Blog Posts
Security Incident - November 2021
Aug 09, 2022
In November 2021, Primmer discovered that an unauthorized third party gained access to its network and copied a limited amount of data to a foreign private hosting site. Read more about our measures and protections here.
Primmer's Ryan Gadapee Invited to Moderate a Session at VCIA
Aug 02, 2022
Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that Ryan Gadapee has been invited to moderate a session at the 2022 Vermont Captive Insurance Association's Annual Conference, entitled, "Insights Into Ethical Leadership".
Ryan Long Graduates from "Leadership Champlain" Program
Jul 29, 2022
Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that Ryan Long has graduated from "Leadership Champlain" Program, a leadership program based in Burlington, Vermont.
Ryan Gadapee Invited to Speak at VCIA
Jul 27, 2022
Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that Ryan Gadapee has been invited to speak at the 2022 Vermont Captive Insurance Association's Annual Conference. As part of a 3-person panel, Ryan will be part of the "Captive Owner Case Study" presentation.
A Tribute to J. Paul Giuliani
Jul 26, 2022
J. Paul Giuliani died on July 12, 2022, following a long illness. Paul was known well throughout Vermont and New Hampshire for his great legal counsel and expertise. He was also a great friend to many, and respected by all who knew him.
Randall Wachsmann Invited to Speak at VCIA
Jun 22, 2022
Establishing a Separate Account may be the right fit for certain captive insurance companies looking to add business that they wish to segregate from the captive’s core insurance program. Come find out more about separate accounts when Primmer attorney, Randall Wachsmann speaks as part of VCIA 2022.
Vermont Bankruptcy Court Clarifies "Separate Transaction" and Dismisses Involuntary Petition
Jun 15, 2022
The firm Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that Attorneys Alexandra Edelman and Ryan Long successfully moved to dismiss an involuntary bankruptcy petition filed by creditors against Koffee Kup Bakery, Inc. The success was highlighted in a May issue of the ABI Journal, the publication of the American Bankruptcy Institute.
Firm Secures Victory Against Claim for Unpaid Overtime Wages
May 24, 2022
The firm Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that it secured a significant victory before the Vermont Supreme Court for one of its bank clients against a former employee claiming unpaid overtime wages. In a lengthy and robust decision, the Supreme Court noted that the question presented on appeal “appears to be a matter of national first impression.” In closely examining the overtime requirements set forth in the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act, followed by the State of Vermont, the Supreme Court agreed with the lower court’s conclusion that the bank’s method for calculating commissions that included deductions for wages already paid complied with the law so long as it met the minimum wage and overtime thresholds.
The New Hampshire Financial Responsibility Act: An Amendment That Reaches Across Borders
Mar 01, 2022
Since at least 1958, it has been clear that the New Hampshire Financial Responsibility Act does not apply to accidents that occur outside of New Hampshire. However, a July 2021 amendment to RSA 264:18 appears to have changed that rule and broadened the reach of the statute.
Welcome Attorney John Wallace
Feb 14, 2022
After over twenty years serving the healthcare industry, attorney John Wallace has joined our firm. John’s practice focuses primarily on helping clinicians and administrators navigate the complex regulatory and compliance issues they face every day.