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Traveling for business in 2024? What’s deductible?
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: For employers and their employees traveling for business this year, there are a number of considerations to keep in mind. Under the tax law, in order to claim deductions, certain requirements for out-of-town business travel within the United States must be met. The rules apply if the business conducted reasonably requires an overnight stay.
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Are you making the most of your 401(k) plan?
May / June 2022
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: One of the smartest ways to save for retirement is to annually max out 401(k) plan contributions. If one’s employer offers matching contributions, it’s advisable to contribute at least enough to qualify for the maximum employer match. However, the timing of one’s contributions can have an impact on eligibility for matching contributions. This article explains the ins and outs of “front-loading” contributions vs. spreading contributions out evenly over the year.
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Any way you slice it – Copyright Act requires domestic infringement
April / May 2021
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: In an opinion hot out of the oven, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit recently weighed in on a case that tested the extraterritorial limits of the federal Copyright Act. Unfortunately for the U.S.-based copyright owner, the court determined that its allegations of infringement fell short of what was necessary to sustain a case against foreign defendants. This article reviews that case and the international reach of the U.S. Copyright Act. IMAPizza, LLC v. At Pizza Ltd., No. 18-7168 (D.C. Cir. July 17, 2020)
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On the road to recovery: 5 ways to boost revenue
November / December 2020
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Dealerships that have suffered declining auto sales during the COVID-19 pandemic might be looking for ways to recover revenue and generate cash flow. This articles offers five suggestions for recouping lost sales.
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Cybersecurity requires an incident response plan
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Law firms have continued to increase their focus on cybersecurity, but, according to the American Bar Association’s (ABA) latest Legal Technology Survey Report, only about one-third of respondents have an incident response plan. As the ABA notes, all attorneys need tailored cybersecurity programs, and incident response is a critical part of such programs. This article looks at how a firm’s response to a data breach will go a long way toward mitigating — or exacerbating — financial and reputational costs.
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Protecting your store from the “inside job” – Strong internal controls will help deter fraud
May / June 2020
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: One of the best ways to mitigate employee fraud and embezzlement at a dealership is to implement a system of strong internal controls. This article spells out must-have controls that every store should have in place, plus other effective control measures.
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The art and science of patient scheduling
Fall 2018
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: How do physicians determine the right amount of time to devote to each patient while limiting wait time? Obviously, efficiency is a goal — but not at the expense of caring for patients. Physicians commonly use one method, or a combination of a few different ones, when setting up patient scheduling in their offices. This article discusses several of these methods and points out that it won’t hurt for physicians to revisit their scheduling method from time to time to help maintain the optimal approach.
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Show them the money – Compensating your managing partners
Summer 2018
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: All law firms have them: the partners who spend the bulk of their practice managing the firm. But if the firm focuses on compensating only rainmakers and large revenue generating partners, they may lose those best qualified for the job. This article reviews how properly compensating partners who perform the seemingly mundane, but critical, work will keep firms running profitably.
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Leave your mark – The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enhances the power of a dynasty trust
May / June 2018
Newsletter: Estate Planner
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: For some, leaving a lasting legacy is a prime objective of their estate plan. A dynasty trust is one vehicle to do so, and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has increased its power with a substantially increased generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax exemption amount. This article discusses how a dynasty trust works and how the GST tax affects their effectiveness.
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Valuing franchises
November / December 2017
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Not all franchises are created equal. This article highlights special considerations when valuing franchises, such as evaluating the risk vs. return, analyzing the franchise agreement and searching for factors that add to or detract from value.
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Consider NQDC plans to boost key employee retirement savings
Fall 2017
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Auto dealer-owners who’re looking for a retention tool for key employees or a way to build their own tax-deferred retirement savings might look into adopting a nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) plan. This article explains how NQDC plans work as well as their benefits, drawbacks and risks.
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Beyond benchmarks – Alternative methods of measuring your portfolio’s results
March / April 2017
Newsletter: Planning for Prosperity / Wealth Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: This article looks at several ways to measure investment portfolio performance. The traditional method is to compare results with those of a relevant market index. But some investors may be better off considering risk-adjusted results or even follow a goals-based approach.
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A strategic undervaluation can come back to bite you
January / February 2016
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Reusing discounted financial projections prepared for transfer tax purposes can backfire in a shareholder dispute. A recent opinion from the Delaware Court of Chancery shows the importance of allowing valuators to arrive at their own independent conclusions. This article discusses the case, in which a corporation mounted an unsuccessful defense against a valuation challenge.
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Shifting sands – Consistency important when handling FMLA leave
November / December 2015
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: An employee requesting FMLA leave puts a high degree of administrative responsibility on an employer. Should the organization later decide to take an adverse action against that employee, its reasons for doing so must be rock solid. This article describes a case in which an employer appeared to build its legal defense on shifting sands and saw the case go to trial because of it.
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Valuing a professional practice – Court prefers excess earnings method in divorce case
May / June 2014
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: Experts on opposing sides commonly rely on different methods when valuing a business. But that doesn’t mean all methods are equally valid. The particular circumstances — including the type of litigation and kind of business — may dictate that one method is preferable to the other. This article discusses one divorce case in which the court found that the excess earnings method was superior to the price-to-revenue method in valuing a dental practice.
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Should royalties end when a patent expires?
Year End 2013
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 616
Abstract: After an inventor sued Marvel Enterprises for patent infringement and breach of a verbal contract in regard to a Spider-Man toy, an agreement was reached — but it had no expiration date. After several disagreements cropped up, the inventor filed a breach of contract action concerning the calculation of royalty payments. But the district court ruled that the royalties ended when the patent expired. The appeals court affirmed the decision, relying on a Supreme Court case known as Brulotte. This article explains why the appeals court felt it applied in this case. Kimble v. Marvel Enterprises, Inc., No. 11-15605, July 16, 2013 (9th Cir.) Brulotte v. Thys Co., No. 20, Nov. 16, 1964 (Supreme Court)