Update: In November of 2022, we addressed the changes in Arizona’s Homestead Laws, in particular the way that the law had changed to allow judgment creditors to be paid out of escrow proceeds. At that time, the homestead [...]
The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (“PUMP”) For Nursing Mothers Act On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (“PUMP”) For Nursing Mothers Act [...]
Arizona Supreme Court Clarifies the Permissible Scope of Real Estate Development Fees Chargeable by Municipalities
March 29, 2023
Real Estate Law
In a recent decision entitled Southern Arizona Home Builders Association v. Town of Marana, the Arizona Supreme Court clarified the extent to which the cost of necessary public services provided to new real estate development [...]
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Expands Workplace Protections for Pregnant Employees and Applicants Suffering From Physical or Mental Conditions
March 24, 2023
Employment Law
The United States Congress recently enacted the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”), effective June 27, 2023. The new law applies to private employers with 15 or more employees and certain public sector employers. [...]
Acknowledging Federal Holidays in the Workplace
December 7, 2022
Employment Law
Acknowledging Federal Holidays in the Workplace — Including Juneteenth (United States) | Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) The term “holiday” brings with it the opportunity for employees to celebrate, travel, [...]
On October 13, 2022, the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a proposed rule which — if adopted — would modify its analysis for determining whether a worker is an employee or [...]
How Arizona’s Homestead Laws Affect Your Residence
September 27, 2022
Real Estate Law
Changes to Arizona’s laws regarding the homestead exemption and creditors’ rights have recently gone into effect giving judgment creditors further ability to collect against a debtor-homeowner. As a counterbalance, [...]
20 Sacks Tierney Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers® Recognition
August 18, 2022
Firm News
Sacks Tierney is proud to have 20 attorneys listed in The Best Lawyers in America® — more than half of the firm. Three of those attorneys were also named the Best Lawyers® 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” in [...]
Doing Business in Indian Country
May 10, 2022
General