Kirk Carter: Attorney, Fletcher Tilton, Framingham

When many of us think of immigration, we might envision a political argument. But immigration has huge ramifications for businesses of all sizes.

Patent Law Chage To 'First To File' System Poses Hurdle For Entrepreneurs

For centuries, entrepreneurs in the United States relied on a unique patenting system that granted protection to ideas and inventions from the moment of creation.

Shrewsbury Jukebox Dealer Sues Industry Group

If a recently filed lawsuit has any truth to it, the jukebox business is decidedly cutthroat.

Millbury Restaurant Accused In Music Copyright Case

April 21, 2012, was a bad day for the Wheelock Inn in Millbury, though its owner, Steven Nevalsky, may not have known it at the time.

5 Tax Issues You Can’t Ignore

Along-awaited deal was passed by Congress Jan. 1 that prevented the immediate impact of going over the "fiscal cliff" of tax hikes and mandatory spending cuts.

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Framingham Compounding Pharmacy Files For Bankruptcy

Framingham-based New England Compounding Center (NECC), which has been linked to a fungal meningitis outbreak that has killed 39 people and sickened more than 600, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy...

83-Year-Old Boylston Millwork Firm Bankrupt

After more than 80 years in business, a Boylston-based architectural millwork firm has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.