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    LGBT Workers Gain Rights Under Presidential Executive Order

    Studies show that more than 40 percent of lesbian, gay, and bisexual workers have suffered employment discrimination due to their sexual orientation. Moreover, 90 percent of transgender employees have experienced harassment, mistreatment, or discrimination in the workplace. President Obama has once again extended the reach of Executive power when he recently signed an Executive Order […]

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    Amendments to NY Wage Theft Law Head to Governor’s Desk

    A bill that would amend New York’s Wage Theft Prevention Act (the “Act”) awaits Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s signature. The changes offer both good news and bad news for New York employers. Originally enacted into law in 2011, the Act aims to protect low-wage workers from unscrupulous employers who may attempt to pilfer their pay by […]

    Author: Robert A. Marsico

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    Reality Stars Not 'Employees'

    Over the past decade, reality television has dramatically increased in popularity. This can perhaps be attributed to the fact that viewers across America are fascinated with imagining themselves as actual participants of these programs—giving them the ability to blend both fantasy and reality within their own living rooms. Regardless of reality TV’s new central position […]

    Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

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    House Votes To Make Bonus Depreciation Tax Cut Permanent

    The U.S. House of Representatives voted July 11 to make permanent a temporary tax cut that allows businesses to write off 50 percent of the cost of new equipment in the year that it is purchased, according to The Associated Press. Proponents of the break argue that it makes it easier for businesses to invest […]

    Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

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    Should You Be Protecting Your Business Emails from Prying Eyes? post image

    Should You Be Protecting Your Business Emails from Prying Eyes?

    Would you send an important communication on a postcard? For most businesses, the answer is likely no. Yet companies send unsecured business emails every day, which share many of the same characteristics as postcards. These messages can be intercepted and read by entities other than the intended recipient. The identity of the sender can also […]

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    Will Uber Win the Battle of the Taxi or Succumb to Business Regulation? post image

    Will Uber Win the Battle of the Taxi or Succumb to Business Regulation?

    Uber records approximately one million ride requests each week and is now valued at an estimated $18.2 billion. Despite its surging popularity with riders, the company continues to face strong resistance from regulators and traditional taxis over its novel business model, which uses a cell phone application to connect drivers using their personal vehicles with […]

    Author: Dan Brecher

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    Proposed Debt Allocation Regulations Produce Unexpected and Unwanted Results

    IRS published new regulations in January that would upset 25 years of treatment of the allocation of liabilities.  Under current rules, the determination of whether a liability is recourse to a partner (or related person) is determined by whether the partner has an obligation to make a contribution to any person because a liability is due and payable and […]

    Author: James F. McDonough

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    The Great Ticket Debate

    The resale of tickets at exorbitant prices has long plagued sporting events across the globe. It has become commonplace for dedicated fans to be forced to purchase tickets for nearly three times their actual value, all in the name of attending their favorite concert or sporting event. To combat this widespread epidemic, many states have […]

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    NJ “Ban the Box” Bill Headed to Gov. Christie’s Desk post image

    NJ “Ban the Box” Bill Headed to Gov. Christie’s Desk

    New Jersey may soon be the latest state to “ban the box.” Late last month, the state legislature passed the Opportunity to Compete Act, which would restrict the use of criminal background checks by New Jersey employers. The bill now awaits Gov. Chris Christie’s signature. Six states—Hawaii, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Minnesota and New Mexico—have previously […]

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    ERISA Class Action Settlement Results in Business Reforms (Not Payment) post image

    ERISA Class Action Settlement Results in Business Reforms (Not Payment)

    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Inc. (Horizon) will alter its business practices and pay $2.5 million in attorney’s fees under the terms of a class action settlement approved in federal court last week. The suit alleged the insurance company under-reimbursed health plan subscribers for out-of-network services in violation of the Employee Retirement […]

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    SEC’s Social Media Guidance Recognizes Required Disclosures Often Exceed 140 Characters post image

    SEC’s Social Media Guidance Recognizes Required Disclosures Often Exceed 140 Characters

    Businesses are increasingly using social media to interact with current and potential clients. However, some industries must tread carefully to avoid running afoul of existing regulations, which often do not reflect the new technology. Thankfully, some regulators appear to be recognizing the growing importance of social media and are revising their policies accordingly. The Securities […]

    Author: Dan Brecher

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    Kansas Tax Cut Leads To Greater Deficit Than Anticipated

    In 2012, Kansas lawmakers passed a large income tax cut that was intended to reduce revenue from taxes by a little more than 10 percent, according to Josh Barro writing for The New York Times. Gov. Sam Brownback said at the time that these cuts would create “tens of thousands of jobs,” which would more than […]

    Author: James F. McDonough

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