5 Ways to Incorporate Charitable Giving into Your Estate Plan

Chris Collins and Joe Hamilton co-author "Residual vs. Total Disability: An Old Issue Revisited," published by Life, Health and Disability News, Volume 30, Issue 2

Bob Kilroy quoted in Health Risk Management article, "Federal Wage and Hour Labor Laws May Confuse Healthcare Employers"

Elizabeth Greene quoted in Health Risk Management article, "Criminal Charges Can Creep Up on Clinicians, Administrators"

Ken Pickering and Angela Benoit co-author "Employees of Cannabis Businesses in Danger of Being Denied Bankruptcy Protection," published in the Cannabis Business Executive Newsletter

Court Denies Bankruptcy Protection to Debtor Doing Business with Cannabis Growers

An Employment Lawyer's Tips for Crafting A Job Application (Pun Definitely Intended)

Hold my Beer: An Employment Lawyer's Tips for Craft Brewers (Discussing Restrictive Covenants in the Craft Beer Industry)

Fern Frolin co-authors Divorce Magazine article, "TCJA Alimony Tax Changes: the Clock is Ticking!"

Tracy Craig authors Kiplinger article, "Are You Ready for Longevity? 4 Steps to Take Now"

Tracy Craig authors Kiplinger article, "Should You Give Your House Away?"

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Spring 2018

Tracy Craig authors Kiplinger article, "Is Estate Planning Now Dead?"

"Maximizing Mediation Success: Going Beyond the Requirements of the Model Standards" by Christine Devine

"Limiting State Medicaid Agency Attempts to Expand the “Any Circumstances” Test: An Analysis of MA Multiyear Legal Battle Over the Use of Irrevocable Trusts in Long-Term Care Planning" by Lisa Neeley

Commonwealth Proposes Sweeping Changes to MassHealth Regulations

Fall 2016 Trusts and Estates Newsletter

ROSEN V. ROSEN, MASS. APP. CT. 15 p-848 Equitable Child Support Credit as a Defense to Contempt

The U.S. Department of Transportation is accepting comments on a proposal requiring speed limiters on certain trucks and buses.

Tracy Craig authors Money Magazine article "What Happens To Your Facebook Account When You Die?

David Fine Authors Chapter of ABA Book, "Construction Subcontracting, A Comprehensive, Practical and Legal Guide"

Understanding the New "Hours of Service" Regulations

Cottage Law: Holding onto Family Treasures and Memories

Litigating Spinal Cord Injuries

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Donating After a Death"

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Examining Estate Planning Options"

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Passing Down Assets to Children"

Trusts and Estates Newsletter, Summer 2012

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Examining Documents for Estate Planning"

2012: By the Numbers

How Court Ruling Might Affect Massachusetts Firms

Planning to Stay at Home - The Frail Elder Waiver

Veteran's Benefits - Often Overlooked, Yet Often Available

Alimony Reform Becomes a Reality

Health Law Update

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Financial Options for Unexpected Medical Expenses"

What to do Before You Purchase Your Cruise Ship Ticket

The Advantages of Lifetime Gifting

Reporting Requirements for Citizens Who Own Foreign Assets

Aging Matters: A Monthly Elder Law Column in the MetroWest Daily News, "Guidance When the Unexpected Occurs"

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Winter 2012

U.S. Department of Education Issues Revised FERPA Regulations

Final Regulations on Municipal Health Reform Issued

Open Meeting Law: Remote Participation & Proposed Definition of "Knowing" Violations

The Massachusetts Wage Act Protects Out-of-State Employees in Certain Situations

Compliance with Summary of Benefits and Coverage Requirements Delayed

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Summer 2011

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Safety and Pre-Employment Screening Programs

False Marking Patent Statute: Change in Measure of Damages Warrants Change in Defensive Measures

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Fall 2010

ERISA 403(b) Plans Now Subject to Standard Form 5500 Requirements

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Winter 2010

Federal Contractor Affirmative Action Audits on the Rise

Business Law e-Report

Business Law e-Report

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Summer 2009

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Winter 2008

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Spring 2008

Trusts and Estates Newsletter - Summer 2007

e-Alert: Municipalities May Allow Outdoor Dining for Restaurants During COVID-19 Re-Opening

e-Alert: Update on COVID-19 Workplace Health and Safety Enforcement by OSHA and the Massachusetts Attorney General

PPP Return Deadline Extended to May 14th

Massachusetts Legislature Passes Remote Notarization Bill / Recommendations to Ensure Workplace Safety in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic for Non-Healthcare Employers

Employee Benefits Tax Relief under the CARES Act

Governor Baker Signs New Municipal Relief Bill

Contractual Obligations during COVID-19: Is Force Majeure the Answer?

