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Our @MatthewPelkey MC'd the NY Business Plan Competition WNY regionals! Led by the @UBuffaloCoLab, students submitted plans for an innovation that addresses an unmet need. Winners advanced to the finals to compete for $500K. Congrats to all! #startuplife #Studententrepreneurs

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We've welcomed Mickey Mahr to our business transactions practice. He has extensive experience in mergers & acquisitions, corp. governance & regulatory compliance. He's also experienced in securities laws, #cryptocurrency & more. Meet Mickey: https://t.co/cwWrzgBDJx #businesslaw

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Health providers have #HIPAA & state privacy law responsibilities to maintain confidential patient records. They also must comply w/ legit law enforcement subpoenas/search warrants. Here are some insights to help you maintain that balance. https://t.co/iVUChIBFxn #healthcarelaw

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@FinCENnews has issued an interim final rule that no longer requires U.S. companies/persons to report BOI under the Corp. Transparency Act. It also exempted domestic reporting companies from reporting. Learn more: https://t.co/kHIHbOnpBn #corporatetransparencyact #BOIreporting

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Gregory Zini, an attorney with 28+ years of commercial litigation experience across a spectrum of industries & issues, has joined our growing practice. Learn more about him here & join us in welcoming him to the team! https://t.co/N6XiBkv85n #businesslaw #commerciallitigation

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@FinCENnews won't issue fines/penalties based on a failure to file/update BOI reports by current deadlines. It intends to issue an interim final rule by 3/21 that extends those deadlines, recognizing the need to provide new guidance & clarity. For more: https://t.co/qjhuMSDaPD

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@FinCENnews: Beneficial Ownership Info reporting requirements are once again in effect! For the vast majority of impacted companies, the new deadline is Mar. 21. Read more, here: https://t.co/1n86rz2PTZ #businesslaw #corporatelaw #corporatetransparencyact

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New York's new Limited Liability Corporate Transparency Act (LLCTA) is coming. There are important differences, timelines, exemptions & penalties to be aware of, as our Leah Ranke shares: https://t.co/xY1j9mZfiW #businesslaw #corporatetransparencyact #nybusiness

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Today our team shared some personal "loves." Family, pets, tailgating, Josh Allen & Buffalo weather were among the entries -- along with our clients & colleagues. Here's hoping you're able to share what you love with those you care about this weekend. #buffalove #ValentinesDay

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Partnerships (formal or informal) come w/ risk, especially if they occur unintentionally. Accidental #startups, aka "de facto partnerships," can cause serious legal & financial issues. We review their implications & share how to avoid them: https://t.co/CACjdiG38X #businesslaw

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Equity incentive plans can attract, retain & incentivize employees by offering them a stake in a company’s future. There are many ways to structure them, each with different advantages, drawbacks & tax implications: https://t.co/Lf784M5W4o #taxplanning #taxlaw #businesslaw

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We're hiring! We're looking to add an Associate Attorney to join our Corporate Business Practice. Qualified candidates must have at least two years of corporate or business transactions experience. To learn more, visit https://t.co/ZbuwRa19Bg #businesslaw #corporateattorney

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The @BuffaloBills are ready! The Colligan Team is ready! Are YOU? Let's Go, BUFFALO!!! #BillsMafia #Buffalo #LetsGoBuffalo

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@ccecornell's Allegany, Monroe & Schuyler County teams are hosting a workshop to help farmers & landowners navigate solar development & land lease issues. Our own Simon Honig will be among the presenters at the Jan. 23 event. https://t.co/1BRjFUD8ra #solarenergy #energylaw

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A federal appeals court has reinstated an injunction of the Corp. Transparency Act's required reporting of beneficial ownership information (BOI). This reverses an order issued by the same court just days ago. For more visit: https://t.co/9jBoiRDcVR #corporatetransparencyact

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On Dec. 23, the injunction that halted BOI reporting requirements under the Corp. Transparency Act was overturned. As a result, most private entities must report their BOI or face potential fines & penalties. FinCEN has extended the deadline to 1/13/25. https://t.co/RFeYhvwRnO

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The business & legal landscapes are changing rapidly across the new frontiers of data privacy, cybersecurity & AI. Here's a rundown of changes which occurred across all 3 segments at various state, federal & global levels in 2024. #dataprotection #AILaw https://t.co/91F1ZYhNsl

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The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which required many U.S. business entities to report stakeholder information to the Treasury Dept. by 12/31 was blocked nationwide by a Texas federal court last week. More legal challenges are likely. Stay informed at https://t.co/tZ5IaS6cK9

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The @FTC's new Click-To-Cancel Rule requires sellers to make it as easy for customers to cancel a service as it was to sign up. If they can enroll in one easy click, they soon must be able to cancel just as easily. See how to be compliant: https://t.co/8ysfDEFury #businesslaw

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We celebrated the season with a “Friendsgiving” feast. We all have much to be thankful for, from valued clients to loving families. However, our team is among our greatest strengths – and it’s a perfect time to remember that & tell each other we appreciate them. #givethanks