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What Employers Need to Know about the DOJ’s Reclassification of Certain Marijuana Products

May 11, 2026
/ Business Owners & Executives
/ By Nicholas A. Huguelet and Lawrence T. García and Megan P. Norris

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, Employment & Labor Dynamics, HR, Small Business,

The recent reclassification of certain marijuana products could change employer obligations under federal law with respect to non-DOT-regulated employees.

Quantum Computing Is Coming: Is Your Privacy and Cybersecurity Program Ready?

Tags: Business Operations, Cybersecurity, Risk Management and Risk Analysis, Small Business, Technology,

Quantum computing is on the near horizon. Is your privacy and cybersecurity program ready?

Why Patent Reexaminations Are Experiencing a Resurgence

April 29, 2026
/ Business Owners & Executives • Legal
/ By Constantine Marantidis and Kyle W. Kellar

Tags: Business Law, Business Strategy, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Small Business,

The resurgence in patent reexaminations reflects a convergence of procedural uncertainty, litigation pressures, evolving policy, and an appreciation for its strategic advantages.

From Compliance to Competitive Advantage: A Guide to Better Corporate Governance

Tags: Business Leadership, Business Management, Fiduciary Duties & Corporate Governance, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship,

By proactively developing governance frameworks, companies can adapt more effectively to growth and complexity.

The Basics of General Corporate Law Compliance

Tags: Accounting, Auditing, Taxation, Business Management, Business Operations, Fiduciary Duties & Corporate Governance, Small Business,

Corporate compliance is an ongoing process. Forming an entity is just the first step; staying in good standing requires continuous attention.

Cannabis Supply Chains: Where Law, Logistics, and Reality Collide

Tags: Alternative Investments, Business Law, Business Management, Business Operations, Small Business,

From cultivation to retail, every step of the cannabis supply chain is shaped by a patchwork of laws, regulatory hurdles, and financial constraints.

Laying the Foundation for Successful Leadership Change in a Family Business

Tags: Business Leadership, Business Transition and Exit Planning, Estate Planning & Asset Protection, Family Business, Family Dynamics, Small Business,

Communication in succession planning ensures that a family business survives and prepares the second generation to take over.

A Practical Guide to Wage & Hour Compliance

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, HR, Risk Management and Risk Analysis, Small Business,

Wage and hour compliance is a critical aspect of running a business. While the rules can be complex the underlying principle is straightforward.

Funding Your Life Sciences Company in 2026

April 6, 2026
/ Business Owners & Executives • Investors
/ By The Financial Poise Editors

Tags: Business Strategy, Investing Strategy, Regulations, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship,

Several factors make life sciences companies unique, shaping how investors evaluate opportunities and how companies position themselves for success.

Driving Home the Point – Accommodating Employee Commutes

March 30, 2026
/ Business Owners & Executives • Legal
/ By Abby M. Warren and Christopher A. Costain

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, Employment & Labor Dynamics, HR, Small Business,

Employers face rising requests for commute-related accommodations, raising questions about obligations to adjust schedules, locations, or work arrangements.

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