Payroll Tax Relief; SBA Loans

Extended Closure due to COVID-19 Raises Multiple Issues for Schools

Tax Extension/ DOL Releases Poster of Employee Rights/Impact on Construction Industry

Governor Baker Recommends Legislation to Address Challenges Caused by School Closures

Department of Homeland Security Relaxes Standards for Verifying Work Authorization

Department of Homeland Security Relaxes Standards for Verifying Work Authorization

Congress Passes Families First Coronavirus Response Act/ April 15 Reprieve

Long-term Care and Estate Planning/ Coronavirus Impact on the Workplace/ Construction Industry

Governor Files Bill to Help Delay Town Meeting Season During COVID-19 Emergency

The Coronavirus and Its Impact on the Workplace

U.S. Dept of Education and U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Updates Joint Guidance on the Applicability of FERPA and HIPAA to Student Records

DOL Issues Final Rule on Joint Employer Regulations Under the FLSA

U.S. Department of Labor Issues Final Rule About How to Calculate "Rate of Pay" Under Fair Labor Standards Act

New DOL FLSA Rule Issued September 24, 2016

Massachusetts Legislature Responds to Janus Decision

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit Fall 2019

Cadillac Tax

More News on the Noncompete Front: Employers Should Still Expect Strict Scrutiny of Their Restrictive Covenant Agreements

Department of Family and Medical Leave Announces Extension of Time to Provide Notice to Employees

Commonwealth's Department of Family and Medical Leave Has Published a Workplace Poster and Notice Forms for Employees and Independent Contractors

A Rebalancing for Wage Act Claims and Class Actions?

Pharmaceutical Executives Indicted on Drug Trafficking Charges

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit Winter 2019

Roger Stone Indicted for Obstruction, False Statements and Witness Tampering

Responding to a Search Warrant

Preparing for a Deposition/Interview

Testifying Before a Federal Grand Jury

Coming to a Workplace Near You: New Fair Labor Standards Act Overtime Regulations Appear Imminent

Short-Term Rental Law Gives Municipalities Taxation and Regulatory Options

Federal District Court Ruling Raises Questions About Secret Audio Recordings of Public Officials

Proposed Changes to Title IX Regulations

Tax Planning Ideas for the End of 2018

Is Your Noncompete Still Valid? Technically Yes, But… Recent Decision Foreshadows How The New Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act May Impact Existing Agreements

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit Fall 2018

Governor Baker Signs Noncompetition Bill into Law

Massachusetts Legislature Passes Long-Anticipated Act Limiting Noncompetition Agreements

SJC Upholds Wayland OML Violation and Rejects AG's Guidance on Performance Evaluations

Final Marijuana Regulations Released

Attorney General's Office Releases Guidance Interpreting an Act to Establish Pay Equity

Life, Health, Disability & ERISA Litigation e-Report Winter 2018

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit Winter 2018

DOL Announces that on April 1, 2018 Rules Amending Claims Procedures for Disability Claims will be Applicable

Individual Superintendent Evaluations Not Subject to Release under Open Meeting Law

Employees May Now File Discrimination Complaints Online with EEOC

New Open Meeting Law Regulations Take Effect October 6th

U.S. Dept. of Education Interim Guidance to Schools and Colleges for Addressing Sexual Misconduct on Campus

Student Free Speech Rights

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit, Fall 2017

Do Your COBRA Notices Comply with the Law?

Previously Enjoined Salary Basis Test for White Collar Exempt Employees Has Been Permanently Struck Down by U.S. District Court Judge in Texas

First Circuit Opens Door to Right to Jury Trial in MA Consumer Protection Actions

Governor Signs Marijuana Law Rewrite

MA Enacts Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Revised Form I-9 Issued

MA High Court Recognizes Employee Right of Qualified Medical Marijuana Users to Allege Handicap Discrimination for Off-Site Use of Medical Marijuana

New Open Meeting Law Regs Available for Comment

Does your Commission Plan Comply with the MA Wage Act?

Social Security Administration Rescinds Treating Physician Rule

What Should School Districts do When ICE Comes Knocking?

Quick Hits from the National COSA Conference

Could You be Liable for the Sins of Your Staffing Agency?

Life, Health & Disability e-Report First Circuit, Winter 2017

2017 Employment Law Changes

Commonwealth Proposes Sweeping Changes to MassHealth Regulations

Department of Labor's Final Rule Increasing Salary Threshold for White Collar Exempt Employees Will Not Take Effect on December 1st, As Originally Planned

Local Planning for Recreational Marijuana

What Recreational Marijuana Means for Massachusetts Employers

With Veterans' Day Approaching, Employers Should Be Aware of New Veterans' Rights

OCR Seeks to Ensure Compliance with Website Accessibility Guidelines

School Residency-Enrollment Issues

DOL Issues Final Rule Updating Overtime Regulations

The Defend Trade Secrets Act: A Federal Remedy for the Misappropriation of Trade Secrets

Montanile: Now What?

