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Robert W. Wood

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Univ of Chicago Law School



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Income tax considerations in estate planning: Part 2 Wills, Estates & Trusts, Tax May 5, 2025
Income tax considerations in estate planning: Part 1 Wills, Estates & Trusts, Tax May 2, 2025
Insurance payments, bad faith claims and taxes Tax, LA Fires, Insurance Apr. 22, 2025
Trump repeals crypto reporting rule: What it means for IRS tax compliance and privacy Tax, Securities Apr. 16, 2025
How to fix IRS Form 1099 reporting errors Tax Mar. 5, 2025
IRS Forms 1099 for lawsuit settlements often total 200% of the payment Tax Feb. 19, 2025
Why your IRS audit period might be longer than you think Tax Feb. 7, 2025
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuits have tax aspects, too Tax Jan. 28, 2025
Tax triage for LA fire victims Tax, LA Fires Jan. 24, 2025
Every year-end is taxing Tax Dec. 23, 2024
Many 2020-2025 wildfire settlements to be retroactively tax-free Tax Dec. 12, 2024
Exempting sexual abuse and assault recoveries from tax is overdue Tax, Alternative Dispute Resolution Dec. 5, 2024
Tax changes are just around the corner, but what will they be? Tax Nov. 25, 2024
Navigating litigation funding requires a thorough and careful tax strategy Tax Nov. 11, 2024
Do lawyers need to send IRS Forms 1099 to their own clients? Here's why not Tax, Ethics/Professional Responsibility Nov. 1, 2024
Upcoming tax changes could hit Californians harder than most Tax Oct. 16, 2024
Settlement agreements without tax language ask for trouble Tax Sep. 24, 2024
If Harris wins, will unrealized capital gain be taxed? Tax Sep. 16, 2024
FAQs about IRS Form 1099 Tax Sep. 6, 2024
Kamala Harris' tax proposals: Will they raise taxes for the rich or the middle class? Tax Aug. 23, 2024
PTSD can reduce settlement tax - but not always Tax Aug. 7, 2024
The perils of handling your own tax audit or dispute Tax Jul. 18, 2024
Must you amend your tax return? Tax Jul. 10, 2024
Which is better tax-wise, selling or giving to charity? Tax Jun. 14, 2024
An expert witness on taxes? Tax Jun. 7, 2024
Biden’s proposed tax increases will hurt, especially in California Tax May 15, 2024
Keeping track of crypto tax matters is complex and important Tax May 1, 2024
In an IRS audit, if you don’t have receipts here’s a workaround Tax Apr. 19, 2024
IRS Form 1099 playbook Tax Apr. 3, 2024
The surprisingly important ‘yes or no’ question about crypto on your tax return Tax Mar. 26, 2024
Do tax issues impact mediations? Tax Mar. 18, 2024
How 1031 exchanges work, including controversial drop and swap exchanges Tax Feb. 27, 2024
Senate could keep fire victims from getting burned – twice Tax Feb. 14, 2024
Are trusts tax-saving, tax-neutral or risky? Tax Jan. 23, 2024
California can tax you, even if you never set foot in California Tax Jan. 16, 2024
Can anyone emulate Ohtani's $700M LA Dodgers tax dodge? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Dec. 29, 2023
Tax lessons from Hunter Biden Tax Dec. 19, 2023
If you are married, should you always file taxes jointly? Tax Dec. 7, 2023
Is settling now, payment in January constructive receipt? Tax, Law Practice Nov. 21, 2023
Is this week’s IRS extension a double mulligan? Tax Oct. 20, 2023
Even landlord tenant settlements have tax issues Tax, Real Estate/Development Oct. 9, 2023
Employee retention credits prompt IRS audits Tax, Labor/Employment Sep. 27, 2023
What you should know about new crypto reporting rules Tax Sep. 12, 2023
Can you avoid California tax without moving? Not anymore Tax Aug. 29, 2023
Taxing disability pay and settlements Tax Aug. 14, 2023
