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How to Battle The Great Resignation with Deferred Compensation Plans
This article is co-authored by Emily Langdon, Partner at Fraser Stryker PC LLO, and Jacob Bosacki, Senior Consultant at Mullin Barens Sanford Financial. Executive Summary This article explores how a company can use a deferred compensation plan (“DCP”) as a tool to...
LB 906 Limiting Employer Vaccine Mandates Passes Nebraska Legislature
On February 25, the Unicameral passed LB 906 on a 37-5 vote. The Bill takes effect immediately. The new law provides that if a Nebraska employer requires a Covid-19 vaccine for employees and/or applicants, it must allow for exemptions based either on a health care...
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...