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Grammy Award Winner Dionne Warwick Seeks Bankruptcy Protection

Five-time Grammy award winner Dionne Warwick has filed for bankruptcy protection in New Jersey, listing millions in liabilities, much of which is owed to the Internal Revenue Service. The 72-year-old singer is seeking bankruptcy law protection under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code, meaning that many of her debts – though not all – may be […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

April 4, 2013

IRS Agent Invalidates Beavers' Tax Fraud Defense

Alleged Illegal Use of Campaign Funds lead to Tax Fraud Violations The defense strategy of Cook County Commissioner William Beavers took a hit in a federal Chicago courtroom when an Internal Revenue Services agent testified against him in the ongoing tax fraud trial. Beavers is currently facing prosecution for tax law violations which allege that he […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 3, 2013

Supreme Court Issues Key Class-Action Decision

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued a key decision on class-action lawsuits. The case, Standard Fire Insurance Co. v. Knowles, involved the Class Action Fairness Act of 2005 (CAFA), which gives federal district courts original jurisdiction over class actions in which the matter in controversy exceeds $5 million in sum or value. The law aims […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 3, 2013

ObamaCare, the Search for a Marginal Tax Rate and an Unlikely Opportunity

Clients ask tax advisors to compare alternatives by illustrating the net tax effect of the choices available to the client. In order to compute the tax effect, one must assume a certain tax rate to use in the calculation. There are times, such as now, when the choice of a tax rate is not readily […]

Author: James F. McDonough

April 2, 2013

Trustee Objects to $20 Million Payout to American Airlines Executive

American Airlines Executive, Tom Horton to Receive Severance Package? The bankruptcy of American Airlines has culminated in a multi billion-dollar merger between the distressed carrier and US Airways. While the bankruptcy story may have a happy ending for many workers impacted by the proceedings, there are still several loose ends to tie up, and the […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

April 2, 2013

American Airlines

SEC Seeking to Make Punishment Fit the Crime

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will likely undergo a number of significant changes with Mary Jo White at the helm. She has promised to step up enforcement if confirmed as the agency’s new chairwoman. Changes could also be coming to how the SEC punishes securities violations. The agency is reportedly exploring the use of […]

Author: Dan Brecher

April 2, 2013

Growing Number of States Consider Legalizing Sports Gambling

A recent court ruling that barred New Jersey from legalizing sports gambling should have served as a lesson for other states, but many states have become emboldened by the court’s decision and are contemplating allowing sports betting regardless of the ban. For example, Illinois recently announced that it is considering a measure to allow betting […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 1, 2013

IRS Updates Voluntary Worker Classification Settlement Program

The Internal Revenue Service has been cracking down on businesses that misclassify employees as independent contractors. In an effort to urge employers to come forth with this tax law violation without facing heavy penalties, the federal agency has expanded its Voluntary Worker Classification Settlement Program. The expansion is designed to allow more companies to take advantage of […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 1, 2013

Business Tax

Costco Facing IP Lawsuit Over Tiffany Rings

Although the signature little blue box may have been missing, Tiffany and Co. has filed a lawsuit against Costco Wholesale Corp. for selling “counterfeit” engagement rings. The federal lawsuit, currently pending in New York, alleges trademark infringement, dilution, counterfeiting, unfair competition, injury to business reputation, false and deceptive business practices and false advertising. According to […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 1, 2013

Bankrupt Company Leaves Weapons Arsenal

A U.S. Bankruptcy Court is treading carefully on a Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation that will leave behind a large cache of weapons. Seattle-based company Advanced Interactive Systems recently sought bankruptcy law protection under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code. The company owns a number of shooting ranges and also trains security professionals, and as a […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 29, 2013

Chapter 7

Puerto Rico Entices Wealthy Americans With Chance to Avoid IRS Scrutiny

Puerto Rico is categorized as an unincorporated territory of the United States, and this designation has facilitated its current efforts in appealing to wealthy Americans and corporations. The small island has launched a campaign encouraging wealthy individuals to relocate to shield future income from the Internal Revenue Service without giving up their passports, according to Bloomberg […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

March 29, 2013

Detroit to Appoint an Emergency Manager

Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder announced Thursday at a news conference in Detroit that he was committed to sending an emergency manager to oversee Detroit’s finances as the city struggles to avoid seeking bankruptcy law protection under Chapter 9 of the Bankruptcy Code. Snyder will recommend the appointment of bankruptcy lawyer Kevyn Orr as the emergency […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 28, 2013

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