So far 2020 has been filled with great uncertainty. However, two things are certain through the end of 2020 – (1) we know the tax rules and the planning implications for individuals, and (2) we [...]
The Irrevocable Spousal Trust: A Pain-Free Strategy for Large Gifts
In Tax and Estate Planning PostedThe Irrevocable Spousal Trust is an irrevocable trust that you and/or your spouse create during your lifetime for the ultimate benefit of your children. The trust is structured to be funded using [...]
The transition period for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union ends on December 31, 2020, the Exit Date. This has implications for European trademarks and applications for which [...]
If your company is collecting personal data about California residents and meets ONE of the following criteria, it must be compliant with this new law. Does your company: Have $25 million in [...]
Employer Alert: How School Reopening Plans Affect Paid Leave Under the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act
By Jim O'Connor
In Employment and Labor Posted We’ve previously written about the changes to paid leave law brought about by the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA) and how the new law impacts employers as they reopen. As [...]
On August 26, 2020, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued its ruling in In re: Tribune Company, et al., a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case involving the operator of well-known [...]
Many people are already familiar with federal financing programs available in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, such as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loans [...]
De-risking Series: De-risking Your Business with Better Contract Practices
In Corporate Issues PostedMost business owners understand that good contract provisions and practices can reduce the risk profile of their companies, but, along with risk reduction, a thoughtful and disciplined approach [...]
As of July 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA) is now enforceable by the Attorney General of California. Businesses in violation of the CCPA will be notified of [...]
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Protected Under Title VII
By Jim O'Connor
In Employment and Labor Posted Yesterday, in a 6-3 decision, the United States Supreme Court held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of their [...]
