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  • IT Return to the Office Considerations

    As people begin to return to the office, it is important for businesses to check up on IT products and needs. Just as technological needs changed when remote work was first popularized, they are now transforming as employees return to the office. WBS Attorneys Jeff Davis along with Andre Arons and Joel Goldblatt walk us through different aspects of businesses changing IT needs to consider under our "new, new normal". This is a great starting point for the kinds of IT questions to ask and situation to assess.

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  • Top 10 Errors For Sellers to Avoid During an M & A Transaction

    Mergers and acquisitions are a significant focus of Williams, Bax & Saltzman, P.C. Many of our M&A clients approach us with hurried, last-minute requests to get their business ready for sale. The good news is that the stress and missteps we see in the M&A process are mostly, if not completely, avoidable. Read on to see how attorneys Joel Goldblatt and Andrew Arons can assist Sellers in these complex transactions by highlighting these top 10 potential pitfalls and the why behind each.

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  • BIOMETRIC INFORMATION PRIVACY ACT: PART ONE OF A FOUR-PART SERIES

    The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”) provides a private right of action and statutory damages to address risks associated with the use of biometric data. Given that the statute’s interpretation is in a current state of flux with recent court rulings, it is important for any private entity using biometric data to understand its basic elements and impact. Corporate Law Attorneys Jeff Davis and Patrick Coonan walk us through the first part of this series: the basics. This informative summary highlights key biometric identifiers, including their applications and advantages. Additionally, it highlights how BIPA imposes five requirements, including consent and written notification. Part Two of this series will examine potential risks and mitigation strategies.

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