Kristen Hoover Boutton Talks About Trademarks and Brand Protections that Every Business Should Have

Navigating the Intersection of Elder Law & Special Needs Law

In this month's episode of The More Report - Podcast Edition, David Banas [https://mccarthylebit.com/professionals/david-banas/], Principal attorney and head of McCarthy Lebit’s Elder & Special Needs Law [https://mccarthylebit.com/practices/elder-and-special-needs-law/] practice group, dives into the intersection of elder law and special needs law. David offers insights into Medicaid eligibility, a critical aspect of both fields of law. This podcast episode provides valuable information for anyone interested in learning more about elder law and special needs law, particularly for those who have family members they are caring for or may need to care for in the future.

Deciding to Love Yourself More – Why Valentine’s Day Leads Some to Divorce

In this month's episode of The More Report - Podcast Edition, family law and divorce attorney Carolyn C. Soeder [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/professionals/carolyn-soeder/] discusses the “Valentine's Day Effect,” a term used to describe the surge in break-ups that occurs around Valentine’s Day. Her insightful talk also discusses legal options, advice, and resources for those considering divorce or dealing with relationship difficulties.

State Use Tax - An Expensive Tax Trap Small Businesses May Not Know About

In this month’s edition of The More Report Podcast Edition, Jonathan C. Wolnik [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/professionals/jonathan-wolnik/] discusses Ohio use tax and why it can be an expensive tax trap for small businesses. State use tax is generally owed by the purchaser of tangible personal property or services when the vendor does not collect sales tax, assuming the transaction is taxable. Sales tax is often omitted in the context of purchases from out of state vendors who may be unfamiliar with various state and county tax rates applicable in Ohio. It is important to know when state sales tax is omitted from a sale and timely file a use tax return when applicable. Small businesses owners are likely to benefit from Jonathan's informative overview of Ohio use tax.

Ann-Marie Ahern Talks Executive Separation with Emily Shacklett of Fairport Wealth

Emily Shacklett [https://fairportwealth.com/team.html#emily-shacklett] from Fairport Wealth is our guest host on 'The More Report - Podcast Edition' this week and she is joined by Principal Ann-Marie Ahern [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/professionals/ann-marie-ahern/], head of McCarthy Lebit's Employment Law practice [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/practices/employment/]. As advisors of many senior level executives, Ann-Marie and Emily address the issues that every senior executive should be considering to prepare for a career transition, whether planned or unplanned. Copyright ©2022, McCarthy Lebit Crystal & Liffman Co. LPA. All Rights Reserved

Kristen Hoover Boutton Talks About Trademarks and Brand Protections that Every Business Should Have

This week, we are joined by Kristen Hoover Boutton [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/professionals/kristen-hoover-boutton/], of-counsel to the firm and a Patent Attorney in McCarthy Lebit's Intellectual Property [https://www.mccarthylebit.com/practices/intellectual-property/] practice to discuss the importance of registering trademarks to protect the long-term value of a brand name, or other intellectual property.  In addition to sharing insight on what does and does not make a trademark registrable, Kristen explains the importance of conducting clearance searches BEFORE deciding on or launching a new brand, product, or service.  She's also got some tips and best practices for ensuring smooth transitions in the event a business decides to sell to or merge with another brand, and how those businesses can leverage the history of their brand to create value today.  Copyright ©2022, McCarthy Lebit Crystal & Liffman Co. LPA. All Rights Reserved COMING UP ON THE MORE REPORT, PODCAST EDITION: Ann-Marie Ahern is back once again with special guest host, Emily Shacklett of Fairport Wealth.  As we continue to grapple with the "Great Resignation," Ann-Marie and Emily will discuss recent trends related to employment separations at the senior executive level.