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Franchising’s Death Penalty — The Dreaded Stop Order
Miller Nash partner Dan Oates' article, "Franchising’s Death Penalty — The Dreaded Stop Order," was published in Vol. 44, No. 2 of the American Bar Association Franchise Law Journal. Click here to read the full article.
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Tariffs Invalidated: Refund Opportunities and Next Steps Following Supreme Court IEEPA Decision
Background
On February 1, 2025, President Donald Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) to issue tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico, declaring emergencies concerning illicit drugs, primarily fentanyl (t...
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Regulatory Whiplash: The Latest on Cannabis Rescheduling and What It Means for Hemp
As 2025 comes to a close, we are taking a moment to look back on the year’s federal developments on cannabis and hemp. Is rescheduling actually going to happen? And is hemp now illegal?!
Historical Context of Cannabis Rescheduling
Let’s take a step...
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Don’t Miss Your Chance for IEEPA Tariff Refunds
President Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose a 25 percent tariff against Canada, China and Mexico related to the prevention of Fentanyl trafficking, and a 40 percent tariff against Brazil. The Court of Int...
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Navigating the New Era and Opportunities in College Athletics: Name, Image and Likeness
This article was originally published in the October 3 issue of the Portland Business Journal.
Until recently, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) long-prohibited student athletes from making money off their name, image, and like...
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Founders’ Wishes Granted: IRS Allows Online 83(b) Election Filings
For years, one of the most nerve-wracking moments for company founders and early employees has received a crucial, modern upgrade. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has finally entered the digital age for a key tax filing, reducing risk and simplify...
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