April 20th, 2018
Stein Sperling Attorneys Interviewed on Tax Reform
Stein Sperling tax attorneys David De Jong and Mark Schweighofer and estates and trusts attorney Steven Widdes were interviewed by Montgomery Community Media, as part of their Small Business Network series, on “The Good, The…
April 1st, 2018
Don’t Forget Your Annual Report and Personal Property Return!
Beginning in 2018, Maryland business owners will no longer be mailed a reminder to file their company’s Annual Report and Personal Property Return on or before April 15 (April 16 this year because April 15…
March 21st, 2018
The Cost of Dying in Maryland
There is an adage – “nothing is certain except death and taxes” – which is particularly applicable to Maryland residents. Although exposure to federal estate taxes has become less of a concern for many1, Maryland…
March 14th, 2018
Representing the Troubled Taxpayer – Handling an “eggshell” audit
What is an “eggshell” audit? An eggshell audit is a civil IRS examination with underlying criminal issues. Representation during an eggshell audit should be limited to: tax controversy attorneys and CPAs under a Kovel agreement…
March 6th, 2018
The Impact of Injuries: What Is Pain and Suffering?
Nothing has gone according to plan. First, you were injured in a car accident that was someone else’s fault. You went to the doctor, but now the insurance company representing the other driver is being…
January 15th, 2018
Maryland’s Admission and Amusement Tax is No Joke
This article was originally published in the January 2018 edition of the Beverage Journal, a wine and spirits industry publication for Maryland for restaurant, tavern, social/private clubs and store owners. Maryland’s Admissions and Amusement Tax is…
December 14th, 2017
Can someone with a criminal record still pursue a personal injury claim?
Having a prior criminal conviction does not mean that you lose the right to be compensated for someone else’s negligence. However, there are a couple of things to keep in mind if you have to…
November 20th, 2017
Your Spouse Has a Right to a Share of Your Estate
Did you know that your surviving spouse has a right to claim a share of your estate upon your death – even if you have a Will providing otherwise? In other words, you may not…
November 6th, 2017
FAQs about Divorce in Maryland: The Marital Home
Can I continue to live in the house with the children after I get divorced? The Court can award a spouse (with residential custody of a minor child) use and possession of the marital home…
October 13th, 2017
Will Call: Does Your Last Will and Testament Measure Up in Maryland, D.C. or Virginia?
Making an annual tradition of reviewing your Last Will and Testament (“Will”) is a wise addition to your yearly financial maintenance and planning activities. This year, when you dust off your Will, it may behoove…
