# Sarah Sawyer

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Myth or Reality of Ironclad Contracts

Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Burger of Offit Kurman discuss the idea of the “ironclad contract” and why truly loophole-proof, unbreakable agreements don’t exist. They explain that while contracts can be sloppy or well-prepared, even strong drafting can’t anticipate every unexpected real-life …

Setting Up Your First Business Entity

Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger of Offit Kurman discuss key considerations when starting a business, focusing on entity structures and formation. They stress beginning with tax implications by consulting an accountant about what entity to form. The next step is working with a lawyer on qu…

Understanding the Importance of Indemnification Clauses

In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger of Offit Kurman explain why indemnification clauses—often buried in the “miscellaneous” section of contracts—deserve close attention. They describe indemnification as a key risk-allocation tool that determines who pays for def…

Responsible AI Use in Employment Hiring

Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Burger of Offit Kurman discuss the lawsuit alleging Workday’s AI hiring software discriminatorily screens out certain candidates and what that headline means for employers using AI in recruiting. They outline AI risk areas such as accuracy, confidentiality, intell…

Effective Communication in Crisis Situations

Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss how companies should respond when an incident draws public or media attention and reporters seek offhand comments from employees. They emphasize planning before a crisis by creating a crisis communication plan that identifies a poi…

The Risks of Using AI for Legal Clients

Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger of Offit Kurman discuss risks created when clients use AI tools like ChatGPT for legal questions during litigation or transactional matters. They explain that courts are applying traditional attorney-client privilege and work product rules to AI, meaning us…

Family Leave Updates for Maryland Businesses

Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss Maryland’s upcoming paid family and medical leave program and what employers should do in fall 2026 to prepare. They explain that contributions for employers using the state plan begin January 1, 2027, with benefits starting in 202…

Understanding Employee Performance Shifts

In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger of Offit Kurman discuss balancing consistent performance-management policies with EQ and common sense when managing people. They explain that when a previously strong employee’s performance declines, it may signal personal str…

Intentional Culture Creation in Management

In this episode of OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and attorney Russell Burger of Offit Kurman discuss how managers influence company culture alongside the usual compliance responsibilities. Managers act as ambassadors and the day-to-day face of the organization, especially as companies grow and executive…

Navigating Intellectual Property in the Age of AI

Sarah Sawyer and Russell Burger are joined by Marc Misthal, an intellectual property and trademark attorney and chair of the firm’s IP group, to discuss how businesses’ use of AI is creating new IP challenges. Marc explains that AI-generated outputs raise questions about whether they can be protect…