Memorial Day and new week ahead
Our team wishes you a refreshed start to a short week after a significant Memorial Day this past weekend. Erin, Jeff, Collin, Sam, Lethina, Carter, Laura, Fatimeh, and Jenn.
Minnesota Paid Leave: Who Qualifies for Paid Leave?
As hinted in a previous blog post, here comes the first part in a series about Minnesota Paid Leave. As a quick recap, the State of Minnesota is in the process of rolling out a paid leave program, with benefits available starting January 1, 2026. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Develop (DEED) will … Read more
The Deal is in the Details
In any transaction, the spotlight usually shines on the main agreement. That’s where the negotiation happens, the signatures go, and the headlines get made. But the real guts of the deal? They’re often found in the documents no one talks about. Lien releases. Bills of sale. Assignments. Resolutions. Certificates. Notices. These so-called ancillary documents may … Read more
Code Breaking Entity Names
Many people choose to start running their business by just starting to do their thing. If it is by themselves, they are a sole proprietor. Lots of hairdressers do that. Get a chair, some scissors, and a whole lot of skill, and ta-da! A business! Some join with one or two others to start, and … Read more
We Can Try to Understand The New York Times’ Effect on AI
You can tell by the rise of generative AI that it has generated a lot of interesting operational and legal questions. To piggyback off my colleague, Fatimeh (see her posts here and here), I wanted to look in on a specific legal dispute involving AI and copyright. Back in 2023, The New York Times (NYT) … Read more
If You’re Using AI in Your Business, Start Here
A lot of the businesses we work with are experimenting with AI tools – drafting content, summarizing data, even building internal workflows. And understandably so: these tools are accessible, affordable, and increasingly powerful. But we’re also seeing a familiar pattern emerge. AI is easy to use, and just as easy to misuse. If you’re a … Read more
From LLC to C-Corp Without a Tax Hangover
If your startup began life as an LLC, you’re not alone. A lot of founders are told that starting as an LLC is “easier” or “cheaper.” That might be true on paper, but if you’re planning to raise venture capital (even eventually) it’s usually better to start as a C-Corporation. Here’s one reason why: converting … Read more
The Null Hypothesis
You’ve probably heard the steps in the “Scientific Method.” There are lots of versions of it, but it boils down to this: We hear it in business, too. And, I love it. I apply this all over life. New recipes, new driving routes, all sorts of things. It is not unusual to hear me grumble … Read more
Choosing Between Artists and the Algorithm
I’ve been thinking about the clash between generative AI and copyright law, particularly in light of OpenAI’s claim that restricting access to copyrighted material could end the AI race altogether. It’s a provocative statement. But it’s also a false binary. Because we’ve been here before – at the edge of a new medium, a new … Read more
The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Not Really). Now It’s Off (Mostly)?
After a 4-week hiatus, I am back again with what are likely to be the final updates on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for a while (famous last words). For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series about the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting. Please follow … Read more