Short Answer: Probably yes, unless other exceptions apply and these exceptions would appear to be limited. Read on to learn more in this quick summary based on what is known as of August 4, 2021. The Alabama "vaccine passport" law (Act 2021-493) was signed into law on May 24, 2021 by Gov. Kay Ivey. The Act addresses four key points, three of which focus on state and local government entities and public and private educational institutions (not the subject of this blog article). A fourth … [Read more...]
More About TBD Law & 21st Century Law Practice
My hometown newspaper recently published a very nice profile and I'm grateful for their support. Here's the link: http://www.franklincountytimes.com/2017/04/26/russellville-native-attends-exclusive-law-conference/ Fun Fact: I worked as a staff writer for the Franklin County Times the summer before I started law school. Back in February I emailed the editor some information about my attendance at TBD Law 2 in St. Louis and received a reply asking for more information about my law … [Read more...]
TBD Law 2 in St. Louis
Sheree Martin Selected for TBD Law, a Private Group of the Most Innovative and Future-Oriented Small Firm Lawyers in the World St. Louis, Missouri.—February 23, 2017— Sheree Martin was named as one of 50 invite-only members of the second TBD Law conference in St. Louis on February 26-28, representing some of the most innovative and forward-thinking solo and small firm lawyers to step outside their comfort zone to reimagine the law practices of tomorrow. The event, a joint effort of the … [Read more...]
Business Law for Startups
So you have your idea, solidified your product or service, you've defined your ideal customer and you're eager to launch your business. Before you get too far past the idea stage, you really need to take a look at business law for startups to avoid headaches (and potential legal penalties and "clean-up" costs). You might think of this post as an outline or checklist of items to discuss with your lawyer and accountant before you get started. You can also use it as a DIY roadmap for legal … [Read more...]
Business License for Farms: Do I Need One?
Do you need to obtain a state or city business license for your Alabama farm? The answer to the question really comes down to what you are selling and where you are selling it. This post is a general guide and, as always, should not be considered legal advice. Your facts and circumstances will determine the specific answer to your situation. Crops You Grow, No Value-Added Products If your farm business consists of growing crops and selling the produce of your crops without any "value-added" … [Read more...]