We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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Art MacCord is a patent attorney with 40 years of experience. He keeps an eye on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Copyright Office for new rules and practice tips of interest to intellectual property attorneys. Find his latest updates here:
NCBA IPL section Blog News Blasts for March 17, 2020
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Do you remember when China started the One Child Policy? While watching a documentary on the unintended tragic consequences of this policy, I started to wonder what may occur if the USA started a similar policy.
Imagine the Federal Bureau for Parental Licensing (FBPL). What if a person had to apply for a license from the FBPL? What kind of requirements and testing would be implemented? Would you be required to be physically and mentally healthy? Maybe an ink blot test? The MMPI-2 administered? Genetic testing? Would marriage or long-term committed relationship be a prerequisite?
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By Will Quick Chair, Litigation Section Pro Bono Committee
Our section membership has a strong tradition of supporting and participating in pro bono and community service activities—both those planned and sponsored by the NCBA and those that you undertake on your own or with other organizations. We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus), and I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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The U.S. Department of Labor’s final rule clarifying the joint employer standard took effect on March 16. The final rule, first announced on January 12, narrows the definition of joint employment and contains several practical examples of scenarios where joint employer status would or would not exist. The rule is a positive development for employers, as it should assist employers in structuring their relationships with suppliers, contractors, and staffing agencies.
Background
The new rule applies only to the DOL’s interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which governs federal minimum wage, overtime, hours worked, among other things. Under the FLSA, an entity can be considered a “joint employer” if it exercises sufficient control over the terms and conditions of another entity’s workers. The existence of a joint employer relationship is a frequently litigated issue in the FLSA context, as joint employers are jointly and severally liable for FLSA obligations, such as the failure to pay overtime.
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
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We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and many of us are wondering what we can do to help those without regular access to food. Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus that need is never more pressing than now.
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Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Appellate PracticeMichele Livingstone
Will Quick
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Environment Energy & Natural ResourcesMichele Livingstone
Will Quick
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Family Law SectionMichele Livingstone
Will Quick
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Education Law SectionMichele Livingstone
Will Quick
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
MacCord’s List: IP News & Notices From Art MacCord
Intellectual Property Law SectionArt MacCord is a patent attorney with 40 years of experience. He keeps an eye on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Copyright Office for new rules and practice tips of interest to intellectual property attorneys. Find his latest updates here:
NCBA IPL section Blog News Blasts for March 17, 2020
Special Announcement about Copyright Office Fee Changes
https://www.copyright.gov/about/2020-fees.pdf
USPTO update on in-person meetings
https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/news-updates/uspto-update-person-meetings
Relief for USPTO customers affected by COVID-19
https://www.uspto.gov/sites/default/files/documents/coronavirus_relief_ognotice_03162020.pdf
China’s One Child Policy compared to Paynich v. Vestal (Jan. 2020)
Family Law SectionBy Janet Gemmell
Do you remember when China started the One Child Policy? While watching a documentary on the unintended tragic consequences of this policy, I started to wonder what may occur if the USA started a similar policy.
Imagine the Federal Bureau for Parental Licensing (FBPL). What if a person had to apply for a license from the FBPL? What kind of requirements and testing would be implemented? Would you be required to be physically and mentally healthy? Maybe an ink blot test? The MMPI-2 administered? Genetic testing? Would marriage or long-term committed relationship be a prerequisite?
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Corporate CounselOur section membership has a strong tradition of supporting and participating in pro bono and community service activities—both those planned and sponsored by the NCBA and those that you undertake on your own or with other organizations. We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus), and I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
DOL Implements New Joint Employer Rule
Labor & Employment LawThe U.S. Department of Labor’s final rule clarifying the joint employer standard took effect on March 16. The final rule, first announced on January 12, narrows the definition of joint employment and contains several practical examples of scenarios where joint employer status would or would not exist. The rule is a positive development for employers, as it should assist employers in structuring their relationships with suppliers, contractors, and staffing agencies.
Background
The new rule applies only to the DOL’s interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which governs federal minimum wage, overtime, hours worked, among other things. Under the FLSA, an entity can be considered a “joint employer” if it exercises sufficient control over the terms and conditions of another entity’s workers. The existence of a joint employer relationship is a frequently litigated issue in the FLSA context, as joint employers are jointly and severally liable for FLSA obligations, such as the failure to pay overtime.
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Young Lawyers DivisionMichele Livingstone
Will Quick
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part.
Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods, and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus, that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
International Law, International Law & Practice, International PracticeSarah Schtakleff
Will Quick
By Sarah Schtakleff and Will Quick
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and many of us are wondering what we can do to help those without regular access to food. Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those nearly half a million are children. With public schools and many religious and nonprofit organizations that traditionally serve the food insecure in our communities being closed for indefinite periods and government leaders calling for social distancing to help limit the spread of Coronavirus that need is never more pressing than now.
Read more