Many estate plans include some form of life insurance. Understanding the different types of life insurance is critical for selecting the best product to meet your needs in light of your overall estate plan. Ellen Jackson explains the basics of term and traditional whole life insurance.

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A new law expands the options available to business owners wanting to protect their trade secrets, but also includes new requirements for employers to include in agreements with employees and contractors. Shannon Jost and Aviva Kamm explain the law and how it impacts business owners.
The Department of Labor has issued new rules for overtime pay, which go into effect in December. Krista Nelson and Kelby Fletcher outline the new rules and the options employers will need to consider.
Stokes Lawrence Velikanje Moore & Shore Shareholder Brendan Monahan was recently profiled in a post by Good Fruit Grower. The post highlighted tips Brendan shared for agriculture employers considering hiring workers under the H-2A visa program.
A prompt investigation into an employee complaint about a colleague will build employee morale by reinforcing your organization's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Aviva Kamm explains that investigating and responding appropriately to the complaint can also provide the employer with a complete defense to any claims of discrimination.
Certain employee activities on social media and email are protected under the National Labor Relations Act. Stokes Lawrence Employment attorney Krista Nelson reviews those activities and what employers should do to stay compliant. (12:22)