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Shifting gears: Tax law changes turn estate planning on its head
September / October 2014
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 981
Abstract: Recent tax law changes demand new approaches to estate planning. Given the increased estate tax exemption and lower tax rate, traditional strategies, which focus on minimizing estate taxes, may no longer be relevant. In fact, they may result in unnecessary income taxes. This article explains the advantages and disadvantages of keeping assets in one’s estate, noting that an estate defective trust might provide the best of both worlds. A sidebar looks at higher taxes that now exist for top earners.
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Absolutely crust fallen – Court blocks trade secret defendant from new job
Year End 2010
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 981
Abstract: As long as a departing employee isn’t bound by a noncompete agreement, he or she is free to work wherever he or she chooses, right? Not according to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. v. Botticella. This article elaborates on the details.
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Year end tax planning in uncertain times
September / October 2009
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 981
Abstract: In today’s uncertain economic times, with potential tax law changes on the horizon, tax planning can be a challenge. Between now and year end, it’s important to monitor your financial situation closely, keep an eye on Congressional developments and work with your tax advisor to devise a tax plan based on your best guess as to what the future holds. With that in mind, this article explores strategies that may work for your financial situation.