June 21st, 2022
DC Bill Banning Employers from Firing Workers for Marijuana Use Awaits Mayor’s Signature
July 25, 2022, Update: The Cannabis Employment Protections Amendment Act of 2022 has been signed and enacted by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. On June 7, 2022, the Washington, D.C. city council unanimously passed the Cannabis…
June 20th, 2022
Jeff Schwaber Named a 2022 Influential Marylander by The Daily Record
The Daily Record has named Jeff Schwaber, managing partner and chair of Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC litigation department, to its 2022 listing of Influential Marylanders Schwaber is one of 48 Influential Marylanders selected…
June 13th, 2022
My Business Survived COVID, But Will It Survive Me? (5 Initial Considerations for Business Succession Planning)
The recent pandemic ravaged businesses large and small, causing record numbers of closures and financial hardship. The reality check over the last two and a half years has caused many individuals to examine their personal…
June 7th, 2022
In The Media: What you need to know about insuring an electric car
carinsurance.com Stein Sperling’s Fred Balkin Quoted in “What you need to know about insuring an electric car” article on CarInsurance.com. Stein Sperling personal injury attorney Fred Balkin was quoted in carinsurance.com’s guide to insurance rates…
June 1st, 2022
May Federal Tax Update
INDIVIDUALS In Caldwell v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2022-51, the Tax Court concluded that long term disability premiums were paid by the taxpayer’s employer in pre-tax dollars and, accordingly, benefits which went unreported were taxable. In…
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Post-Divorce: Your Roadmap Forward
Join Family Law attorney Kathryn Deckert and Estates attorney John Portnow share the top things to keep in mind when navigating a post-divorce world. Online Form – Post Divorce Your Roadmap Powered by Formstack
May 2nd, 2022
May is Motorcycle Safety Month
In an effort to raise awareness of the dangers and vulnerabilities that motorcycle riders face every day, The National Safety Council designates May as Motorcycle Safety Month. According to the NHTSA a motorcycle rider or…
May 1st, 2022
April Federal Tax Update
INDIVIDUALS In Doherty v. Turner Broadcasting System, 129 AFTR2d 2022-________, a District of Columbia Federal District Court ruled that an employer not only did not willfully file fraudulent tax forms but in fact complied with…
April 28th, 2022
In The Media: Stein Sperling’s Representation Highlighted in Baynet “Battle of Legal Titans” Article
thebaynet.com Stein Sperling’s Representation Highlighted in Baynet “Battle of Legal Titans” Article Stein Sperling commercial litigation attorneys Jeff Schwaber and Judy Cornwell were highlighted for their role as counsel in a complex, multi-party federal trade…
April 22nd, 2022
Top 6 Things You May Want to Consider Before Purchasing an Electric Vehicle Such as a Tesla
With gas prices surging, and no signs of substantial relief any time soon, many consumers are considering giving up their gas-powered cars and purchasing an electric vehicle. Although on the surface this may seem like…
