October 1st, 2023
September Federal Tax Updates
INDIVIDUALS In Johnson v. United States, 132 AFTR2d 2023-________, a South Carolina Federal District Court determined that a couple’s loss of $180,000, when the real estate market crashed and they could not be repaid the…
September 26th, 2023
The Daily Record Names Stein Sperling an Empowering Women Award Recipient
The Daily Record has named Stein Sperling as a recipient of a 2023 Empowering Women Award. The inaugural award recognizes companies and organizations that show a strong commitment to supporting and elevating women in Maryland.…
September 20th, 2023
Changes to the Virginia Underinsured Motorist Auto Insurance Coverage
As of July 1, 2023, Virginia has update the existing Uninsured Motorist laws with important and incredibly beneficial changes for drivers insured in the state. The change makes the full amount of the coverage that…
September 13th, 2023
Stein Sperling Included in Bethesda Magazine’s Top Places to Work
Stein Sperling is thrilled to announce its continued recognition from Bethesda Magazine as one of the region’s “Top Places to Work,” for the third consecutive year in 2023. This prestigious distinction marks our enduring commitment…
September 6th, 2023
Legally Speaking with Aron Benjamin: Succession Secrets: Plotting Your Organization’s Future
In this episode of Legally Speaking with Aron Benjamin, business law attorney Andrew Schwartz discusses all the factors that go into identifying the best succession plan for your business.
September 1st, 2023
August Federal Tax Updates
INDIVIDUALS Proposed Regulations under Code Section 6011 would cause Monetized Installment Sale Transactions to be considered as Listed Transactions which must be disclosed; monetized transactions are installment sales involving an intermediary where the seller receives…
August 29th, 2023
Your Guide to Divorce Law Changes in Maryland
On October 1 2023, Maryland will become one of 40 states that allow divorce on the grounds of “irreconcilable differences”. Stein Sperling family law attorneys Sondra Douglas and Rama Taib-Lopez discuss the implications.
August 28th, 2023
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Why It’s More Important Than Ever
This past week, many local media outlets ran a story that auto insurance rates are steadily increasing. In fact, many consumers are noticing renewal auto premiums have increased by as much as 20%- 50%, with…
August 25th, 2023
Rethinking the Romance: Why August Is a Top Month for Divorce Filings
August is one of the top months to say “I don’t.” According to a study out of the University of Washington, divorce rates consistently peak toward the end of the summer, specifically in August. Spouses…
August 22nd, 2023
Mastering Your Estate Plan: Four Key Dos and Don’ts
If you’re reading this, there is still time to take part in Make a Will Month. Post beach, pre back-to-school, August is a great time to catch up on the project nearly everyone loves to…