Tax missteps if you leave California Tax Jul. 21, 2023
Navigating California tax disputes Tax Jun. 23, 2023
Your debt was canceled, but now you have taxable income Tax Jun. 12, 2023
Sell stock at a big gain but pay no tax? Tax May 25, 2023
Taxing insurance bad faith recoveries Tax, Insurance May 3, 2023
Good news, you found something valuable. Bad News, IRS will tax it Tax Apr. 14, 2023
Wildfire victims wait years for settlements, then face IRS taxes Tax Apr. 4, 2023
Leave California taxes, don’t worry, be happy? Tax Mar. 21, 2023
IRS extends deadlines for taxpayers in California disaster areas Tax Mar. 8, 2023
IRS rules California middle class tax refunds are not taxable Tax Feb. 16, 2023
“Reasonable cause” avoids IRS penalties Tax Jan. 26, 2023
IRS targets structured fee tax deferrals for plaintiff lawyers Tax Jan. 11, 2023
IRS Forms 1099 are coming and 1099-NEC means extra taxes Tax Dec. 29, 2022
Should you get a tax opinion before filing taxes or only if audited? Tax Dec. 14, 2022
How IRS taxes employment settlements Tax, Labor/Employment Nov. 29, 2022
Tax wise, should you settle cases in 2022 or 2023? Tax Nov. 17, 2022
California gives PG&E & Edison fire victims tax breaks Tax Oct. 31, 2022
These three tax rules are simple Tax Oct. 17, 2022
IRS Form W-9 requests and backup tax withholding Tax Oct. 7, 2022
Skip a form, IRS can audit you forever Tax Sep. 26, 2022
IRS audit worries grow Tax, Government Sep. 15, 2022
IRS may compromise tax debts, even if you’re a celebrity Tax, Entertainment & Sports Aug. 29, 2022
Wildfire settlement tax issues are tricky Tax, Insurance Aug. 18, 2022
Sexual harassment settlements and confidentiality Litigation & Arbitration, Contracts Aug. 10, 2022
Twitter, Elon Musk, $1 billion fee and taxes Tax Aug. 8, 2022
Pay California tax even if you never set foot in the Golden State Tax Jul. 29, 2022
Settlements and taxation Letters Jul. 26, 2022
Live abroad, file tax returns and pay the IRS at home? Tax Jul. 21, 2022
Taxing confidentiality in settlements, another view Tax, Letters Jul. 19, 2022
Big IRS penalties even for non-willful violations? Tax Jul. 13, 2022
Handling employment settlement tax issues Tax, Labor/Employment Jul. 7, 2022
What lawyers should know about IRS Form 1099 Tax Jul. 5, 2022
Who Says Taxes Aren’t Fun? Tax Jul. 1, 2022
Can you exchange out of California real estate without paying taxes? Tax Jun. 23, 2022
‘Chrisley Knows Best’ couple is convicted, tips to steer clear Tax Jun. 17, 2022
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard face taxes too Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jun. 10, 2022
‘Pay me tomorrow’ may not defer tax on lawyers Tax, Law Practice, Appellate Practice Jun. 7, 2022
Make lemonade, Crypto loss means IRS tax loss Tax, Banking May 25, 2022
When is your tax return filed? 9th Circuit tax win helps Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals May 24, 2022
Tax fire victims? Unless the law is changed, yes Tax May 19, 2022
Biden Proposes Numerous Tax Increases Tax, Real Estate/Development May 11, 2022
Tax problems for Johnny Depp & Amber Heard? Tax May 10, 2022
Should lawyers fear IRS Forms 1099 for ‘gross proceeds?’ Tax May 5, 2022
Dear IRS, sorry, I don’t have receipts Tax May 2, 2022
You don’t pay income tax on ‘gifts,’ but be careful! Tax Apr. 22, 2022
Taxing unrealized gains: Biden proposal would do just that Tax Apr. 21, 2022
Can the IRS collect tax on crypto if you don’t own it? Tax, Banking Apr. 12, 2022
A slap can have tax consequences Tax Apr. 7, 2022
The Oscars are over, but swag bags spotted on the red carpet must be reported to Uncle Sam Tax, Entertainment & Sports Apr. 1, 2022
