Publications
Sam Laurin Elected as American College of Construction Lawyers Fellow
Sam Laurin, partner and chair of the Bose McKinney & Evans (BME) Construction Law Group, was elected and recently inducted as an American College of Construction Lawyers (ACCL) Fellow. The ACCL is a national organization of lawyers who have demonstrated skill,...
Bose McKinney & Evans Attorneys Named to 2026 Top 50 Indiana Super Lawyers® List
Bose McKinney & Evans is pleased to announce that two of the firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2026 Top 50 Indiana Super Lawyers® list. Bryan Babb and Sam Laurin, both partners at Bose McKinney & Evans, were selected to the 2026 Indiana...
Bose McKinney & Evans Elects Two New Partners
The law firm of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP is pleased to announce that attorneys Louise Conces and Jackson Schroeder have unanimously been elected partners of the firm.
Confidentiality and Privilege in an AI World
Artificial intelligence (“AI”) is reshaping work for companies of all sizes. Used properly and securely, AI can offer improved efficiency and higher productivity. But if used without appropriate safeguards and training, AI could expose confidential information and jeopardize the attorney-client privilege…
Supreme Court Expands Parental Religious Freedoms in K-12
In Mahmoud v. Taylor, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a major ruling reaffirming and extending constitutional protections for parents seeking to shield their children from public school instruction that conflicts with their religious beliefs. In a 6-3 decision, the...
Indiana State Budget Includes Increased Cigarette Tax
Early Friday, April 25, 2025, Indiana legislators passed a state budget that includes a $2 per pack cigarette tax increase. The tax hike also includes percentage increases on other tobacco and vape products. If you have questions about the increased tax, please...
Update: U.S. Department of Treasury to Abstain from Enforcement of CTA Penalties
This is an update to our Feb. 21, 2025, Client Alert regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The United States Department of Treasury announced on March 2, 2025, that no penalties or fines will be enforced or assessed against U.S. citizens or domestic...
Update: Corporate Transparency Act Back in Effect
As of Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the CTA are back in effect, thanks to a decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas in Smith, et. al. v. U.S. Department of Treasury. Most...
Update: Corporate Transparency Act Remains Unenforceable
This is an important follow-up to our Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, Client Alert regarding the recent injunction prohibiting enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). As of Dec. 31, 2024, companies are not required to file Beneficial Ownership Reports (“BOI...
Follow-Up: CTA Preliminary Injunction
This is an important follow-up to our Client Alert circulated last Friday, December 6, 2024, regarding the recent federal court order prohibiting the U.S. Treasury Department and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) from enforcing the Corporate...
Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Preliminary Injunction
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, a federal court in Texas issued an order which precludes the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). Unlike similar orders, which were limited in scope, this order completely prohibits the U.S. Treasury Department from...
Federal Court in Texas Strikes Down U.S. Department of Labor Rule Increasing Minimum Salary Levels for White Collar (Overtime Exempt) Workers
On Friday, November 15, 2024, Judge Sean Jordan of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs in the case of State of Texas, Plano Chamber of Commerce, et al. v. U.S. Department of Labor, et...
Fate of FTC Rule Banning Employment-Based Noncompetes, Scheduled to Take Effect on September 4, Remains Uncertain After Conflicting Federal Court Rulings
The Federal Trade Commission’s new rule that prohibits most employment-based noncompete clauses is scheduled to take effect on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
ATC Provides Updates on New Alcohol Laws Effective July 1
Several changes to alcohol and tobacco laws were adopted this year, effective July 1, 2024. A full outline of these changes can be found on the ATC website here. Of specific note for retailers and craft manufacturers is House Enrolled Act 1086: Dram Shop: requires...
Federal Trade Commission Adopts Rule Banning Employment-Based Noncompetes
On April 23, 2024, the five-member Federal Trade Commission, in a three to two vote, approved a new rule that prohibits employment-based noncompete agreements in the United States. The rule is scheduled to become effective 120 days after its publication in the Federal...
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Final Overtime Rule Updating White Collar Exemptions
After months of anticipation, on April 23, the DOL announced its final rule modifying the requirements for employees to satisfy the white-collar exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (”FLSA”). The final rule is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2024. Under...
What to do when your insurance claim is denied? How can you avoid this costly nightmare?
Failing to get the right type of insurance for your business or home can cost you tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. All business owners and homeowners are at risk if they do not get an insurance policy that is tailored to their...
HEA 1003: Administrative Law
On July 1, 2024, House Enrolled Act (“HEA”) 1003 will become effective and will substantively change administrative review of agency action taken by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).
Indiana’s Environmental Legal Action Statute: A Potent Tool Cities Can Use to Clean Up Their Communities
An Indiana law, the Environmental Legal Action (ELA) statute, can be used to solve cities’ contaminated property woes. Under the ELA, a city (or any owner of contaminated property) can sue “a person that caused or contributed to the release to recover reasonable costs of a removal or remedial action involving the hazardous substances…”
ATC Provides Reminders for 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend
The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission has provided a few reminders to ensure compliance with Indiana’s alcoholic beverage laws and regulations during the upcoming 2024 NBA All-Star Game and related events being hosted on February 16–18, 2024, in Indianapolis.
Angela Stephens Appointed Chair of Bose McKinney & Evans Real Estate Group
The law firm of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP is pleased to announce that attorney Angela Stephens has been appointed chair of the Bose McKinney & Evans Real Estate Law Practice Group.
Tom Wheeler Joins Bose McKinney & Evans
The law firm of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP is pleased to announce the addition of Tom Wheeler to lead the firm’s newly established Election and Political Law Group. Wheeler will also be a partner in the firm’s Education and Litigation Groups.
Preparing for Corporate Transparency Act Implementation
As we have previously reported, the much-discussed Corporate Transparency Act (sometimes abbreviated as the CTA) will go into effect on January 1, 2024, with the first company reports due 90 days later. The intent of this act is to combat money laundering, terrorist...
Bose McKinney & Evans Named Among “The Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers®
Bose McKinney & Evans LLP is proud to announce our inclusion in the list of 2024 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers. Bose McKinney & Evans received national rankings for Appellate Practice, Corporate Law, Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law, Securitization and Structured Finance Law, and Venture Capital Law.
U.S. Department of Labor Issues New Overtime Rule Updating White Collar Exemptions
In advance of Labor Day, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule modifying the requirements for employees to satisfy the white collar exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under the FLSA, employees are entitled to wages at or above...
DHS Allows Virtual Document Review for Form I-9, Will Publish a New Form I-9
For decades, employers have been confused and frustrated by the “physical review” requirement for Form I-9 documentation. Especially as technology has become more advanced, employers have struggled to understand why they must meet, in person, with every new hire and...
Indiana Law Change Allows Minors in Restaurant Bars
Beginning tomorrow, HEA 1200 and SEA 20 will go into effect, allowing minor children under the age of 18 – who are accompanied by a parent, guardian or family member who is 21 or older – in a bar area “for the sole purpose of consuming food.” While this law opens up the option for family-friendly seating, the decision to implement these changes remains with the individual establishments.
