In this episode Joseph Leocata shares details about the current state of the IRS, trends in tax controversy and what to do if you receive an IRS notice.
On July 1, 2020, Florida adopted the Uniform Commercial Real Estate Receivership Act (UCRERA), establishing comprehensive rules, standards and legal processes for the entire receivership process, from commencement to termination. Generally, the law enhances the court’s authority to appoint receivers to take control, custody and management of property involved in litigation while also expanding receivers’ […]
What comes to mind when you think of money laundering? Perhaps it’s the classic cliché of funneling suitcases of money from illicit activities into legitimate businesses that transact heavily in cash, such as car washes, bars and restaurants, casinos and laundromats? While some instances of money laundering take this form, they often take on more […]
Forensic accountants can be significant assets to attorneys working on various litigation engagements that require specific knowledge of financial reporting, asset valuations and fraud investigations. Following are some examples. Litigation Consulting A forensic accountant can provide counsel in the preliminary stages of litigation with a comprehensive perspective and in-depth overview of estimated damages. This type […]
Individuals and couples often establish trusts as a component of greater estate planning strategies to shield assets from creditors. However, if a couple decides to divorce, many questions can arise over whether the trusts also shield one party from support obligations and whether the trust assets are subject to equitable distribution. While these questions are […]
With football season underway, the NFL and its franchises are gearing up for another display of skill and competition. However, beyond the game itself, the financial landscape surrounding the NFL continues to evolve. With each passing season, NFL teams have seen their values increase to unprecedented levels. For instance, in July 2023, NFL owners unanimously […]
An economic damages case aims to make the plaintiff “whole” again. There are two methods by which damages may be calculated: an appraisal of the value of the business as of the date of loss and a measure of the plaintiff’s loss of profits. What is the correct measure of damages to use in your case? Could […]
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and Thomson Reuters partnered to explore the risks and controls related to business-to-business transactions and relationships. Specifically, the 2023 “Combatting Business-to-Business Fraud: Benchmarking Report” focuses on the risks associated with doing business with new vendors and the use of “know-your-vendor” (KYV) and “know-your-business” (KYB) processes to minimize those […]
While it has been three years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on business valuations and lost profit damages are still being felt today. In fact, many of the challenges from 2020 through 2022 are being litigated in the courts right now. Lingering geopolitical concerns and economic uncertainty have made it increasingly […]
Prenuptial agreements, also referred to as prenups, are commonly entered into to address specific financial aspects of the parties who intend to be married. For individuals remarrying, prenups can clarify what assets, including business assets, will be available to the future spouse and what amount will be set aside for either party’s heirs. Ultimately, the […]