Annoyance of the IRS is natural, but is it worth the fight? Tax Mar. 31, 2022
Don’t miss April 18 tax day, here’s why Tax Mar. 29, 2022
Yes or no? Answering the IRS question on your tax return Technology, Tax Mar. 25, 2022
No IRS SOL on audit? How can this be? Tax Mar. 21, 2022
Will wealth tax overtake California’s 13.3% income tax? Tax Mar. 15, 2022
IRS Form 1099 and lawyers: What, me worry? Tax, Law Practice Feb. 18, 2022
New way to write off legal fees on your taxes Tax, Law Practice Feb. 17, 2022
Tax return due date, April 15 or October 15? Tax Feb. 14, 2022
Bruce Springsteen, Boss Tax Lawyer? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jan. 20, 2022
Yes, even celebrities have to pay taxes Tax Dec. 15, 2021
Will the IRS even know whether you received a Form 1099? Tax, Law Practice Dec. 1, 2021
Taxing those controversial border legal settlements Tax, Immigration Nov. 26, 2021
Fines for vaccine-mandate violation: Tax deductible? Tax, Labor/Employment, Health Care & Hospital Law Nov. 22, 2021
Steer clear of legal settlement tax myths Tax, Law Practice Nov. 11, 2021
As IRS pursues crypto, some tax theories may surprise you Technology, Tax Nov. 5, 2021
Tax-free physical sickness or taxable emotional distress? Tax, Civil Litigation Nov. 3, 2021
Another settlement taxed because of a poor settlement agreement Tax, Law Practice Oct. 21, 2021
IRS tax on legal settlement agreement? Watch your wording. Tax Oct. 8, 2021
California taxes can trip you up coming and going Tax Oct. 4, 2021
California tax disputes are worse than IRS Tax Sep. 27, 2021
Biden’s retroactive 43.3% capital gains tax hike looms Tax, Corporate Sep. 17, 2021
Taxing college athlete name, image and likeness deals Tax, Entertainment & Sports Sep. 15, 2021
Tax on law firm loans? The strange case of David Novoselsky Tax, Law Practice Sep. 1, 2021
Taxing sexual abuse and harassment settlements Tax Aug. 18, 2021
Lasting tax lessons from Michael Jackson’s multiple legal battles Tax Aug. 13, 2021
Qualified settlement funds have become important dispute resolution vehicles Tax Aug. 11, 2021
Taxing Chef Mario Batali’s sexual harassment settlement Tax Aug. 4, 2021
Can IRS collect penalties even post-death? You bet Tax, Probate Jul. 30, 2021
Are Plan B Passports a real donation or a purchase of citizenship? Tax Jul. 28, 2021
Taxing the Kardashians’ recovery in recent IP infringement lawsuit Tax, Intellectual Property, Entertainment & Sports, Civil Litigation Jul. 20, 2021
How long is your exposure to an IRS or California tax audit? Tax Jul. 12, 2021
IRS says more cryptocurrency transactions are taxable Technology, Tax Jun. 30, 2021
You stole my pension money — pay up, taxes too Tax Jun. 23, 2021
When it come to taxes, the cover-up can be worse than the crime Tax Jun. 21, 2021
Much higher capital gain rates are aleady in effect, any good news? Tax, Government Jun. 15, 2021
The California Taxman Cometh: Impact, Complying, and Avoiding Tax Jun. 11, 2021
Treasury may publish rules for reporting cryptocurrency transactions Technology, Tax Jun. 8, 2021
Litigation funding now, taxes later, why not? Tax, Law Practice Jun. 2, 2021
Bill could make California tax rates could go higher… again Tax May 20, 2021
As the settlement spigot reopens, consider structured legal fees Tax, Law Practice Apr. 28, 2021
Taxing legal settlements, legal malpractice and more Tax, Law Practice Apr. 21, 2021
IRS’s hunt for cryptocurrency tax cheats heats up Tax Apr. 13, 2021
Navigating lemon law and consumer settlement tax issues Tax Mar. 31, 2021
Tax Day Was Extended to May 17, Extend to October to Cut Audit Risk? Tax Mar. 23, 2021
Guidance for navigating legal settlements, legal fees and estimated taxes Tax, Law Practice Mar. 8, 2021
