A Warning to the Unwary: Beware of Fair Dealership Laws When Making a “Covid-Shakeup.”
April 22, 2021 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:
KMK is pleased to announce that an article by KMK Shareholder Ryan M. Billings was recently published in the Spring 2021 edition of Primerus Paradigm. The article discusses the dangers of making Covid-related changes to distributor relationships without a full understanding of local fair dealership laws. A courtesy copy of the article is enclosed […]
Restrictive Covenants: One Size Does Not Fit All
October 16, 2020 | Categories: Firm News | Topics:
KMK is pleased to announce that an article by KMK Shareholder Ryan M. Billings was recently published in the American Bar Association Business Torts & Unfair Competition Committee Journal. The article compares non-compete law in New York, California, Illinois and Wisconsin, and argues that new rules should be created for non-disclosure and non-solicitation agreements, which […]
The Advantages of Working with a Smaller Law Firm
October 14, 2020 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:Tags: Advantages, Business Attorneys, Small Law Firms
When it comes to choosing a law firm, there are literally thousands of options available, whether you’re looking for a firm in your city or state, across the nation, or around the world. Too many people gravitate toward larger firms simply because they assume bigger is better. However, the advantages of smaller law firms offer […]
KOHNER, MANN & KAILAS, S.C. ATTORNEYS RECOGNIZED AS 2021 BEST LAWYERS IN THE MIDWEST
October 2, 2020 | Categories: Firm News | Topics:
Kohner, Mann & Kailas is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys were recognized as among the 2021 Best Lawyers in the Midwest by Best Lawyers, the only purely peer-review guide to the legal profession. The following KMK attorneys received recognition: Ryan M. Billings—Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions Robert L. Gegios—Antitrust Law, Appellate […]
Six attorneys from Kohner, Mann & Kailas, S.C. recognized in the most recent edition of The Best Lawyers in America
August 27, 2020 | Categories: Firm News | Topics:
Six attorneys from Kohner, Mann & Kailas, S.C. (Robert L. Gegios, Matthew P. Gerdisch, Christopher C. Kailas, Steve Kailas, Samuel C. Wisotzkey, and Ryan M. Billings) were recognized today in the most recent edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the only purely peer-review guide to the legal profession. Matthew P. Gerdisch, Christopher C. Kailas, Steve Kailas […]
Does the Bankruptcy of a Guarantor Extinguish the Guaranty of Future Business Debts? Perhaps Not!
June 29, 2020 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:Tags: Bankruptcy, Eric R. von Helms, Personal Guaranty
The scenario is unusual but is becoming increasingly more common. A business enters into a credit agreement with a creditor to purchase goods or services. The creditor requires that one or more of the principals of the business provides a personal guaranty of the obligations of the business. The guarantors then file personal bankruptcy but […]
Mandatory Indemnification: Sue Me and You’ll Pay My Attorneys’ Fees
June 15, 2020 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:Tags: Indemnification, Ryan M. Billings
Ryan M. Billings recently submitted an article for the Wisconson Bar Association’s Business Law Section Blog. It discusses mandatory indemnification and highlights equity holders’ exposure to legal fees when a company brings suit against its former officers, directors, managers, or members. Click here to read the full article. If you have any questions about […]
Natural Gas Class Action Matter Continues to Move Forward
April 20, 2020 | Categories: Firm News | Topics:Tags: Class Action Suits, Melinda A. Bialzik, Natural Gas, Robert L. Gegios, Ryan M. Billings
The antitrust legal matter involving deregulated gas sold to commercial and industrial businesses in Wisconsin, which KMK has been involved with for the past 13 years, took another step toward completion. Click here to see the entire Law360.com notice that reported, “CMS Energy has received the preliminary rubber stamp on its $15 million settlement to […]
The C.A.R.E.S. Act: Trillions in Stimulus Payments, But also Business Bankruptcy Law Changes Creditors Need to Know
April 6, 2020 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:Tags: Bankruptcy, C.A.R.E.S. Act, COVID-19, Creditors Rights, Samuel C. Wisotzkey
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) passed by Congress and signed into law by the President on March 27, 2020, provides substantial economic stimulus to individuals, businesses, and health care facilities to address the remarkable and unprecedented impacts of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The CARES Act also includes important provisions […]
COVID-19 and Its Implications for Your Contract Performance
March 30, 2020 | Categories: Firm News, Publications | Topics:Tags: Contracts, COVID-19, Litigation, Robert L. Gegios
Introduction COVID-19 has precipitated unprecedented dislocations and hardships. Every aspect of our nation’s population and economy has been affected, often in shocking and unprecedented ways. Many of you are facing a new reality of supply disruptions, cutbacks in demand for your products and services, and strains on your ability to utilize or maintain […]
