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Former Florida Mayor and Wife Charged with Tax Evasion

Julio Robaina, former mayor of Hialeah, Florida mayor, and his wife, Raiza Villacis Robaina, were recently charged with tax evasion in a Miami federal court, and are expected to turn themselves into the authorities to await further proceedings. The couple was charged with fraud, conspiracy, lying to federal agents, and falsifying documents. Additionally, they were accused […]

Author: Frank L. Brunetti

May 30, 2013

Tax Evasion

Emergency Manager Orr: Detroit Nearing Municipal Bankruptcy

The once-bustling city of Detroit may be weeks from seeking municipal bankruptcy protection, according to the findings of a report from appointed emergency manager Kevin Orr. Orr’s analysis reveals that the city is short of cash and faces the very real risk of running out of funds to maintain city services, pay employees, and fund retirement […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

May 30, 2013

Governor Chris Christie Wary of Social Media Law for NJ Employers

Governor Chris Christie recently issued a conditional veto on proposed legislation that would restrict how employers regulate employees’ use of social media. The Governor characterized the law as over broad, and he offered recommended changes that would make the law less burdensome for employers. As we previously discussed on this Business Law Blog, A-2878 would […]

Author: Gary S. Young

May 30, 2013

New Jersey Business Regulations

Eminem Hits Facebook With Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

Rapper Eminem has brought a lawsuit against social networking giant Facebook and its ad agency Wieden + Kennedy, alleging that the companies used one of his songs in a Facebook Home advertisement without his permission. Eminem is alluding to a 30-second Facebook ad broadcast online in April that seemingly copied music from his 2000 song […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

May 29, 2013

Apple, Tim Cook And Judge Learned Hand

Apple executive Tim Cook was called to testify before Congress on May 21, 2013 regarding its use of Irish subsidiaries and the tax savings that resulted. My initial thought was that, in his opening statement, Mr. Cook should have quoted the distinguished jurist; however, I suspect Apple’s public relations department would have advised him otherwise. […]

Author: James F. McDonough

May 29, 2013

Apple

FBI Seeks to Open Channels of Communication With Businesses Facing Cyber Attacks

As cyber attacks against U.S. companies continue to increase in number and scope, the federal government continues to increase its efforts to build relationships with the private sector. These efforts are part of the Obama Administration’s recent Executive Order to Improve Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity. The EO requires government agencies tasked with policing cyber threats to […]

Author: Fernando M. Pinguelo

May 29, 2013

Business Bankruptcies Declined in 2012 and Q1 of 2013

The number of high-profile corporate bankruptcies that have made national headlines in recent months suggests that business bankruptcies are on the rise. However, a new analysis shows that the opposite is true. According to new research compiled by Credit2B, a Smyyth company that specializes in credit and accounts receivable management technology, business bankruptcy filings fell for […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

May 28, 2013

NJ Business Owner Can’t Be Held Liable After Asking for Help

A New Jersey business owner who asked for help after suspecting something was wrong at his Irvington company cannot be held liable for the deaths of those who volunteered to help him, according to the Supreme Court of New Jersey. The decision in Desir v. Vertus examined the tort law governing premises liability, duties owed […]

Author: Robert E. Levy

May 28, 2013

AICPA Urges IRS to Change Home Office Deduction 'Safe Harbor' Provision

Thousands of business owners run operations directly out of their residence each year, and many reduce their tax liabilities to the Internal Revenue Service by claiming a home office deduction. While the write-off is perfectly legal and valid under federal tax law, home office deductions are also one of the most heavily scrutinized by IRS […]

Author: Frank L. Brunetti

May 27, 2013

Property Owners - Be Careful What You Wish For

In these times of falling property values, many property owners are quick to file tax appeals to reduce their tax burden. Most of these appeals have merit. However, be mindful of the fact that a municipality has the right to file a counterclaim. Also, under certain circumstances, a municipality can argue for an increase in […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

May 25, 2013

Tax Court

Is “Secret” Business Court Coming Back to Delaware?

Many corporations call Delaware home because of its business friendly legal environment. It is an attractive place to incorporate a business, and it can also provide substantial court decision precedents for corporate disputes, making it more predictable as to what a Delaware court may do in deciding a disputed business matter as compared to states […]

Author: Dan Brecher

May 24, 2013

Arbitration

Judge to Determine Whether Corbett's Lawsuit Against the NCAA Should Continue

U.S. District Judge Yvette Kane told Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett that he will make a determination about whether his lawsuit against the NCAA holds merit or warrants dismissal within the coming weeks. Corbett filed a case against the NCAA in January, arguing that the $60 million in fines the conference imposed on Penn State for […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

May 24, 2013

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