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The Department of Labor recently announced proposed revisions to Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) forms intended to increase FMLA compliance and administration. Labor & Employment Practice Group member Michael R. Pacewicz discusses why the changes may be of interest to… more Continue reading Gavel to Gavel: New FMLA Forms Coming from Department of Labor

Administrative & Regulatory Practice Group member Aimee Majoue discusses the recent changes to Oklahoma's statutes regulating alcohol sales, and explains how the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission's interpretation of the new statutes minimize requirements for consumers. more Continue reading New Alcohol Laws Impact Out-Of-State Shipments

In the first session of the 116th Congress, several bipartisan bills have passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate and are awaiting the President’s signature. Bankruptcy & Creditor’s Rights Practice Group Chair William H. Hoch discusses three bills… more Continue reading Bills Awaiting President’s Signature to Affect Bankruptcies

Beginning in October, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear re-argument of the Carpenter v. Murphy case. Indian Law & Gaming Practice Group Chair Mike McBride III discusses how a ruling in favor of the Tribes could impact the relationship between the state, Tribes and businesses located within the Indian reservation boundaries. more Continue reading High Court’s Murphy Decision Could Have Major Impact on State, Tribal Authority

Labor & Employment Practice Group Co-chair Randall J. Snapp returned to Northeast Tech, Afton Campus to present "Medical Marijuana: An Employer's Primer," a follow-up presentation to a medical marijuana seminar held at Northeast Tech in January. more Continue reading Northeast Tech Seminar Focuses on Marijuana in the Workplace

Business Department and Corporate & Securities Practice Group Chair Roger A. Stong discusses the importance of future planning for transitioning businesses and explains why a succession plan is helpful in avoiding disruption. more Continue reading Succession Plan Helps Ensure Business Continuity

Intellectual Property Practice Group member Terry L. Watt discusses the importance of understanding what is protected by copyright and provides guidelines for determining when fair use can be applied to copyrighted material. more Continue reading Not All Copying is Copyright Infringement

New legislation allows individuals with criminal convictions to apply for state-issued occupational licenses. Labor & Employment Practice Group attorney Evan Way discusses Oklahoma HB 1373, and the potential implications it has on employers when hiring applicants with past convictions. more Continue reading Legislation Reduces Barriers for Applicants with Criminal Convictions to Obtain Occupational Licenses

The recent increase in measles cases in the United States has given rise to the debate over mandatory vaccinations. Labor & Employment Practice Group member Tanya S. Bryant discusses the issues and accommodations employers should consider when implementing vaccination policies. more Continue reading Measles Increase Prompts Employers to Examine Vaccine Policies

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 provides financial institutions the opportunity to assist hemp farmers without regulatory criticism. Banking & Financial Institutions and Cannabis Industry Practice Group member Zane T. Anderson discusses the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s timeline for implementing… more Continue reading Gavel to Gavel: Bill Brings Big Changes to Hemp Farming