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In a tight labor market, it’s often the benefits and perks that help employers compete for talent. One key benefit an employer must consider is vacation. Should vacation be offered, and if so, how much and how should it be structured? What’s the real value of vacation to employees and…

Most life sciences companies negotiate numerous commercial contracts each year and must rely on big industry players for essential testing, supply and manufacturing partnerships. But these relationships can feel very unbalanced because large vendors seem to have far more negotiating power than any emerging company. Less favorable terms can have…

Koenig, Oelsner, Taylor, Schoenfeld & Gaddis PC (KO Law Firm) has expanded its corporate practice with the addition of attorney Keenan Weatherford. Keenan brings corporate expertise from an international law firm to KO’s team, which has grown 26 percent in the last two years. Keenan’s practice focuses on corporate and…

For the second year in a row, KO partner Charles Ciaccio was recognized on the Denver Business Journal’s shortlist of Who’s Who in Energy. The recognition goes to key players in the energy market. Charles is an advocate for strong business growth in the renewable energy space. His practice focuses on representing a variety…

You’re ambitious, hardworking, you’ve got a brilliant idea and you’re ready to start your business. But what do you really need to know to achieve startup success and to protect your business down the road? Statistics around startups can be intimidating: 50 percent of new businesses fail within five years…

The California Supreme Court raised the bar on the definition of independent contractor last month when it unanimously adopted a new legal standard for distinguishing between employees and independent contractors – also known as gig workers. An estimated 12.5 million workers – just over 8 percent of the U.S. workforce –…

The buzz at this year’s premier natural foods trade show, Expo West, included talk about increasingly popular plant-based beverages as well as meatless, dairy-free and protein-packed snacks. KO partner Jennifer Rosenthal and attorney Samantha Pjesky attended the show, as they keep a close eye on trends in the industry and…

DENVER – Koenig, Oelsner, Taylor, Schoenfeld & Gaddis PC (KO) is pleased to announce the promotion of Dan Fredrickson to partner, effective January 2018. Dan represents clients in connection with a wide range of complex commercial and technology transactions. For many clients, Dan serves in the capacity of outside general…