The Latest Insights in Law, Business, Policy, and More
Woods Fuller offers timely insights into the legal and business issues affecting South Dakota and the upper Midwest. Our attorneys share practical perspectives on corporate law, estate planning, employment, litigation, and other key areas to help clients stay informed and make confident decisions. Each insight is designed to clarify complex topics and provide useful guidance for navigating today’s evolving legal landscape.
Corporate Transparency Act Overhauled—Is Your Business Still Affected?
The long-running legal saga surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) took another dramatic turn on March 21, 2025
Flooding and Inverse Condemnation Proceedings
Explore South Dakota’s legal framework for landowner flood damage claims under inverse condemnation, including recent rulings and cases involving government action, property use, and damages due to extreme flooding.
Creative Financing: Thinking Outside the Bank
Discover the benefits and risks of creative financing in real estate. Learn how alternative options like seller financing, contracts for deed, and promissory notes with mortgages can help buyers secure property without traditional bank loans.
Courtney Chapman Named “30 Under 30”
Courtney Chapman named one of Sioux Falls’ “30 Under 30” for her leadership, accomplishments, and future potential.
Brad Grossenburg: Championing Philanthropy and Community Impact in Sioux Falls
Brad Grossenburg, a Woods Fuller attorney, champions philanthropy in Sioux Falls, guiding donors to create lasting community impact. Read more here.
Q&A with Woods Fuller Immigration and Estate Planning Attorney Amanda Bahena
Amanda Bahena is a bilingual attorney passionate about Immigration & Estate Planning, helping clients achieve their goals with creative solutions and personal connection.
Artificial Intelligence and Estate Planning
Discover how AI is reshaping estate planning. Explore its potential for efficiency, its limitations, and why combining AI with expert legal, financial, and tax guidance ensures your assets are protected, beneficiaries are supported, and risks are minimized.
Federal Judge Blocks FLSA Overtime Rule
The overtime rule would have raised the minimum salary threshold for EAP employees to qualify as exempt from overtime pay requirements.
Ruling Prohibits Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act
Texas ruling puts a stop to the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
New Supreme Court Ruling: Estate Tax and Buy-Out Life Insurance for Business Owners
The Supreme Court's ruling in Connelly v. United States affects how life insurance proceeds are valued for estate tax purposes in corporate buy-out structures. Learn how this decision may impact your business’s estate planning and life insurance strategies.
Understanding Gift Tax: Key Components for Effective Financial Planning
Understanding gift tax is crucial for effective financial planning. This blog explains the 2024 tax-free gift limit, including annual and lifetime exclusions, as well as who pays the gift tax. A Woods Fuller tax law attorney can guide you through these complexities, ensuring your gift-giving strategy remains tax-efficient and aligns with your overall financial goals.