Drug Testing of CDL Drivers Through Use of Hair Samples on Hold

President Passed Tax Legislation

U.S. Department of Labor Delays Raising the Salary Threshold for Exempt Employees Under FLSA

Insurance Agent is Independent Contractor, Not Employee

Appeals Court Holds Arbitration under Section 42 is Exclusive Remedy

Neutral Employment Policies Can Be Deemed Discriminatory According to the U.S. Supreme Court

Department of Labor Releases Updated FMLA Forms Applicable Through May 2018

What Happens to Your Facebook Account when You Pass Away?

Supreme Judicial Court's Decision in Somerville v. Commonwealth Employment Relations Board Represents Big Win for Municipalities on Retiree Health Insurance Benefits

MA Expands Leave for Birth or Adoption to Male Employees

New Law Gives Preference in Hiring and Promotion Decisions to Veterans

New Law Requires Coaches be Certified in CPR

New OSHA Requirements for Notice of Employee Hospitalization

Massachusetts Voters Approve Paid Sick Leave Law

Commonwealth Repeals Fair Share Contribution and Health Insurance Responsibility Disclosure Requirements; Enacts New Employer Medical Assistance Contribution and Notice Requirement

Court Confirms Associational Discrimination is a Viable Claim Under State Anti-Discrimination Statute

Federal Government Issues New Form I-9

DOL Final Regulations to Take Effect

OFCCP - Directive 307

Affordable Care Act Guidelines

Patent Reform - First-to-File: What You Need to Know to Stay Ahead of the Competition

Patent Reform - First-to-File: What You Need to Know to Stay Ahead of the Competition

Fingerprint Check Bill to Go Into Effect for the 2013-2014 School Year

New Forms Required for Background Checks Under Fair Credit Reporting Act

Perils of Fiscal Cliff Averted

New Medical Marijuana Law: Must Massachusetts Employers Now Make Exceptions to Their Policies on Illegal Drug Use

Failure to Provide COBRA Notice for Terminated Employees Can Be Costly

Time Off to Vote

The $5,000 Movie Download: Movie Studios Level Copyright Infringement Accusations

Two Recent Cases Remind Us of the Importance of Harassment Prevention Training

Penalties for Clery Act Violation May Devastate Penn State

Department of Veteran Affairs Asks Institutions of Higher Education to Commit to Unannounced Principles of Excellence

NLRB "Quickie Election" Rule Invalid for Lack of Quorum

Federal Court Denies 11th Hour Motion to Temporarily Stay Implementation of Changes in NLRB's Election Procedures

Meal Break Violations Can Be Costly Under Massachusetts Law

Federal Appeals Court Halts Implementation of NLRB Employees' Rights Posting

New Limits on Employer Access To and Use Of Criminal Records Take Effect on May 4, 2012

Attorney General Announces $2.8 Million Settlement with 3 Companies that Violated Massachusetts Prevailing Wage and Misclassification Laws

Supreme Judicial Court Issues Much Anticipated Quinn Bill Decision

Health Law Update

Transgender Discrimination Protection

What to do Before You Purchase Your Cruise Ship Ticket

Reporting Requirements for Citizens Who Own Foreign Assets

Massachusetts Court Upholds Students' Suspensions for Hazing Incident

Principal and Teacher Who Exchanged Intimate E-Mails May Proceed with Invasion of Privacy Claim Against Employer

New Legislation Reinstates Evergreen Clauses Effective Retroactively

U.S. Department of Education Issues Revised FERPA Regulations

Final Regulations on Municipal Health Reform Issued

Open Meeting Law: Remote Participation & Proposed Definition of "Knowing" Violations

Compliance with Summary of Benefits and Coverage Requirements Delayed

HHS to Begin HIPAA Privacy and Security Audits in November 2011

Health Law Update

Suspending a Civil Service Employee? Make Sure You Know to Count Days the New Civil Service Way

Most Retirement Plan Limits are Changed for 2012

The Massachusetts Wage Act Protects Out-of-State Employees in Certain Circumstances

Patent Reform Arrives: What You Need to Know to Stay Ahead of the Competition

Patent Reform Legislation on the Horizon

IRS Increases Mileage Rate by 4.5 Cents

June 30th Deadline to Amend Cafeteria Plans for Over-the-Counter Drug Restriction

Recent Action by NLRB and U.S. Department of Labor Reflect Additional Pro-Employee Measures by Federal Government

Estate Planning Opportunities After the 2010 Tax Relief Act

House Passes Tax Relief Act

Estate Tax Legislation Update

IRS Releases Guidance on W-2 Reporting Requirement

Internal Claims and Appeals and External Review Procedures Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Patient Protection Act Health Care Tax Credit for Small Employers

IRS Initiates 401(k) Compliance Check Project

Supreme Court Leaves Open Ability to Obtain Software and Business Method Patents

COBRA Premium Subsidy Update and Dependent Coverage Update

New Law Extends COBRA Premium Subsidy Eligibility Period for Two Months

Federal Health Care Reform Affects Employers NOW

The False Marking Patent Statute: Change in Measure of Damages Warrants Change in Defensive Measures