Independent contractors puzzle over new IRS Form 1099-NEC Tax Feb. 22, 2021
Tax rules that every lawyer in California should know Tax, Law Practice Feb. 4, 2021
Capital gains in patent cases: When is a recovery not taxed as ordinary income? Tax, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation Jan. 26, 2021
Proposition 19 brings new rules for retaining assessed value Tax, Real Estate/Development Jan. 15, 2021
The ins and outs of taxing legal malpractice settlements Tax, Law Practice Jan. 4, 2021
Expenses with PPP loans can be written off Tax, Labor/Employment Dec. 31, 2020
Year-end invoices, payments and tax deferral, oh my! A guide for lawyers Tax, Law Practice Dec. 10, 2020
If you receive a request for an IRS Form W-9, what should you say? Tax, Law Practice Nov. 27, 2020
Lawyers, settlements and taxes Tax, Law Practice Nov. 19, 2020
What state taxes apply when you’re stuck in (or out) of state during COVID? Tax, Covid Columns Nov. 17, 2020
When are taxes in California too much — even for rock stars? Tax Nov. 13, 2020
Biden presidency could mean big changes for taxes on death Tax Nov. 10, 2020
Goldman Sachs pay clawbacks raise some thorny tax issues Tax Nov. 4, 2020
Sometimes, legal settlements are taxed as capital gain Tax, Law Practice Oct. 30, 2020
Robert Brockman’s $2B tax evasion case has some simple lessons Tax, Criminal Oct. 27, 2020
Remember, IRS taxes most settlements, exact wording matters Tax, Law Practice Oct. 23, 2020
Choice of entity dynamics for businesses could change yet again Tax, Corporate Oct. 21, 2020
John McAfee’s indictment for tax evasion: A guide for ordinary taxpayers Tax, Criminal Oct. 15, 2020
Finding something valuable can lead to tax woes Tax Oct. 7, 2020
IRS waives penalties for reasonable cause, but what’s that? Tax Sep. 2, 2020
Not all employment plaintiffs can deduct fees Tax, Labor/Employment, Civil Litigation Aug. 28, 2020
Five things for lawyers to know about tax planning during COVID-19 Tax Aug. 25, 2020
Appellate court slashed award in Round up case; now for the tax bill Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 17, 2020
More cryptocurrency tax worries? IRS now has training for auditors Tax Aug. 14, 2020
Tax return disclosures and why taxpayers should consider them Tax Jul. 16, 2020
9th Circuit: Tax filing sent via FedEx didn’t qualify for mailbox rule Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Jun. 24, 2020
IRS taxes most loan forgiveness, beware exceptions Tax Jun. 22, 2020
This year taxes are not due until July 15, but should you extend? Tax Jun. 16, 2020
House bill would extend Paycheck Protection Program to cover 24 weeks Tax, Labor/Employment Jun. 5, 2020
CARES Act liberalizes treatment of loss carrybacks, carryforwards Tax May 19, 2020
Can you write off salaries paid with Paycheck Protection loans? Tax, Labor/Employment May 8, 2020
Stimulus or not, tax rules you still need this year Tax May 6, 2020
COVID-19 response: Keep your employees, claim tax credits, or get forgivable loans Tax Apr. 30, 2020
Incorrect IRS Form 1099? Here’s how taxpayers can push back Tax Apr. 8, 2020
Simple question on IRS Form 1040? Be careful Tax Mar. 6, 2020
Navigating taxes in employment cases and other legal settlements Tax Feb. 27, 2020
Leaving California? Watch out for an FTB audit Tax Feb. 19, 2020
Remember penalties of perjury when preparing your tax returns Tax Feb. 12, 2020
Tax tips for a better 2020 Tax Jan. 17, 2020
IRS is drilling down on cryptocurrency tax failures, so be careful Tax Dec. 26, 2019
Key California tax facts Tax Dec. 24, 2019
Nothing is certain except death, taxes... and Kanye West Tax Dec. 23, 2019
Making sense of IRS Form 1099 in legal settlements Dec. 16, 2019
