FLB Insights
Edward Gormbley Successfully Aligns his Personal Values and Business Goals with Real Estate Investment Company Workforce Partners
Highlights from episode one of the Real Estate Roundup podcast featuring host Managing Partner Eric Bernheim and special guest, Edward Gormbley, founder of Workforce Partners, LLC.
Westport P&Z Commission Approves Amendment That Permits Balconies on Commercial Buildings Abutting the Saugatuck River
This ammendment is a significant change for commercial buildings throughout Westport and for owners of buildings along the Saugatuck River.
FLB Law’s Second Day of Giving Supports Filling in the Blanks
FLB Law attorneys and staff pack backpacks with holiday treats and essentials for local underserved children on behalf of the nonprofit, Filling the Blanks.
Robert Rhodes Wins Premises Liability Case for Casino at Trial
FLB Law wins defense verdict in slip and fall case before the Gaming Disputes Trial Court.
Eric Bernheim Compels Westport P&Z Commission to Allow Balconies on Commercial Buildings Along River
Text amendment also streamlines the permitting process by allowing minor non-residential alterations in a Coastal Area Management Zone to be handled by the commission in a work session format.
Connecticut Department of Revenue Announces Tax Amnesty Program Effective November 1, 2021
The 2021 Tax Amnesty Program, which took effect on November 1, 2021, and ends on January 31, 2022, offers individuals and businesses the opportunity to pay back taxes at a reduced interest rate and without penalties. Amnesty applications must be filed electronically, and full payment must be made when the application is submitted.
Covid vaccination mandates: Good for business, but easily challenged by employees
Fairfield County Business Journal
Practice Spotlight: Family Law
As one of Fairfield County’s most accomplished family lawyers, Alan Rubenstein has served as counsel for hundreds of divorces, divorce mediations, and collaborative/cooperative divorces where he strives to finalize divorces quickly and equitably so his clients can start the next chapter of their lives.
Restaurants getting creative with parking solutions post-pandemic
Fairfield County Business Journal
Practice Spotlight: Hospitality
Representing restaurants of all sizes, FLB’s Hospitality Practice assists clients with securing favorable lease terms that support growth, establishing business practices to ensure compliance, and mitigating litigation.
Practice Spotlight: Corporate & Business Transactions
From formation through expansion, businesses of all sizes rely on FLB’s Corporate & Business Transactions Practice to support them through their business lifecycles as well as provide counsel and best practices on business operations.
Practice Spotlight: Insurance
FLB’s Insurance Practice delivers litigation strategies that minimize client exposure while balancing the needs of claims professionals and risk managers. With a goal of efficient and cost-effective case resolution, our experienced attorneys are committed to using a full complement of tactics to provide the desired outcome.
Practice Spotlight: Appellate
With attorneys experienced in arguing appeals before state and federal courts, FLB’s Appellate Practice is focused on writing persuasive appellate briefs rooted in applicable, compelling case law, strong oral advocacy and an understanding of the technical procedures to secure favorable outcomes of appeals.
Practice Spotlight: Employment Law
Businesses across all industry sectors rely on FLB’s Employment Law Practice to help them navigate the dynamic legal and regulatory landscape of employment law. Our team collaborates with senior management and human resources to create policies and procedures that help mitigate litigation and represents them if or when litigation arises.