New Tax Credit Helps Small Employers Provide Health Insurance Coverage

New Excise Tax Reporting Requirements Take Effect in 2010 for Violations of COBRA, HIPAA Violations and other Health Plan Mandates

False Marking Patent Statute: Change in Measure of Damages Warrants Change in Defensive Measures

President Signs into Law Temporary Extension of COBRA Premium Subsidy, Unemployment Insurance, and Medicare Physician Payment

ERISA 403(b) Plans Now Subject to Standard Form 5500 Requirements

Federal Contractor Affirmative Action Audits on the Rise

Federal Estate Tax is Repealed for One Year (Possibly)

COBRA Subsidy Extension Becomes Law

No Premium Subsidy for Qualified Beneficiaries Eligible for COBRA on or After January 1, 2010

Responding to a Government Investigation Misclassification of Employees as Independent Contractors

Business Law e-Report

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) - U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration September 2009

Green Building Contracts

Massachusetts Data Security Regulations and the Red Flags Rule

Protecting Your Trademarks from Facebook's New Username Process

Disparate Impact Discrimination and Reductions In Force ("RIFs")

IRS Issued New Comprehensive Guidance on the New COBRA Premium Assistance Subsidy Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

New Model COBRA Notices Released

Personal Income Tax Treatment of Employer-Related Health Insurance Coverage for an Employee's Former Spouse

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Executive Order Loosens Open Meeting Law Requirements During Coronavirus Emergency

e-Alert: Municipalities May Allow Outdoor Dining for Restaurants During COVID-19 Re-Opening

PODCAST: Chris Collins talks about the Life, Health, Disability and ERIS Litigation practice | Recorded 6.1.20

PODCAST: Tim Braughler discusses divorcing couples' First Amendment rights to disparage each other on social media

e-Alert: Update on COVID-19 Workplace Health and Safety Enforcement by OSHA and the Massachusetts Attorney General

Webinar: Reopening Massachusetts What Employers Need to Know About Phase 1: Start

PODCAST: Fern Frolin talks about out-of-court divorces

PODCAST: Lisa Neeley discusses Key Nursing Home and MassHealth Issues Amid COVID-19 | Recorded 5.18.20

e-Alert: The Next Phase in the COVID-19 Battle for School Districts: Budget Cuts, Furloughs, Layoffs and Collective Bargaining

PODCAST: Bob Kilroy discusses issues employers may face upon re-entry into the workplace during the COVID-19 Pandemic | Recorded 5.15.20

E-Alert: Considerations for Employers Resuming On-Site Operations During COVID-19

Fern Frolin quoted, "Non-disparagement orders improperly restrained speech," Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, May 13, 2020

e-Alert: Treasury Department issues New Guidance on "Necessity" Certification for PPP Loan Recipients

PODCAST: Jonathan Sigel discusses re-entry into the workplace after the COVID-19 pandemic

David Fine quoted in Worcester Business Journal's article "Real estate industry reacting to short- and long-term consequences of pandemic"

PODCAST: Fern Frolin provides overview for beginners about the divorce process in Massachusetts | Recorded 5.10.20

PODCAST: Tom Flaws discusses Personal Injury Litigation during and post- COVID-19 | Recorded 5.6.20

PPP Return Deadline Extended to May 14th

PODCAST: Tim Braughler discusses rights of unmarried couples who live together | Recorded 5.4.20

PODCAST: Emily Crim discusses estate planning for same-sex couples | Recorded 5.1.20

COVID-19 and Brewers: Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Emergency Family Medical Leave

Joe Baldiga quoted in Worcester Telegram & Gazette article, "Force to reckon with: 'Force majeure' clause can be safety valve for businesses hit by virus

e-Alert: Massachusetts Legislature Passes Remote Notarization Bill / Recommendations to Ensure Workplace Safety in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic for Non-Healthcare Employers

PODCAST: Arthur Bergeron talks about alternatives to nursing homes during COVID-19 | Recorded 4.27.20

PODCAST: Ted Bassett discusses taking care of the elderly during COVID-19 | Recorded 4.25.20

BLOG: Protecting the Elderly: Coronavirus and Nursing Homes

PODCAST: Rich Van Nostrand discusses Diversity & Inclusion

PODCAST: Dave Fine discusses "COVID-19: Impact on Construction" | Recorded 4.17.20

PODCAST: Mike Refolo discusses Navigating your Business During COVID-19

COVID-19 and Brewers: What's the Difference Between a Layoff and a Furlough?

