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#HappyNewYear from all of us at Phelps! 🎉 We wish you a joyful and prosperous 2025. Please note our offices will be closed on New Year's Day. Looking forward to another great year together!

A big congratulations to our appellate team! The group closed out the year with a series of wins for clients before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. In the past few months, the team presented winning oral arguments in four cases, which all involved complex constitutional challenges. Phelps lawyers Todd Butler and Mallory Bland led the team to secure the rulings. Read more about the team's experience here >> https://lnkd.in/e-KU2sFv

In the latest turn, the Corporate Transparency Act injunction is back in place, for now. Businesses currently do not need to comply with the January 2025 deadline to file beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports. Though the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals motions panel lifted the injunction on Dec. 23, the court reinstated it on Dec. 26, pending an appeal. Get up to speed with Phelps lawyers Hal West and Trevor Haynes as they highlight what businesses need to know about the newest decision. Read more >> https://lnkd.in/ekwnHSbK

BREAKING: The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is back in effect. Most reporting companies will need to file beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports to comply with the CTA’s reporting deadlines. A court blocked the CTA in early December, but the U.S. Fifth Circuit removed the preliminary injunction on Dec. 23. If your business qualifies as a reporting company under the CTA, you’ll likely need to file a BOI in January 2025. Phelps lawyers Hal West and Trevor Haynes break down the new reporting deadlines for businesses to stay compliant. Read more here >> https://lnkd.in/efub3tqF

Did you know that signing a solar lease can create a 50-year relationship between the landowner and the solar company?   With renewables and the demand for solar leases on the rise, large landowners have a lot of questions. Baton Rouge real estate lawyers Randy Roussel and Paxson Guest made the cover of the American Bar Association’s Probate & Property magazine with their article diving into these issues.   The article outlines potential financial, tax and land use impacts for those considering a lease to allow solar energy facility development on their property. Read more here >> https://lnkd.in/e6f-G_B4

Earlier this December, we sponsored the American Bar Association Health Law Section 22nd Annual Washington Health Law Summit. New Orleans Associate Courtney Hurtig shared her insights during the presentation, "The Pulse on Patient Privacy: The Regulation of Online Tracking Technologies and Tips to Manage New HIPAA and Part 2 Duties." This summit is an essential event for #healthcare professionals to stay informed on critical legislative and policy developments, offering insights into federal initiatives and opportunities to network with industry leaders.

Social media in the workplace presents unique challenges and opportunities. How can employers balance business interests with employees' rights? In his latest client alert, Phelps associate Marcellus Chamberlain, explores several key issues, including NLRA violations, social media's impact on hiring and liability, policy best practices and AI's workplace role. Employers must navigate these complexities while respecting legal guidelines and employee rights. The article provides insights into best practices and legal considerations to create effective social media policies. Click the link in the comments to read more!

As we celebrate this special time of year, we partnered with the Madonna Learning Center Inc in Memphis, Tennessee, to create a one-of-a-kind holiday card. This incredible center transforms lives by empowering children and adults with special needs to achieve their fullest potential.   Nora Kate Houston is the talented seven-year-old artist behind our beautiful snowman holiday card. She perfectly captures the spirit of giving and community with her art.   We extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with hope, happiness and success.   Thank you for being part of our community.

Catch us if you can! Our Birmingham office sponsored and participated in the Noojin & White Race to the Courthouse this past weekend! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Even in the cold, it was a day filled with high energy and community spirit. We're proud to support the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, benefitting the Downtown YMCA Youth Center and their mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Thank you to everyone who joined us in making a difference!