We are pleased to announce four attorneys have been selected to the list of 2020 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Each year, no more than five percent of lawyers in the state are selected to appear on the list of Florida Super Lawyers, and no more than 2.5 percent are selected to appear on […]
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Circuit Court Decision on 401(k) Contributions in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Solidifies Florida District Court Ruling
On June 1, 2020, in a 2-1 decision, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (6th Circuit) ruled that the voluntary contributions to an employer’s qualified retirement plan (e.g., a 401(k)) by a person in Chapter 13 bankruptcy are excluded from “disposable income” for purposes of determining how much of her post-filing […]
“Save Small Business” Initiative and Grant Fund from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a private sector 501(c)(3) organization and an affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has launched the “Save Small Business Initiative.” This initiative is a nationwide program focusing on small businesses’ immediate needs, efforts to mitigate closures and job losses, and mobilizing support […]
Small Business Administration Loans and Assistance – We Are Here to Help You!
First and foremost, we hope you and those close to you are safe and healthy during these unprecedented times. As a client of Widerman Malek, we are always looking out for your best interest. We have received countless calls and emails about the recently enacted SBA stimulus programs. There is a lot of confusion and […]
Widerman Malek P.L. Hosts 7th Annual “Kickin’ It For Hope” Event to Raise Money for Children with Disabilities
We were proud to host the 7th Annual “Kickin’ It For Hope” kickball tournament which raised money for the No Bad Days Foundation, a nonprofit who provides life-enhancing medical devices and other necessities for children with disabilities that have been denied by insurance. This year, over 250 people were in attendance, and the event raised […]
Annual Kickin’ It For Hope Event for No Bad Days Foundation – Join Us Saturday, February 8
Please join the No Bad Days Foundation, Widerman Malek and members of the Brevard County community for this annual fun day of kickball and other family-friendly activities! Kickin’ It For Hope Event Details Saturday, February 8, 2020 Pre-registration: 9 a.m. ~ Games begin: 10 a.m. Viera Regional Park 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL […]
Pierron Becomes Widerman Malek Equity Partner
Melbourne, FL (January 7, 2020) – Attorney Daniel C. Pierron becomes an equity partner at the law firm Widerman Malek. Pierron focuses his practice on representing clients in the prosecution of patents and trademarks before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and counseling inventors and businesses on various intellectual property strategies. He is also […]
SBA Proposes Consolidation of Federal Contracting Assistance Mentor-Protégé Programs
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has proposed a rule of merging two of its current federal contracting assistance programs, the 8(a) Business Development Mentor-Protégé Program and the All Small Mentor-Protégé Program, in order to eliminate confusion and remove unnecessary duplication of functions within the SBA. The 8(a) Program is for small businesses owned by […]
Goodbye DUNS, Hello SAMMI
In November 2020, DUNS will be replaced by the Sam Managed Identifier (SAMMI) which will also be known as the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). While the DUNS was proprietary to Dun and Bradstreet, the new number will now be owned by the Government. This will allow for this service to be competitively sought in the […]
FedBizOpps is Undergoing a Transition
The Federal Business Opportunities website (FBO.gov), along with all the other government wide acquisition systems managed by the Integrated Award Environment, is being modernized and consolidated under the “beta.SAM.gov” system. This consolidation will provide not only better security, data quality and convenience for users, but will also reduce barriers for doing business with the government, […]