PODCAST: Brian Falk discusses local government during the COVID-19 emergency.

e-Alert: Employee Benefits Tax Relief under the CARES Act

PODCAST: Nick Anastasopoulos discusses employer-union relations during COVID-19

PODCAST: Jim Donnelly discusses Nonprofit Volunteer Boards and COVID-19 (4.6.20)

Webinar: New Regulations: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

e-Alert: COVID-19 Legal Updates: Employment Law | Estate Planning | Business

PODCAST: Marc Terry discusses School Law and COVID-19 (4.3.20)

e-Alert: Governor Baker Signs New Municipal Relief Bill

e-Alert: Contractual Obligations during COVID-19: Is Force Majeure the Answer?

PODCAST: Brian Casaceli discusses EFMLA and FFCRA (4.1.20)

e-Alert: Payroll Tax Relief; SBA Loans

Bob Kilroy quoted in Worcester Business Journal article, "Key steps for businesses to survive the coronavirus crisis"

e-Alert: Extended Closure due to COVID-19 Raises Multiple Issues for Schools

WEBINAR: Latest DOL Guidance regarding Families First Act

PODCAST: Grace Roessler discusses Family Law and Divorce during COVID-19

PODCAST: Matt Fisher discusses COVID-19 Impact on Healthcare Industry

e-Alert: Tax Extension/ DOL Releases Poster of Employee Rights/Impact on Construction Industry

PODCAST: Amanda Baer talks about the Emergency Sick Leave Act (3.25.20)

e-Alert: Governor Baker Recommends Legislation to Address Challenges Caused by School Closures

Employment Law Webinar Recording Available

e-Alert: Department of Homeland Security Relaxes Standards for Verifying Work Authorization

e-Alert: Congress Passes Families First Coronavirus Response Act/ April 15 Reprieve

e-Alert: Long-term Care and Estate Planning/ Coronavirus Impact on the Workplace/ Construction Industry

Divorce Attorney Fern Frolin Dissects Marriage Story - Fact or Fiction?

BLOG: The Impact of Coronavirus on the Construction Industry

e-Alert: Governor Files Bill to Help Delay Town Meeting Season During COVID-19 Emergency

e-Alert: Executive Order Loosens Open Meeting Law Requirements During Coronavirus Emergency

Mirick O'Connell Visitor Guidelines as of March 12, 2020

e-Alert: The Coronavirus and Its Impact on the Workplace

Fern Frolin quoted, 'Divorce loans' can provide cash until the settlement comes through

U.S. Dept of Education and U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Updates Joint Guidance on the Applicability of FERPA and HIPAA to Student Records

DOL Issues Final Rule on Joint Employer Regulations Under the FLSA

Successor Fiduciary Liability: When the Follower Must be the Leader

Refresher on HIPAA Compliance

Mirick O'Connell recognized as "Best Law Firm" for business by Worcester Business Journal

Make a New Year's Resolution: Follow Frank and Mary

Happy New Year from Mirick O'Connell

The Next Draft: Spencer monks torn on abbey taproom

26 Mirick O'Connell Attorneys Named 2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Lisa Neeley quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly "Elder law bar: MassHealth 'war on trusts' rages on"

Dave McCay quoted in Telegram & Gazette article, "Fight to protect drinking water from 'forever chemicals' begins to boil"

Elizabeth Greene quoted in Health Risk Management article, "Criminal Charges Can Creep Up on Clinicians, Administrators"

Bob Kilroy quoted in Health Risk Management article, "Federal Wage and Hour Labor Laws May Confuse Healthcare Employers"

Free Estate Planning Clinic for Low-Income Veterans

Matt Fisher Quoted in Fierce Healthcare article, "Privacy experts skeptical of Facebook's moves to protect sensitive health information"

Matt FIsher Quoted in Fierce Healthcare article, "HHS moves to reduce HIPAA fines, lowering the cap more than $1M for some violations"

Dave McCay quoted in E&E News article, "CLEAN WATER ACT Groundwater policy still muddled until Supreme Court rules"

Ken Pickering: "10 Things I Know About ... Employee Fraud"

Tracy Craig authors Kiplinger article, "Beneficiary Designations: 5 Critical Mistakes to Avoid"

Matt Fisher Quoted in HealthData Answers, "Industry Reacts to New Proposed Rules"

Tracy Craig authors Kiplinger article, "No Children? Why You Still Need an Estate Plan"

Mirick O'Connell Wins First Place for Law Firms in Worcester Business Journal Best of Business

Kate Foley elected to Board of Directors of New England Chapter of IWIRC

Tax Planning Ideas for the End of 2018

Joint Ownership: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Christine Devine Appointed to Bankruptcy Merit Selection Panel

Matt Fisher was named by HealthTech Magazine one of the 15 Health IT Social Media Influencers

The New Massachusetts Non-Compete Law

Even Your Pet Needs an Estate Plan

Many Towns Demand Extra Payments from Pot Shops Despite Law's Restrictions

Million Dollar Fine: Hospitals pay to settle privacy cases for letting TV film crew in

3 Boston Hospitals Reach $1M Settlement Over Patient Privacy

HealthTech Magazine Recognizes The Pulse: Mirick O'Connell's Health Law Blog

Ping Hu: 10 Things I Know About Protecting Business IP

Fern Frolin co-authors Divorce Magazine article, "TCJA Alimony Tax Changes: the Clock is Ticking!"

