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  • Do you have questions about guardianship?

    August / September 2019
    Newsletter: Insight on Estate Planning

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: Parents of a newborn or toddler may be thinking about naming a guardian for their child. This can be a difficult decision, especially if a person has a plethora of choices or, on the other hand, has no one he or she can trust. Or perhaps a person is planning to petition a court for guardianship of a child. In either event, it’s important to adhere to the legal principles under state and local law. This article provides answers to common questions regarding guardianship.

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  • How gender stereotypes contribute to sexual orientation discrimination

    July / August 2018
    Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: An employee was fired for alleged misconduct with a female client. However, he claimed he was really fired because he was gay. To show that this termination was actionable under Title VII, he had to argue before the Second Circuit that discrimination based on sexual orientation is a form of sex discrimination. This article explores the issues, including related Supreme Court rulings. Zarda v. Altitude Express, Inc., No. 15-3775, Feb. 26, 2018 (2nd Cir.)

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  • Why job duties should line up with titles and salaries

    July / August 2016
    Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: In Jaburek v. Foxx, the Seventh Circuit considered discrimination and retaliation claims under Title VII and the Equal Pay Act. As this article relates, a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employee claimed gender and national origin discrimination because she was paid less than other employees who did the same work and wasn’t promoted. Although the court found in the FAA’s favor, this article urges employers to ensure that workers’ job duties match their titles and pay grades. Jaburek v. Foxx, No. 15-2165, Jan. 13, 2016 (7th Cir.)

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  • How to shrink taxes on your investments in 2014

    Spring 2014
    Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: Besides keeping an eye on how investments are performing, it’s also important to develop a strategy for minimizing taxes on those investments this year. This article takes a look at how it may be desirable to hold investments long term; reduce net capital gains to minimize liability for the net investment income tax; sell poor-performing investments at a loss; and deduct losses in a traditional IRA.

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  • Origination blues — Giving partners credit where credit is due

    Winter 2012
    Newsletter: Law Firm Management

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: Client origination has long been considered one of a partner’s core responsibilities. But disagreements can arise when one partner claims origination credit for bringing a client through the door, another for growing the client’s account and a third for performing most of the client’s legal work. This article explains that firms need to take up the recognition question as they grow, especially if partners are squabbling — or worse, leaving — because they don’t feel they’re getting the credit they deserve.

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  • Filing for bankruptcy may keep the tax collector at bay

    March / April 2011
    Newsletter: Tax Impact

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: There’s a common misconception that bankruptcy can never be used to wipe out tax debts. In fact, tax liabilities that meet certain requirements can be discharged in bankruptcy. This article offers a brief introduction to bankruptcy’s impact on taxes. It looks at the different kinds of bankruptcy, what taxes are dischargeable, and alternatives to bankruptcy.

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  • Are you up to speed on sample medication management?

    Fall 2009
    Newsletter: Vital Signs

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: Physician practices that distribute sample medication need to have policies and procedures that guarantee medication safety to its patients and staff. Insurance carriers and auditing entities will review practice manuals and logs to determine whether an office is following appropriate medical management procedures. There are a number of specific policies a practice should implement to meet this challenge, and some pharmaceutical companies also offer programs that can help.

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  • How nonprofit watchdogs rate your organization

    Summer 2009
    Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: Watchdog organizations that patrol nonprofits have been around for several years, and you probably know that they aim to make available information on charities’ financial health to benefit donors and funders. But do you know how they evaluate nonprofits like yours? This article takes a look at criteria studied by two of the leading organizations: Charity Navigator and the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.

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  • Maximize profits: Fire some customers

    Winter 2008
    Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 746

    Abstract: It may seem counterintuitive for a business to not try to keep every single customer possible. But every customer isn’t worth keeping. This article explains how to determine individual customer profitability so a company can “fire” those that are dragging down operations and the bottom line. (Updated 6/10/12)

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  • Location, location, location – How a new one might save your company taxes

    Winter 2008
    Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

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    Abstract: When purchasing real estate, where you locate can save you a bundle in taxes — if you know what to look for. This article looks into not only federal tax incentives available through locating in an empowerment zone or renewal community, but also economic incentives at the local level. Plus, it explains how a Section 179 expensing election can help you save big tax dollars when you purchase personal property for use in an empowerment zone. A sidebar discusses other tax breaks available through the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006.

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