For some attorneys, there is no substitute for practising in a boutique, where they say the quality of the work, training and personal attention to their career development is unparalleled. Big Law is making strides in trying to improve the experience for young lawyers who are demanding a better work-life balance. Longer parental leave, unlimited […]
When Laidlaw International Inc. found out that a grand jury was investigating the company for allegedly submitting fraudulent invoices to a local government, it arranged for counsel for the three employees that were the primary targets of the investigation. In addition, the bus and transit company engaged the fourth attorney to represent former employees and existing staff members who […]
U.S. companies that entered into qualified cost-sharing arrangements (CSAs) with foreign affiliates may soon find themselves in the audit hot seat, as the IRS has officially re-opened the door to examinations of stockbased compensation in CSA structures. The decision, announced in a memo to IRS Large Business & International Division employees that was posted to […]
As you already know, public relations professionals can help your company get publicity about the products or services you provide. But a good public relations program can also help your company avoid litigation in the future. Here are four ways that first-rate PR can provide protection: 1. It can help manage media relations during a crisis situation. Let’s […]
The news of another massive online data breach may make you feel powerless to safeguard your financial privacy. But you can take some concrete steps to protect yourself in the aftermath of the recent Capital One case, as well as other breaches. “If you needed yet another nudge to start keeping an eye on your credit […]
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Does your son or daughter work during the summer or school year? A part-time job can be a great way for your child to learn about financial responsibility. It can also teach a valuable lesson about owing taxes. In addition to explaining why the government takes money from kids’ paychecks, parents may need to help their […]
In today’s complex world, every business owner should have a basic understanding of patents. Without this knowledge, you can’t protect your company’s inventions or defend yourself from lawsuits from other firms. U.S. patents date back to the Constitution, where it says Congress can secure “for limited times to … inventors the exclusive right to their […]
Your company needs an employee handbook or personnel manual to ensure that everyone understands the policies, procedures and rules. But if the handbook is improperly drawn, it can create a binding obligation that could prompt litigation. When you are crafting your company’s employee documents, keep in mind that you don’t want them to be interpreted as an […]
Despite expressing concerns about the measure at the time, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law on June 17, 2019, a bill that creates new disclosure requirements for certain groups seeking to influence elections and government actions in New Jersey. The new law now faces a First Amendment challenge from the conservative advocacy group […]
The Firm mourns the passing of Mortimer M. Caplin, co-founder of Caplin & Drysdale. Mr. Caplin passed away on Monday, July 15, 2019, just four days after his 103rd birthday. He died peacefully in his home. Mr. Caplin lived a remarkable twentieth-century life, spanning the decades from his action as a beach master with the […]
IRS Criminal Investigation Chief Don Fort recently announced that details on new criminal tax cases involving cryptocurrency will be publicized soon. This news should come as no surprise to those following cryptocurrency developments since Coinbase informed approximately 13,000 of its customers in February 2018 that it was providing the IRS with their taxpayer ID, name, […]
