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Business Law Insights from Todd B. Nurick
Practical commentary on business law, contracts, employment, corporate governance, technology, investigations, risk, and the work of Outside/Fractional General Counsel.
Todd B. Nurick provides practical commentary on legal and business issues affecting companies, owners, executives, and management. For legal services, visit the Law Office of Todd B. Nurick at toddnuricklaw.com.


Understanding Form I-9 Compliance: Navigating Employment Authorization Rules
Employment authorization rules have changed significantly, and an expiration date alone may no longer tell an employer everything it needs to know. This article examines Form I-9 compliance, EAD extensions and revocations, E-Verify, reverification, anti-discrimination risk, and what General Counsel should build into the compliance process.

Todd B. Nurick
Aug 2112 min read


NDA and Non-Circumvention Agreement: What Each Protects Before a Deal Begins
An NDA protects confidential information. A non-circumvention provision protects valuable introductions and business opportunities. Here’s when both protections may belong in the same document.

Todd B. Nurick
Jul 3011 min read


Employee or Independent Contractor? The Role May Have Changed Even If the Contract Didn’t
Employee or independent contractor status can change as a role evolves. Businesses should review control, independence, payment, tools, integration, and legal exposure before a worker classification becomes a problem.

Todd B. Nurick
Jul 2311 min read


Starting a New Business: What to Fix Before the First Contract, Hire, or Investor
Starting a new business takes more than filing an LLC. Here are the legal issues founders should address before the first contract, hire, investor, or dispute.

Todd B. Nurick
Jul 1510 min read


Fractional General Counsel for Businesses: What Clients Should Expect Before the Fire Drill
Fractional General Counsel can help businesses manage contracts, employment issues, AI risk, disputes, vendors, and legal strategy before problems become expensive.

Todd B. Nurick
Jul 89 min read


Are Cease-and-Desist Letters Worth It? What a Lawyer Letter Can and Can’t Do
A lawyer letter can create a record, demand action, and avoid litigation. But cease-and-desist letters aren’t magic, and they need legal support before they go out on firm letterhead.

Todd B. Nurick
Jun 309 min read


Artificial Intelligence in Workplace Investigations: What Employers Should Do Before Software Touches the Evidence
AI can help employers organize workplace investigations, but it can also create bias, privacy, privilege, and discovery risks if the company doesn’t control how the tool is used.

Todd B. Nurick
Jun 228 min read


The $168 Million Hiring Mistake: Trade Secret Risks When Hiring Competitor Employees
The Supreme Court left a $168 million trade-secret judgment in place after a company hired approximately 2,200 employees from a customer. Here’s what businesses should do before hiring from competitors, customers, or vendors.

Todd B. Nurick
Jun 177 min read


Hidden Fee Compliance for Businesses 2026: What General Counsel Should Fix Before Customers or Regulators Do
Hidden fees and drip pricing still draw scrutiny. Here’s what businesses should review now in pricing, disclosures, contracts, and cancellation flow.

Todd B. Nurick
Jun 105 min read


How to Document Employee Misconduct Before Termination: An Human Resources (HR) Perspective for Pennsylvania Employers with Out-of-State Employees
How should a Pennsylvania employer document repeated employee infractions before termination, especially when the employee works out of state? Here is a practical Human Resources (HR) and business-law guide.

Todd B. Nurick
Jun 58 min read


Are Noncompetes Still Enforceable in 2026? What Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Should Know About the FTC Ban and State Law
Are noncompetes still enforceable in 2026? The FTC ban isn’t in effect, but restrictive covenants still require careful state-law analysis.

Todd B. Nurick
May 215 min read


In-House Counsel vs. Outside General Counsel: The Real Differences Companies Should Understand
What are the real differences between in-house counsel and outside general counsel? Here’s a practical business-law look at structure, cost, flexibility, and function.

Todd B. Nurick
May 187 min read


What Franchisees Should Review Before Signing a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
Todd Nurick explains what franchisees should review in a franchise disclosure document before signing, including key legal, financial, and operational terms.

Todd B. Nurick
Nov 17, 20254 min read


Intellectual Property Infringement: What Businesses in Pennsylvania, New York, and Nationwide Must Know
Intellectual property infringement can create significant legal and business risks. Learn about common copyright, trademark, and trade secret issues and practical considerations for protecting a company's intellectual property.

Todd B. Nurick
Nov 13, 20254 min read


National Trends in Data Privacy & Cybersecurity for Businesses: What Pennsylvania and New York Companies Need to Know
Business attorneys discussing data privacy and cybersecurity compliance Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Todd Nurick and Nurick Law Group are not your attorneys unless and until there is a fully executed written fee agreement with Todd Nurick or Nurick Law Group. Introduction Data privacy and cybersecurity are no longer just IT issues—they are core legal and busine

Todd B. Nurick
Nov 6, 20253 min read


Adopting Privacy Policies for Legal Compliance
Privacy policies are an important part of legal compliance for businesses that collect or process personal information. Learn the core considerations for adopting and maintaining an effective privacy policy.

Todd B. Nurick
Nov 3, 20255 min read


2025 Employment Law Changes You Should Know
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Todd Nurick and Nurick Law Group are not your attorneys unless and until there is a fully executed written fee agreement with Todd Nurick or Nurick Law Group. Employment law is constantly evolving, and staying informed about upcoming changes is essential for businesses and individuals alike. The year 2025 brings several important upd

Todd B. Nurick
Oct 20, 20254 min read


Key Employment Law Changes for 2025
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Todd Nurick and Nurick Law Group are not your attorneys unless and until there is a fully executed written fee agreement with Todd Nurick or Nurick Law Group. Employment law continues to evolve, and 2025 brings several important changes that businesses and individuals in Pennsylvania and New York should understand. Staying informed a

Todd B. Nurick
Oct 7, 20254 min read


2025 U.S. Employment Law Changes
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Todd Nurick and Nurick Law Group are not your attorneys unless and until there is a fully executed written fee agreement with Todd Nurick or Nurick Law Group. As 2025 approaches, significant changes in U.S. employment law will affect businesses and employees alike. Staying informed about these updates is essential for compliance and

Todd B. Nurick
Sep 23, 20254 min read


Key 2025 Employment Law Updates and Trends
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Todd Nurick and Nurick Law Group are not your attorneys unless and until there is a fully executed written fee agreement with Todd Nurick or Nurick Law Group. As we approach 2025, businesses and individuals in Pennsylvania and New York must prepare for significant changes in employment law. These updates affect hiring practices, work

Todd B. Nurick
Sep 20, 20253 min read
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