Rich Van Nostrand quoted in Law360, "Mass. Noncompete Law Overhaul Not As Strict As It Seems"

14 Mirick O'Connell attorneys recognized in 2019 The Best Lawyers in America

Spencer Brewery monks contemplate a tasting room

Ted Bassett quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly "Appeals Court revives case against Cape Cod skydiving company,"

In Memoriam: Paul J. D'Onfro

Fern Frolin quoted in The New York Times

Telegram's One on One with Employment Attorney Jonathan Sigel

Matt Fisher quoted in Physicians Practice, "4 ways to reduce the risk of a suit"

Brian Falk quoted in Telegram, "Central Mass. draws interest as hub of marijuana business"

Jonathan Sigel interviewed by NECN - How to Prepare for Mass Equity Pay Law

Matt Fisher quoted in Physicians Practice "5 Guaranteed Ways to Get Sued"

Mirick O'Connell Ranked Largest Law Firm in Central MA

Matt Fisher nominated to ABA Health Law Section Council

Matt Fisher quoted in Part B News, "Cryptojacking a new threat to your patients' PHI; treat incidents seriously"

Christine Devine interviewed by Worcester New Tonight, "Bertucci's Files for Bankruptcy"

Telegram, "One on One: Ping Hu, chair of Mirick O'Connell's Intellectual Property Group"

Ping Hu quoted in Telegram, "Chinese steal its thunder: AMSC CEO calls guilty verdict a ‘great victory'"

Jonathan Sigel interviewed by Worcester News Tonight, "Equity Pay in the Workplace"

Ping Hu quoted in Bloomberg, "Google Could Owe Oracle $8.8 Billion in Android Fight"

Lisa Neeley to Present at NAELA, Massachusetts Chapter, Elder Law Institute XXIV: Focusing on Emerging Issues

Worcester, Massachusetts - February 13, 2018 - Attorney Lisa Neeley, of Mirick O'Connell's Trusts and Estates Law Group, will be presenting at the March 16, 2018, NAELA, Massachusetts Chapter, Elder Law Institute XXIV: Focusing on Emerging Issues on the topic of Estate Recovery Challenges Concerning Annuity Beneficiary Designations....

Lisa Neeley was featured in the latest edition of NAELA News

Matt Fisher quoted in Part B News, "Lost a provider's prescription pad? Respond by the book and prove it"

Matt Fisher quoted in Becker's Hospital Finance Review, "What the Amazon, JPMorgan, Berkshire partnership means for healthcare: 35 executives respond"

Dennis Pojani Joins Mirick O'Connell

Matt Fisher quoted in Medcity News, "Allscripts ransomware attack leads to class action lawsuit by medical practice: Is this the new normal? (Updated)"

Fern Frolin Named 2017 "Child Custody Lawyer of the Year" by Lawyer Monthly

Matt Fisher quoted in Healthcare Dive, "Could narrow networks be the next big cost cutter?"

Mirick O'Connell Voted Best Law Firm For Business

What Are Your New Year's IP Resolutions?

Matt Fisher quoted in Fierce Healthcare, "HHS updates substance abuse confidentiality regulations, hints at future HIPAA alignment"

Matt Fisher quoted in Part B News, "PBN's 2017 predictions: Right on QPP, CCM, fraud — and almost everything else"

Highlights of the New Tax Bill

Last week the President signed into law a new tax bill that has dramatic effects on the current tax system. Here are highlights affecting most individuals...

Draft Marijuana Regulations Released

The state's Cannabis Control Commission released its draft regulations today. Once finalized, the regulations will govern the licensure of recreational marijuana establishments in Massachusetts, a process intended to start this spring....

Lisa Neeley was elected to a two-year term on the National Association Elder Law Attorneys, Massachusetts Chapter, Board of Directors

Matthew Fisher was listed as one of the "12 Healthcare IT Law Attorneys You Should Know" according to HealthData Management

Mirick O'Connell included in the 2018 "Best Law Firms" list by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers

David Fine co-authors "The 2017 A201 Deskbook," published by the American Bar Association

Fern Frolin explains New MA Child Support Guidelines

Do Your COBRA Notices Comply with the Law? If Not, Your Organization Could be Susceptible to a Class Action Lawsuit

Previously Enjoined Salary Basis Test for White Collar Exempt Employees Has Been Permanently Struck Down by U.S. District Court Judge in Texas

Jessica Murphy Receives Extraordinary Leader Award

Massachusetts Enacts Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Massachusetts High Court Recognizes Employee Right of Qualified Medical Marijuana Users To Allege Handicap Discrimination For Off-Site Use of Medicinal Marijuana

Meet the Newest Members of the Mirick O'Connell Team

Lisa Neeley Quoted in MLW, "Bar wary even after SJC rules against agency"

