July 15th, 2025
NEW TAX ALERT – Maryland Adds 3% Sales Tax to Tech Services
On July 1st, Maryland’s first in the nation Tech Tax took effect. The tax imposes a new 3% levy on a variety of tech services, such as cloud computing, web hosting, e-magazines, software publishing, IT…
July 9th, 2025
Highlights of the Tax Provisions of OBBB Act
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB), marking one of the most significant tax reforms in recent years. The sweeping changes to the federal tax code…
July 7th, 2025
June Federal Tax Update
INDIVIDUALS In Beaverdam Creek Holdings v. Commissioner TC Memo 2025-53, the Tax Court concluded that a partnership had claimed a conservation easement based on a “preposterous” financial model and allowed a deduction of about $193,000…
June 17th, 2025
The State of Recreational Cannabis Regulation in the DMV
While cannabis is still classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act, making it illegal at the Federal level, many states have enacted or proposed regulatory schemes governing the use, possession, cultivation,…
June 12th, 2025
Virginia Expands “Covenant Not to Compete” Restrictions
Employers in Virginia who are currently using or planning on using restrictive covenant provisions in their employment contracts will have to update their contracts and policies come July 1, 2025. Virginia has amended its non-compete…
June 11th, 2025
May Federal Tax Update
INDIVIDUALS In Stevens v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2025-45, the Tax Court concluded that a $34.2 million tax deduction for an interest accrual on a “loan” arrangement to offset a business sale for $36.2 million was…
June 4th, 2025
Doorbell Camera Footage Can Be Evidence in a Divorce Case Here Is What to Know
In the age of smart homes and always-on surveillance, recordings from devices like Ring doorbells, nanny cams, and voice assistants are increasingly being introduced as evidence in divorce and custody cases. While these recordings are…
May 29th, 2025
Maryland Online Data Privacy Act
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024 (MODPA) will significantly impact many Maryland businesses when it goes into effect on October 1, 2025. Here’s what businesses need to understand: What is MODPA MODPA gives…
May 8th, 2025
April Federal Tax Update
INDIVIDUALS In Zajac v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2025-33, the Tax Court found that one-half of a $35,001 settlement for the taxpayer’s arrest and incarceration for allegedly beating his wife which charges were dropped when not…
May 6th, 2025
National Small Business Week: Legal Essentials Checklist
During National Small Business Week, we recognize the critical role entrepreneurs and small business owners play in our economy. You are the innovators and contributors in your local community – your business deserves the strongest…
