Summer 2008 Report from Counsel

Employer Forced to Pay Unapproved Overtime” reviews a recent case in which the court explained what efforts employers must take to avoid being required to pay employees for unauthorized overtime work.
Like-Kind Exchanges” tax law related to real property “like-kind” exchanges.
Protection for Parodies” discussed distinctions between parodies, trademark infringement and trademark dilution.
Lawyer’s Approval for Acceptance of Offer” reviews the notion of “conditional acceptance” in response to contractual offers.
Home Improvement Scams” and recommendations for avoiding them.