New England In-House Counsel Article, "Case offers lessons on executive employment terminations"

SJC rules in favor of Lisa Neeley in Nadeau v. Director of Medicaid

Joe Hamilton Honored by YMCA, 2016 Adult Volunteer of the Year

Worcester T&G "One on One" with Jonathan Sigel

Mirick O'Connell Supports Pancreatic Cancer Alliance, Pansies for Progress program

Marc Terry Elected to the National COSA Board

David Fine to Speak at American Bar Association Webinar

Nicholas Anastasopoulos Named one of the "Top 20 Lawyers in Traditional Labor & Employment Law" by Human Resource Executive Magazine and Lawdragon

Arthur Bergeron honored by MetroWest Health Foundation

Highlights from our Trusts and Estates Blog

Lisa Neeley to speak on the Legal Aspects of Aging

Fern Frolin Quoted in CNBC Article about, "How to Divorce Like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie"

Mirick O'Connell Voted Best Law Firm

Lisa M. Neeley Argues Before Supreme Judicial Court

Lisa M. Neeley Honored with Elder Advocacy Award

Happy New Year from Mirick O'Connell

Bob Kilroy talks about the new Marijuana Act on Radio Entrepreneurs

Fall 2016 Trusts and Estates Newsletter

The Boston Globe recognizes Mirick O'Connell as one of the "Top Places to Work"

Amanda Baer interviewed by WCVB "Companies determine practices when marijuana becomes legal in Massachusetts"

The U.S. Department of Transportation is accepting comments on a proposal requiring speed limiters on certain trucks and buses.

Lisa Neeley's case note published in this fall’s edition of the National NAELA Journal

Fern Frolin Appointed as Member of the Child Support Guidelines Task Force

Highlights from our "Off the Clock" Employment Blog

Jason Port Selected for Leadership Worcester Class of 2017

July #100ThankYous!

Ted Bassett installed as President of APITLA at the 2016 Summit

Mirick O'Connell Featured in Worcester Telegram

Worcester Chamber Salutes Mirick O'Connell on 100 Years of Excellence

Tracy Craig authors Money Magazine article "What Happens To Your Facebook Account When You Die?"

Mirick O'Connell Celebrates 100th Anniversary!

Trusts and Estates Newsletter Spring 2016

David Fine to Present Construction Contract Workshop

David L. Fine Elevated to Partner

Paralegal Cheryl Spakauskas Honored by MA Lawyers Weekly, Excellence in the Law award

February #100ThankYous!

January #100ThankYous!

Mirick O'Connell Recognized as "Best Law Firm for Business" by the WBJ

14 Attorneys selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America®

Jason Port Recognized as one of this year's "40 Under Forty" by Worcester Business Journal

Brian Beaton Joins Firm as Land Use Partner

POSTPONED: Employment Law Conference 2020

Employment Conference 2020

Lisa Neeley to present "Current Trends in MassHealth and Estate Recovery Litigation" at the January EBPC of Worcester County Dinner

Lisa Neeley to present "The Basics and Current Trends in Estate Recovery" at NAELA's January MA Chapter Meeting

Brian Casaceli to present, "Protecting Your Business's Customer Goodwill and Confidential Information" at the MetroWest Chamber of Commerce

Jessica Murphy presents at the January NAWIC Chapter Meeting, "Electronic Signature and Record Retention"

D. Moschos and Kim Rozak to provide an "Update on the New Federal Overtime Regulations" at the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce

Ted Bassett presents Litigation Emotional Distress Claims: Liability and Defense Issues for Intentional and Negligent Acts Webinar

Ted Bassett presents Litigation Emotional Distress Claims: Liability and Defense Issues for Intentional and Negligent Acts Webinar

Marc Terry to Present at MassEdCo's Fall Forum: Cyberbullying: Current Research and Trends

Trish Davidson to participate in National Business Institute's Estate Administration Boot Camp

David Fine to Moderate MBA CLE Panel of Experts: The Revitalization of Worcester

Update on the Massachusetts Family and Medical Leave Act and its New Regulations and Review of the New Proposed FLSA Overtime Rules and Filing with EEOC

Jonathan Sigel Speaks at "Workplace Violence" Seminar

Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Ted Bassett to participate in MATA National Webinar: Trial Traps in Trucking Cases

OSHA and MA DSL Compliance and Workplace Safety Seminar

The Massachusetts Equal Pay Act and Pay Equity Audits: Why and How?

TO BE RESCHEDULED! The Massachusetts Equal Pay Act and Pay Equity Audits: Why and How?

