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US layoffs still high, but so is skepticism on jobless data

News Story (NATIONAL)

US layoffs still high, but so is skepticism on jobless data

October 8, 2020 | Christopher Rugaber | Associated Press (AP)
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dipped last week to a still-high 840,000, evidence that layoffs remain elevated seven months into the pandemic recession.
Tags: COVID-19 | Small Business | Unemployment

Program to offer free legal services for farmers, small businesses at VLS

News Story (Vermont)

Program to offer free legal services for farmers, small businesses at VLS

January 27, 2020 | Valley News (NH)
Vermont Law School is introducing the state’s first nonprofit program to bring free legal services to farmers and small business owners, according to a news release from the school.
Tags: Farming | Small Business

At Legal Food Hub, attorneys help food businesses, pro bono

News Story (Maine)

At Legal Food Hub, attorneys help food businesses, pro bono

November 11, 2019 | Laurie Schreiber | Mainebiz
Amy Rowbottom, owner of Crooked Face Creamery in Norridgewock. sought legal help in protecting her company’s brand. Legal Food Hub matched her with attorney David McConnell of Perkins Thompson, who helped with trademark issues.
Tags: Small Business