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Fraser Stryker Announces Election of New Partner Emily A. Blomstedt
Fraser Stryker PC LLO is pleased to announce the election of attorney Emily A. Blomstedt to partner, effective January 1, 2022. “We are thrilled to welcome Emily Blomstedt as partner at Fraser Stryker PC LLO,” said Michael Coyle, Fraser Stryker partner. “Fraser...
Name, Image, and Likeness: A Brief Legal Overview
As we close the book on 2021, we have had a full fall season to examine the NCAA's interim policy allowing student-athletes to profit from the use of their name, image, and likeness (“NIL”) in endorsements and sponsorships while retaining amateur status. The NCAA's...
Protesting Stealth Tax Increases to Commercial Real Estate in Nebraska
Year after year, Nebraska businesses often face increases to their property taxes, even when the tax rate has remained steady, or even lowered. These “stealth” tax increases happen as a result of the County Assessor increasing the value of the business’s property....
Stay on OSHA Emergency COVID-19 Shot or Test Rule Lifted
Supreme Court to hear case on expedited appeal on January 7, 2022 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA") published its Emergency Temporary Standard ("ETS") requiring employers, with at least 100 workers, to require that their employees either get...
Premium Finance Strategies and Outlook for 2022
Background In a recent estate plan review with a corporate client, I was introduced to a very unique and lucrative concept. As an employee benefits attorney, I regularly draft documents to support buy-sell agreements, executive benefit plans, and nonqualified deferred...
Federal Contractor Vaccine Mandate Blocked Nationwide
Today, December 7, 2021, the Biden administration’s mandate for federal contractors’ employees to be vaccinated will be halted nationwide. The mandate, which was set to take effect on January 4, applies to approximately 25% of the nation's workers whose employers do...
In Memoriam: Joseph K Meusey, Fraser Stryker Retired Partner (1941-2021)
We are saddened to announce the passing of retired partner Joseph K. Meusey. Joe was a remarkable lawyer, exceptional colleague, and devoted friend. His talent, guidance, and mentorship helped shape the careers of many attorneys at the Firm and throughout the...
Emily Langdon Speaks to KETV’s David Earl Regarding Health Insurance & Vaccination Status
Emily Langdon Employee Benefits & ERISA Attorney elangdon@fraserstryker.comIn a November 8th story from KETV News, Fraser Stryker benefits attorney, Emily Langdon, spoke to reporter David Earl about how some employers are exploring COVID-19 vaccine wellness...
OSHA Unveils Its Covid Vaccination or Testing Mandate
UPDATE: November 23, 2021 On Tuesday, November 23, 2021, the Biden administration asked the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals to lift the Fifth Circuit's stay blocking OSHA’s ETS, requiring large employers to ensure their workers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or...
Fraser Stryker Ranked in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2022 Publication
Fraser Stryker is pleased to announce that twenty-one (21) of the Firm's practice areas received a ranking in the 2022 edition of the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms". Out of those ranked, fifteen (15) of the practice areas were recognized in the...