David Fine to Speak at ABC MA's Legal Roundtable

David Fine to Moderate American Bar Association's "Mind the Gap: Avoiding Design Delegation Dangers" Webinar

Rich Van Nostrand to serve on MCLE Panel, "1st Look at Massachusetts' New Noncompete & Trade Secrets Laws

Ted Bassett will be presenting at the 2018 APITLA National Interstate Trucking Super Summit

Addiction in the Workplace Forum: Bob Kilroy to serve on panel

Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Allen Falke to present "Wondering how the new tax bill will affect your and/or your business?" Seminar

David Fine to Moderate American Bar Association Webinar

Lisa Neeley to present at MCLE: “1st Look” at What the Daley & Nadeau Decisions Mean to Irrevocable Trusts & Medicaid Planning

Lisa Neeley to participate in MassNAELA webinar: Daley v. EOHHS

Amanda Baer to serve as Keynote Speaker at 19th Annual Paralegal Conference

Fern Frolin to present MBA CLE, "Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Domestic Relations Practice"

Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Tracy Craig to Participate in #LoveAndMoney Twitter Chat

D. Moschos and Kim Rozak to present at the Worcester Chamber of Commerce

Fern Frolin and Richard Van Nostrand to present at American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Seminar

John McMorrow to present on The DOL Fiduciary Investment Advice Rule

Mike Murphy to present at Milford Chamber

Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Recruitment and Retention of Medical Personnel in a Volatile Landscape

New Earned Sick Time Law Seminar

Corey Higgins and Kim Rozak to present HRC - Sick Time Act Update

D. Moschos to Present Paid Sick Days Seminar at Worcester Chamber

David Fine to Present at Northeast Security Systems Contractors Expo

2015 Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Health Law Seminar

2014 Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Health Law Seminar

Health Law Seminar: Health Care Reform 2.0

2013 Labor, Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar

Ted Bassett Presenting National Live Teleconference for NBI

Mirick O'Connell Participates in National Go Red Day

Craft Beer Group Sponsors Beer Tasting/Tour at Redemption Rock Brewery in Worcester

Free Estate Planning Clinic for Low-Income Veterans

Craft Brewers Group Sponsors Beer Tasting/Tour at Lookout Farm in Natick

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors the M.A.S.S. Annual Conference

Craft Brewers Group Sponsors Beer Tasting/Tour at Start Line Brewers

Craft Brewers Group Sponsors WBJ Book of Lists Brew Fest

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Reliant Medical Foundation Golf Classic

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Milford Area Chamber Annual Scholars Night

Mirick O'Connell Participates in AHA's Central MA Heart Walk

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Red Cross Heroes Among Us Dinner

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Habitat for Humanity-MetroWest/Greater Worcester 'Women Build 2018'"

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Milford Area Chamber Cinco de Mayo event

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors the Ashland Education Foundation Gala

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Massachusetts Bar Association Annual Dinner

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Working for Worcester's 2018 Build Day

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Central MA Heart & Stroke Ball

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors the ABA Emerging Issues in Healthcare Law Conference

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Massachusetts Municipal Association 2018 Annual Meeting

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors UMass Cancer Walk

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Discovering Justice Mock Trial

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Reliant Medical Foundation's Golf Classic

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Milford Area Chamber of Commerce Cinco de Mayo event

Mirick O'Connell Participates in MDA Walk/Run

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors American Heart Association Heart Ball

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors NAWIC Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Supports Veterans, Inc.

Mirick O'Connell Participates in AHA's Central MA Heart Walk

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Cinco de Mayo Business After Hours

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services Masquerade Gala

Mirick O'Connell Participates in AHA's National Go Red for Women Day

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Boroughs+ Economic Development Summit

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Worcester Regional Chamber Annual Meeting

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors UMass Winter Ball

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Pancreatic Cancer Alliance, Karaoke for a Cure event

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors HealthAlliance Hospital Gala

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Reliant Medical Group Foundation 5K Run/Walk

Mirick O'Connell Participates in UMass Cancer Walk

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Becker College Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Corridor Nine Chamber Networking Breakfast

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors United Way Women's Initiative, Stepping Up for Girls

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors UMass Tee Up for Tots Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Marlborough Hospital Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Representative Hannah Kane Charity Golf Classic

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Corridor Nine Chamber Summer BBQ

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Worcester State University Golf Tournament

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors WBDC and WCAC 50th Anniversary Celebration

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Reliant Foundation's Drive for a Difference

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors SBANE Innovation Awards

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors A Tribute to Women Luncheon

Mirick O'Connell Participates in Central MA Heart Walk

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors Oldies But Goodies Antiques Appraisal

Mirick O'Connell Participates in Walk to End Alzheimer's

Mirick O'Connell "Goes Red" in Support of the American Heart Association

Mirick O'Connell Sponsors AHA Heart of the Commonwealth

Mirick O'Connell Participates in Children's Friend Walk/Run

Mirick O'Connell Participates in AHA Go Red Day

Mirick O'Connell Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters

Mirick O'Connell Grants Holiday Gift Wishes

Mirick O'Connell Supports the United Way of Central Massachusetts

Mirick O'Connell Supports Worcester County Food Bank