2020 Year in Review
As this year comes to an end, so does another year in sharing blogs about a variety of matters. 2020 has been an unprecedented year in many ways, changing our lives and helping to mold how the future will look. Over the past 12 months, my blogs have covered a variety of topics, including COVID-19, business law, cybersecurity and more. Let’s take some time to reflect on each of these matters as we begin to shift our focus to the year ahead:
January – 2019 Year in Review https://kdwinger.com/2020/01/03/2019-year-in-review/
2020 began with a reflection on the year past, with a look back at all of the blogs I published in 2019. The change in year is an optimal time for reflection, providing a great chance to share past blogs as I am doing now. Many of these subjects are as relevant and important as they were when published and some have even been expanded upon since publication.
February – Protecting Intangible Assets Against Social Engineering https://kdwinger.com/2020/01/29/protecting-intangible-assets-against-social-engineering/
This blog explores the cyber attacks that stem from social engineering, which is the manipulation of other people, especially employees, in order to commit a breach. Since employees are often considered a weak link in your business’ security, training and protocols are one of the best means of protecting against this type of attack.
March – Independent Contractors vs Employees
https://kdwinger.com/2020/03/16/independent-contractors-vs-employees%e2%80%a8/
Does your business want to hire an independent contractor or an employee? This blog breaks down the differences in each type of position and discusses the reasons why a business may choose one over the other.
May – What Happens to Your Contractual Obligations When the Government Closes Your Business During a Pandemic? https://kdwinger.com/2020/05/08/what-happens-to-your-contractual-obligations-when-the-government-closes-your-business-during-a-pandemic/
As the COVID-19 pandemic continued to change our way of life and businesses, questions arose concerning contractual obligations. As it turns out, the answers to those questions can vary when under government lockdowns. This blog discusses different approaches to these questions.
June – The Effect of COVID-19 on HIPAA and other Employer Confidentiality Obligations https://kdwinger.com/2020/06/15/the-effect-of-covid-19-on-hipaa-and-other-employer-confidentiality-obligations/
This blog discusses the manner in which COVID-19 shaped certain pre-existing HIPAA regulations and other confidentiality arrangements, predominantly with respect to infection. Throughout the process of testing, waiting on results, and the end result of the test, there are instances where this information isn’t held to the same standards as other Personal Health Information. You can find information about those instances here.
July – Insurance for Business https://kdwinger.com/2020/07/14/insurance-for-business/
While insurance is a common denominator for many aspects of life, insurance for business isn’t always common. What most often needs to be kept in mind with business insurance are the possibilities of property damage, accidents, and legal issues. This blog discusses these issues and identifies some important considerations regarding business insurance.
August – Non-Compete vs Non-Solicitation Agreements https://kdwinger.com/2020/08/06/non-compete-vs-non-solicitation-agreements/
This article considers Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Agreements, discussing their differences and what matters are crucial to each. Both types of agreements can protect your business in different ways. This blog provides information on how the agreements work and can help you decide whether you need one (or both) and, if so, which one(s) makes the most sense for your business.
September – The Families First Coronavirus Response Act and Employee Leave https://kdwinger.com/2020/09/15/the-families-first-coronavirus-response-act-and-employee-leave/
COVID-19 brought along a new array of challenges for employees needing to take care of their personal health or the wellbeing of others and, in response, Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This act created new employer obligations with regard to sick pay and sick leave related to COVID. The Act, which is detailed in the blog is effective until the end of December 2020, as it stands now.
October – The Importance of Cyber Insurance https://kdwinger.com/2020/10/09/the-importance-of-cyber-insurance/
Cyber insurance can play a crucial role in a business’ ability to pick itself back up and recover after a data breach. It can be a great line of defense for you and your business to consider. This blog discusses its ins-and-outs.
November – Methods of Business Succession https://kdwinger.com/2020/11/12/methods-of-business-succession/ This article discusses the different types of business succession methods that you may want to consider, as this is a crucial part of its continuation for years to come. The types and their benefits will depend on your personal preference, needs and company structure, with some room for you to decide based on what best suits your wishes.
All of these blogs still carry great re-read value, whether further information has been made available or not. In many cases, these aspects of business law and cybersecurity they discuss are crucial to keep in mind. Additionally, staying updated on the latest COVID-19 regulations is pivotal to understanding these changing times. To discuss any of these subject in greater detail or as they affect your own business, feel free to contact me.
The information presented here is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.