New Liquor Licensing Law Opens Doors for NY Theaters

New York moviegoers are enjoying more than popcorn and soda with their films these days. Thanks to a new law passed as part of the 2025 legislative session, all movie theaters in New York (that meet the definition) are now eligible to apply for a liquor license with...

Federal Estate Tax Update

Finally … some clarity! Federal Estate Tax planning has been more turbulent the past twenty years than sailing a ship through a hurricane.  Ok, that’s an exaggeration.  Nevertheless, we have clarity now.  As a result of the OBBB Act (One Big Beautiful Bill) signed...

Registering Social Media Handles as Trademarks

Changes in the trademark laws in 2024 now allow business owners to register social media handles as trademarks to protect their brand identity online. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to register your social media handle as a trademark: Determine Eligibility...

2024 Revised Regulations for Non-Traditional Trademarks

2024 Revised Regulations for Non-Traditional Trademarks: A New Frontier in Brand Protection As the global marketplace continues to evolve, so too does the need for robust and adaptive trademark laws. In 2024, a significant milestone was reached with the introduction...

New 2024 Rules on Descriptive and Generic Terms

New 2024 Rules on Descriptive and Generic Terms: Safeguarding Consumers and Upholding Trademark Integrity In 2024, new regulations were introduced to address the registration and use of descriptive or generic terms in trademarks, reflecting a growing need to protect...

Understanding Trusts: An Overview

You may have come across various online articles explaining the benefits of having a trust—such as tackling estate tax implications, protecting your assets, and avoiding probate. However, many of these articles don’t delve into which trust option might be the best fit...