April 15th, 2024
To Be Blunt: The Dormant Commerce Clause Held To Not Apply to Maryland’s Social Equity Cannabis Licensing Scheme
The below information is provided as an update on an important issue developing with respect to Maryland’s cannabis industry. However, if you are interested in starting a cannabis-related business or providing ancillary services to a…
April 9th, 2024
Podcast: David De Jong Talks About Tax Implications of Catching a Record-Breaking Baseball
As the Major League Baseball season kicks off, tax attorney David De Jong shares insights with Money Life with Chuck Jaffe on what you have to consider from the tax perspective if you’re fortunate enough…
April 9th, 2024
Small, Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses May be Missing out on Maryland Contract Opportunities
Maryland’s Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Programs aim to connect small, minority- and women-owned businesses to Maryland contracting and procurement opportunities. In addition to enhancing your business’ visibility, obtaining a MBE…
April 1st, 2024
March Federal Tax Updates
INDIVIDUALS In State of New Jersey v. Mnuchin, 133 AFTR2d 2024-________, a New York Federal District Court upheld an IRS Regulation nixing a “workaround” to the $10,000 state and local tax deduction maximum; the method…
April 1st, 2024
Estate Planning Jitters? You Asked, We Answered During This Key Month!
Why Do I Need a Will (or any estate planning for that matter)? First and foremost, you want to remain in control of your final dispositive wishes. If you die without a Will, you will die “intestate.” Dying intestate…
March 21st, 2024
Employment Law Update
Employers in the Maryland and D.C. areas should be aware of several recent legal updates that will impact employees. Employers should take note of the dates these laws go into effect and evaluate whether any…
March 6th, 2024
Blueprint for Progress: Spotlight on Women in Construction
The construction industry, long dominated by men, is undergoing a significant shift as more women break barriers, paving the path for future generations. As we mark Women in Construction Week from March 5 to March…
March 1st, 2024
February Federal Tax Updates
INDIVIDUALS In Turner v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2024-20, the Tax Court held that a grandparent was not eligible to claim head of household status or to receive the earned income credit despite year-round support inasmuch…
February 27th, 2024
Dos and Don’ts of Co-Parenting
Effective co-parenting involves navigating a delicate balance between shared responsibilities and respectful communication, all while dealing with some strong emotions. Open and honest communication becomes a crucial ally, with conversations focusing on your child’s continued…
February 11th, 2024
Winning the Heart of a Business Owner
As the season of love approaches, there will be many love letters making the rounds, but the “Be Mine” message that matters most to a business owner or an interested buyer courting the business owner’s…