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Understanding the CFTC Oversight Over Virtual Currency

Since They Are Considered Commodities, the CTFC Has Oversight Over Virtual Currencies Under the Commodity Exchange Act The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) isn’t the only federal agency flexing its regulatory muscle in response to the explosive growth of virtual currencies, such as bitcoin. Because virtual currencies are considered commodities, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s […]

Author: Dan Brecher

January 30, 2018

Bitcoin

Four Key Elements of the Music Modernization Act

Rep. Doug Collins Recently Introduced the Music Modernization Act (H.R. 4706) Late last month, Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) introduced the Music Modernization Act (H.R. 4706) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill represents the largest proposed overhaul of U.S. copyright law governing music licensing in more than two decades. “I introduced the Music Modernization […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 29, 2018

Top Six New York Start-up Tips

Getting A New York Start-up Company Off the Ground is No Easy Task Getting a New York start-up company off the ground can be a challenging task. In fact, 8 out of 10 entrepreneurs who start a business fail within the first 18 months. Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Corporate Transactions & Business Practice Group regularly works with […]

Author: Dan Brecher

January 26, 2018

Federal Circuit Opens the Door to Scandalous Trademarks

Federal Circuit Held That Bar On Registering Scandalous Trademarks is Unconstitutional The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently held that the federal bar on registering immoral or scandalous trademarks is unconstitutional. The decision follows the U.S. Supreme Court’s similar ruling with respect to “offensive” trademarks. Under the Lanham Act, the U.S. Patent and […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 25, 2018

Partner Paul Lieberman Quoted in ACA Insights Regarding SEC Compliance

Advisory firms may want to more closely adhere to a culture of compliance because in doing so, they may be more likely to satisfy SEC requirements and head off potential enforcement actions. This is especially relevant in the wake of a January 3 settlement with an advisory firm, LKL Investment Counsel and Mark Love, its […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 24, 2018

IRS is Cracking Down on Virtual Currency Tax Evaders

As Part of its Ongoing Effort to Crack Down on Tax Evaders in the World of Virtual Currency, IRS is Requiring Coinbase To Turn Over Customer Account Information Coinbase, one of the country’s largest exchanges for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, must turn over the account information of more than 14,000 customers to the Internal Revenue Service […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 24, 2018

Five Conclusions from SEC Chair's Latest Statement on ICOs

SEC Chair Jay Clayton Recently Issued Public Statement on ICOs Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Jay Clayton recently issued a public statement on bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. He also addressed companies’ use of initial coin offerings (ICOs) to raise capital. While the SEC’s latest warning does not create any new guidelines, it does highlight […]

Author: Dan Brecher

January 24, 2018

IRS Notice of Deficiency Ruled Untimely in Win for Scarinci Hollenbeck Client

IRS Notice of Deficiency Ruled Untimely in Win for Scarinci Hollenbeck Client In Mehrdad Rafizadeh v. Commissioner, the U.S. Tax Court granted summary judgment for the taxpayer, holding the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) deficiency notice was untimely. The court specifically held that the IRS could not rely on the six-year statute of limitations set forth in Internal […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 23, 2018

Apply for a Marijuana Dispensary License for Recreational Use in New Jersey

NJ Businesses May Not Yet Apply For a Recreational Use Marijuana Dispensary License, However, It Is Not Too Soon To Prepare For the Process New Jersey businesses may not yet apply for a recreational use marijuana dispensary license. However, it is not too soon to start preparing for the process. Sen. Nicolas Scutari’s proposed legislation […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

January 23, 2018

Guidance on Working Capital in M&A Transactions

Since Working Capital Adjustments In Merger & Acquisition Transactions Are Very Common. It Is Important To Understand How They Work. Given that working capital adjustments are very common in merger and acquisition transactions, it is important to understand how they work and how they could impact your deals. In basic terms, working capital is the difference between […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

January 22, 2018

New Leadership Pronounces SEC Enforcement Priorities

The New Leadership of the SEC’s Enforcement Division Recently Laid Out Its Enforcement Priorities for 2018 The new leadership of the Enforcement Division of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently laid out its priorities for the upcoming year and beyond. The agency’s primary focus will be on cybersecurity, retail investors and accountability for individuals. […]

Author: Kenneth C. Oh

January 19, 2018

SEC Enforcement Actions Sharply Declined

SEC Enforcement Actions Against Public Companies & Subsidiaries Decreased By 33% In the Fiscal Year 2017 With the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appearing to be focusing more intensely on public company report filings and on misdeeds of investment advisors, other aspects of the securities markets are now receiving less attention under the Trump Administration, […]

Author: Dan Brecher

January 19, 2018

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