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Will the Bitcoin Become a New Tax Evasion Tool?

Bitcoins, a controversial but highly popular global digital currency, is being used by more consumers to make several types of transactions. Although no government has recognized the bitcoin as a legitimate currency or placed concrete value on its use, the anonymity afforded to bitcoin users, coupled with the growing trend of bartering them for assets that carry […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

August 19, 2013

Verbal Fillers: Are You Guilty of Um, Ah and Sort Of?

Do you have a verbal “tic?” Get a tape of your last public speech, talk, oral argument or sales presentation. Are you starting your sentences with an “uh” or its common replacement “so?” If these verbal fillers seem to find their way into your public speaking, you are not alone. Many of the talking heads […]

Author: Dan Brecher

August 19, 2013

A-Rod Situation Highlights Risks of Long-Term Contracts

The two contracts previously awarded to Alex Rodriguez are widely regarded as being the two worst contracts in the history of professional sports. The second contract with the New York Yankees was signed in December 2007, replacing a 10-year, $252 million deal with the Texas Rangers. The earlier package produced three straight last-place finishes, a 2004 trade […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

August 16, 2013

Contract lawyer NYC

National Ambulatory Services Firm Seeks Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Rural/Metro, an ambulance and fire protection services company, announced it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company has already established a reorganization plan following an agreement with its lenders to reduce debt liabilities by half. The company filed paperwork with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Wilmington, Delaware, and cited “significant challenges and disruptions operating its […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

August 16, 2013

Oil, Gas Industry Faces Scrutiny for Labor Practices

In light of a recent government report that shed light on the prevalence of incorrect worker classification, many companies are coming under fire for their own labor practices. However, some industries are facing more scrutiny than others, particularly the oil and gas industries, a new report reveals. The Pittsburg Post-Gazette reports that the U.S. Department of […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

August 16, 2013

Tax Law Violations

Has Your Business Start-up Registered Its Trademarks?

When starting a new business, intellectual property concerns should certainly be on your “To Do” list. Your company’s name, logo, trade secrets and inventions may one day be your greatest assets. Despite the importance, many start-ups are unsure about their intellectual property concerns when it is the right time to apply for registered trademarks and […]

Author: Kenneth C. Oh

August 15, 2013

IP attorney NYC

Estate of Turco: Is There Clawback For Insufficient Estate Tax Funds?

The lack of liquidity is a serious problem in the administration of an Estate, especially for a fiduciary with the potential for personal liability. The lack of liquidity can arise from no planning, illiquid assets or an unforeseen change in circumstances or market conditions. Federal estate tax is due nine months after death; however, it […]

Author: James F. McDonough

August 15, 2013

American Airlines Nears Bankruptcy Exit, Merger

American Airlines parent AMR Corporation is gearing up to make its formal exit from bankruptcy proceedings, and to enter into a multibillion-dollar merger agreement with US Airways, after receiving approval of its restructuring plan from creditors. AMR announced that preliminary results reveal at least 88 percent of ballots in each creditor class were cast in favor […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

August 15, 2013

Bankruptcy Proceedings

Rookies Thrown Out of NBA Transition Program May Struggle to Manage Legal Issues

Shabazz Muhammad made headlines recently when it was announced that he was sent home from the National Basketball Association’s Rookie Transition Program for violating rules. The Minnesota Timberwolves rookie was dismissed from the program for “bringing a female guest into his hotel room,” a direct violation of the program’s rules, USA Today recently reported. However, some sports analysts are wondering how […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

August 14, 2013

Report: Companies Failing at Worker Classification

A large number of small, mid-market, and large companies nationwide are failing to comply with the Internal Revenue Service rules that govern worker classification status, a new report reveals. The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, looking to ensure tax compliance, released new findings that show many companies who continue to misclassify employees as independent […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

August 14, 2013

Internal Revenue Service

Rhode Island, Same Sex Divorce and Portability: Imperfect Together

Rhode Island Governor Chafee issued an executive order directing the state to recognize same-sex marriages performed out-of-state. The executive order does not, however, permit same sex divorce. Society is in a state of limbo where executive orders can address some, but not all, of the issues. How does one address the use of the Federal […]

Author: James F. McDonough

August 13, 2013

Business Bankruptcies Continue to Decline

Americans have been inundated as of late with news relating to several high-profile business bankruptcies, suggesting that more companies are continuing to struggle as the economy makes its slow recovery. Despite the heavy coverage, a new report indicates that the number of companies seeking bankruptcy protection is actually falling. New Generation Research, a unit of […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

August 13, 2013

Bankruptcy Protection

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