| The Rule 505 Exemption from Registration Requirements for Small Securities Offerings |
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| Before selling shares of stock to the public, a company normally must file a detailed registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The usual registration statement must contain a prospectus with audited financial statements and other information required for review by Commission staff. However, several exemptions from registration requirements are available for stock offerings that are of lesser value or sold to restricted categories of purchasers. More... |
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| Directors' Liability - Torts and Wrongful Acts |
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| TORTS AND WRONGFUL ACTS More... |
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| OSHA Requirements and Standards |
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| The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 for promoting a safe workplace by setting standards and conducting inspections. The Act applies to almost all employers. More... |
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| Tortious Interference with a Contract or with Prospective Contractual Relations |
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| Parties to a contract are entitled to performance of the contract without interference from others. Interference with a contract can lead to claims of tortious interference with performance of the contract or tortious interference with prospective contractual relations. More... |
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| Director and Officer Liability under OSHA |
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| Employers have a general duty under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)1 to provide a workplace free from "recognized" hazards. A violation of this duty can lead to criminal sanctions2 in addition to civil penalties. An employer can also be exposed to liability under occupational safety and health regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Department of Labor. Directors and high-level executive officers must act to reduce or eliminate workplace dangers or risk OSHA liability. More... |
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