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How to reduce frauds from C-suite executives
November / December 2023
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: The largest fraud losses typically come from people in positions with the highest authority — owners and executives. A recent study by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners reports that the median loss from these fraud schemes was $337,000, compared to $50,000 for rank-and-file workers. This article discusses ways to reduce executive-level fraud risks by focusing on the three critical elements of the fraud triangle: motive, opportunity and rationalization.
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Close-up on kickbacks and corruption
May / June 2021
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: White collar crime is typically associated with asset theft and financial statement fraud. But more than 40% of fraud cases involve corruption, such as kickbacks, bid rigging, conflicts of interest and extortion, according to a recent study. This article highlights kickbacks and other types of corruption schemes, including ways to identify and prevent them.
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COVID-19 causes upswing in wrongful termination claims
January / February 2021
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Many employers have furloughed or laid off workers during the COVID-19 crisis, causing a surge in wrongful termination cases and other types of employment litigation. Financial experts play a critical role in these cases. This article describes the factors that go into a defensible lost earnings calculation.
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COVID-19 causes upswing in wrongful termination claims
January / February 2021
Newsletter: Valuation & Litigation Briefing / Litigation & Valuation Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Many employers have furloughed or laid off workers during the COVID-19 crisis, causing a surge in wrongful termination cases and other types of employment litigation. Financial experts play a critical role in these cases. This article describes the factors that go into a defensible lost earnings calculation.
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Greening your projects can bring in more green
January / February 2020
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Whether developing commercial or residential projects, tenants and future owners are increasingly prioritizing environmentally friendly features. To avoid falling behind the competition, it’s important to stay on top of the latest sustainable features. This article provides four current trends to consider for current and future building projects.
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Why it’s worth going above and beyond OSHA compliance
Winter 2019
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Most construction businesses take steps to at least meet the minimum qualifications for OSHA compliance. But why should any contractor be satisfied with the bare minimum? This article delivers several reasons why going above and beyond OSHA compliance is well worth the effort.
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To preserve their tax status, associations must observe limits
Winter 2018
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Nonprofit trade associations, or 501(c)(6) organizations, exist to promote their members’ common interests and improve business conditions or “one or more lines of interest.” When they fail to do so, their activities may trigger unrelated business income tax or even threaten the association’s tax-exempt status. This article examines the issue.
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Does a Roth IRA fit into your retirement plan?
July / August 2017
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: A Roth IRA can offer both income and estate tax benefits. However, it’s important to weigh the benefits of each IRA type. This article explains the differences between a Roth and a traditional IRA and details additional Roth benefits.
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Helping soon-to-be retirees understand RMD rules
June / July 2017
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Employees who are approaching retirement age may be unaware of their required minimum distribution (RMD) obligations, which begin at age 70½ for both individual IRAs and 401(k)s. This article summarizes what they need to know for financial and tax-planning purposes.
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Cash flow problems? Tackle receipt and disbursement issues
Winter 2016
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: To prevent budget deficits, nonprofits need to improve cash management, particularly when it comes to billing, receipts and disbursements. This article provides such tips as moving fundraising calendars ahead, correcting billing errors quickly and prioritizing disbursements.
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Defending a claim made under the Equal Pay Act
March / April 2015
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: After a discrimination claim was filed by a female attorney in her employer’s law department, the EEOC began a three-year investigation into the employer’s pay practices. It then filed a complaint, alleging that female and male nonsupervisory attorneys received unequal pay for performing equal work. But, as this article explains, both the district and appeals courts found the EEOC’s claims to be too general in nature. Still, the case indicates why it’s important for employers to maintain detailed job descriptions that account for the differences among their various positions. E.E.O.C. v. Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, No. 13-2705-CV, Sept. 29, 2014 (2nd Cir.)
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They’re back … The required minimum distribution deadline is nearing
February / March 2012
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: While some were hoping for a reprieve from the IRS similar to that in 2009, retirement plan participants must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the 2011 tax year. RMDs are minimum amounts that certain participants must take each year. This article reviews when to start these distributions and how much to distribute.
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Receiving Social Security benefits before full retirement age
January 2012
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: A fully insured individual can start receiving Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62. However, the full benefit will be permanently reduced for each month before the individual reaches his or her full benefit retirement age. This article offers two hypothetical examples of how this works: one discussing the difference in benefits between the two dates, and the other showing how a retired spouse’s benefits increase when his or her mate retires.
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Regaining tax-exempt status
October / November 2011
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Nearly 275,000 not-for-profits lost their tax-exempt status this year because they’d failed to file required annual reports for three consecutive years. This article tells what a nonprofit needs to know if it’s on the revocation list and seeks to re-attain its exempt status. It describes the tax forms and other items it must file and explains that small organizations may be eligible for transitional relief.
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When is a discount for lack of marketability warranted?
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: Whether for purposes of buy-sell agreements, shareholder litigation, marital dissolutions or taxes, business valuations frequently require the application of a discount for lack of marketability (DLOM). This is particularly true when valuing a minority interest. This article outlines the 10 factors Judge David Laro of the U.S. Tax Court has enumerated as important when determining a DLOM and the three general categories they fall into.
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DEALER DIGEST – Making your virtual dealership irresistible
September / October 2008
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 562
Abstract: News items discuss how to make your virtual dealership irresistible and report on auto dealers recently recognized for “going green.”