Legal Update

On April 22, 2024, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced final regulatory updates to the Privacy Rule under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Continue Reading

Were you paying attention to the recent news about the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) rule banning noncompetition clauses (the Rule)? You may have missed this critical point the FTC included as part of the rollout of that new Rule! Charities Not Excluded by Class From FTC Regulation Many Continue Reading

Recent legislation signed into law may impact the way your Tennessee franchise tax is calculated and potentially allow you to receive a refund. Refund claims must be filed by November 30, 2024, so action should be taken as soon as possible. Generally, all entities doing business and having a Continue Reading

Limited Spots Remaining: April Showers Bring May Flowers…to Chambliss! We're excited to host this fun and engaging event for a second consecutive year! Your overwhelming enthusiasm last year inspired us to continue this tradition of helping happiness bloom. Join Chambliss' Estate Planning and Continue Reading

March is National Social Work Month! Shoutout to our incredible elder law and special needs care manager, Amy Boulware! We appreciate her impactful work advocating for elders, individuals with disabilities, and their families. For more information on how Amy supports our clients, please visit her Continue Reading

Safeguarding Your Loved Ones: Top Five Measures to Protect Against Elder Fraud and Abuse By: Rebecca Miller As our loved ones age, it is crucial to ensure their safety and well-being, especially in the face of potential threats like elder fraud. Protecting older family members from financial Continue Reading

Increased reporting obligations are approaching quickly in an effort to crack down on money laundering and other illicit activity. These requirements, which are part of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), will impact many entities, including those formed for investment purposes or to hold rental Continue Reading

On November 10, 2023, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) released its widely anticipated General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG). The OIG had previously announced that it would update its current compliance program guidance, much of which was released 25 years ago in 1998. In the Continue Reading

Navigating Sleepless Nights: A Mother's Guide to Special Needs Planning By: Amy Boulware I was driving to work on August 24, listening to Lady Gaga on my Pandora radio station, when suddenly, I had a strong urge to call my younger daughter, Hannah. We talk regularly, so it isn't unusual that I Continue Reading

A Parent's Tale — Preparing for the College Send-Off  By: Stephany Pedigo Days ago, I watched our baby girl back out of our driveway in her trusty SUV that once belonged to her grandparents to venture boldly to a new state and new chapter in her life. This fall marks the third and final Continue Reading