Legal Insights

Hilary St. Jean

Classification of Employees and Independent Contractors in Maine

Why Does Classification of Service Providers Matter? Appropriately classifying workers is extremely important for several reasons under applicable employment, labor and tax laws and is a matter of both federal and state law. Misclassification of workers is illegal. Some employers may intentionally misclassify workers as independent contractors instead of employees in order to avoid paying for and observing certain employee-related

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Living Will and Healthcare Directives for Maine Residents
Hilary St. Jean

Maine Healthcare Directives and Living Wills

Often when you attend a doctor’s appointment in Maine, one of the questions that will be asked of you at registration or check-in, is whether you have a “living will” or “advanced healthcare directive” and if so, if it is on file with the provider. Your answer may be a simple “yes” or “no”, but this blog is intended to

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Maine B. Corporations- The Future of Purpose-Driven Economics
Hilary St. Jean

Maine B. Corporations- The Future of Purpose-Driven Economics

Anyone familiar with the State of Maine understands that Mainers take pride in the beauty of the outdoors, the support of local communities and businesses, prioritizing environmental sustainability and ethical operations. Maine is built off of a rich history of rocky coast, sea-faring pioneers; animal-loving residents; hiking; sailing; biking; camping; tourism; retail; hospitality and food and beverage.  Maine residents and

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Grape Purchase Agreements are a type of contract governing the transaction between winemakers and third-party grape growers.
Josh Zetlin

Grape Purchase Agreements: Understanding Contracts in the Wine Industry

Introduction Grapes are the foundational ingredient of wine, so it should come as no surprise that the contract for winemakers to purchase grapes from winegrowers – the Grape Purchase Agreement – represents a crucial aspect of the wine industry. Nearly all winemakers purchase at least some of their grape supply from third-party grape growers. Grape Purchase Agreements, the type of

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Federal Advertising Regulations for Wine Businesses
Hilary St. Jean

Federal Advertising Regulations for Wine Businesses

The Federal Alcohol Administration Act (27 USCA Ch.8, subchapters I-II, Sections 201-219a, as applicable) (The “Act”) authorizes the US Department of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Department of the Treasury (the “TTB”) to be the permitting authority for importers, producers, and wholesalers of wine; and to regulate the advertising and marketing of wine, including as relates

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New California Cannabis Business Resources from the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC)
Rogoway Law Group

California Cannabis Provisional License Application Deadline Reminder

4/3/23 Last Day for Provisional License Application Submissions According to Business and Professions Code §26050.2(a)(3)(D), local equity applicants have until March 31, 2023 to submit license applications to the California Department of Cannabis Control (“DCC”) to be considered for provisional state licenses. However, the DCC announced on March 24th that due to the Cesar Chavez holiday, it will accept applications

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Rogoway Law Group

Three Firm Partners Named to Prestigious Super Lawyers® List for a Second Consecutive Year

We are proud to announce that three of our Firm’s partners at Rogoway Law Group have been recognized by Super Lawyers®. Managing Attorney Joe Rogoway and Partner Hilary St. Jean have been recognized as 2023 Super Lawyers®, and Partner Blair Gue has been recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star for the second consecutive year. The Partners’ selection to Super

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Avoiding Labor & Employment Disputes From Onboarding To Exit.
Hilary St. Jean

Avoiding Labor & Employment Disputes from Onboarding to Exit. (Mitigating Risk of Liability in the Employee Lifecycle)

Introduction Now more than ever companies must be on top of staffing and employment issues. It’s always important to properly document onboarding employees and contractors, any issues that arise in the lifecycle of the employment relationship and any exit documentation, but in difficult economic times it is especially important to maintain recordation thereof and any human resources issues.  Mitigating Labor

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Trademark Modernization Act - Shortened USPTO Office Action Response Deadlines and Faster Trademark Registration Timelines
Josh Zetlin

Trademark Modernization Act – Shortened USPTO Office Action Response Deadlines and Faster Trademark Registration Timelines

Introduction: The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 Recent changes to United States trademark laws herald significant changes for brand owners.  In particular, the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (TMA) established new rules for trademark enforcement, prosecution, and maintenance. The TMA adjusted United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) procedures, implementing expedited trademark application timelines and creating new enforcement tools for

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Understanding Cal-OSHA Injury and Illness Prevention Program ( IIPP )Requirements for California Cannabis Businesses
Rogoway Law Group

Understanding Cal-OSHA Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)Requirements for California Cannabis Businesses

Introduction Most commercial cannabis businesses in the state of California spend a significant amount of time ensuring they are compliant with the regulations promulgated by the California Department of Cannabis Control (the “DCC” and “DCC Regulations”). However, there are a number of non DCC rules and regulations that all commercial cannabis businesses must also comply with that often get overlooked.

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