and implied Operating Agreements. While it is preferable to have a written Operating Agreement that ref...

The Revised Arizona Limited Liability Act ("New Act") has been effective since September 1, 2019 for new limited liability companies ("LLCs"). It now becomes effective for any existing LLCs on September 1, 2020. Especially with the pressures of dealing with COVID-19, many business owners are probably thinking about why they have to take on the additional cost ...

Organization is more important than ever. Many of us are working remotely. Even if you aren’t, being organized makes a difference. If you have children, school is about to start around the country with remote learning, pulling even more on your time. Being organized will put you in the best position to be successful in all facets of your life. Now is the time to ...

Many people do not know that there is a special rule for telecommuters in seeking Family Medical Leave Act rights. If you work from home, even if you are the only employee in your state, you are still entitled to FMLA coverage if you meet the other qualifications. I recently saw a client who worked for a large company from her home. She needed to take time off for...

Beth S. Cohn is a featured speaker at upcoming webinar - Partnership Tax Issues in Estate Planning: Key Challenges and Guidance for Trusts and Estates Counsel What: This webinar will provide trusts and estates counsel guidance for recognizing and overcoming critical tax issues of partnerships in estate planning. The speakers will discuss the fundamentals of partn...