Everyone has to file taxes, Harvard Law professors included Tax Dec. 13, 2019
Debate over 1031 swaps of cryptocurrencies continues Tax Nov. 26, 2019
California tips from Donald Trump’s move from New York to Florida Tax Nov. 21, 2019
Legal fee tax deductions could be tough in Varsity Blues cases Tax, Criminal Nov. 15, 2019
Tax worries over PG&E power shutoff lawsuits? You bet. Tax, Environmental & Energy Nov. 7, 2019
With the IRS, procedure can mean millions Tax Nov. 1, 2019
New crypto rules from IRS may warrant amending your taxes Tax Oct. 28, 2019
California’s FTB can collect 13.3% tax even from nonresidents Tax, Corporate Oct. 24, 2019
Tax fear? Careful if you get an IRS summons Oct. 18, 2019
Purdue settlements and others as tax deductions Tax, Civil Litigation Sep. 24, 2019
Worker classification rules aren’t just state law Tax, Government Sep. 18, 2019
Puerto Rico, a US commonwealth, presents unique tax issues Tax Sep. 12, 2019
Tax tips from Chrisley knows best Tax, Criminal Sep. 6, 2019
Today, C or S corporation decision can involve huge tax swings Tax, Corporate Sep. 3, 2019
Personal liability for your company’s taxes, even if you work for a nonprofit Tax Aug. 28, 2019
Just business, not personal? Be careful, IRS may not agree Tax Aug. 22, 2019
When it comes to advice for filing your taxes, can you rely on the IRS? Tax Aug. 9, 2019
IRS is beginning a crackdown on cryptocurrency tax compliance Tax Jul. 31, 2019
Exchanging California for out-of-state property creates extra 1031 hurdles Tax Jul. 29, 2019
When it comes to the tax laws, ‘willfulness’ is quite broad Tax Jul. 23, 2019
Victims of California wildfires have complex tax issues to consider Tax Jul. 17, 2019
Settlements and taxes: 5 IRS rules to remember Tax, Civil Litigation Jul. 5, 2019
Cutting California taxes armed with Supreme Court’s trust ruling? U.S. Supreme Court, Tax Jun. 28, 2019
Are damages in wrongful life and wrongful birth cases taxable? Tax, Civil Litigation Jun. 27, 2019
When it comes to litigation funding, don’t forget about taxes Tax, Civil Litigation, Law Practice May 29, 2019
Senators ask IRS to weigh in on college admissions scandal Tax Apr. 9, 2019
Extensions are better as April 15 tax deadline looms Tax Apr. 8, 2019
New tax rules could swallow up much of the Monsanto verdict Tax, Civil Litigation Apr. 1, 2019
Protect your passport from the IRS Tax Mar. 15, 2019
Losing your passport to Internal Revenue Service is now possible Tax Mar. 11, 2019
Selling a business triggers taxes for owners, company or both Tax, Corporate Mar. 5, 2019
Uncle Sam scores in the NFL’s settlement with Kaepernick,too Tax, Entertainment & Sports Feb. 25, 2019
Court OKs award to neutralize tax liabilities on lump-sum payment Tax, Civil Litigation, California Courts of Appeal, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Feb. 20, 2019
Will your independent contractors be relabeled, and by whom? Labor/Employment Feb. 19, 2019
IRS can impose 100 percent penalty on employment taxes Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 8, 2019
Is it the time of the year to start sending ‘pay me next year’ requests? Tax Dec. 26, 2018
Ready for Forms 1099? If you receive or issue them, watch out Tax Dec. 13, 2018
Tax opinions are more important than ever with new tax law Tax Dec. 7, 2018
Paying taxes in bitcoin looks more and more attractive Tax Dec. 5, 2018
California taxes and $10K deduction cap triggers moves and trusts Tax Dec. 3, 2018
How long must you worry about the risk of being audited by the IRS? Tax Nov. 8, 2018
Tax Court won't let Wesley Snipes off the money train Tax Nov. 5, 2018
Monsanto weed killer verdict highlights unfair tax rules, again Tax, Civil Litigation Oct. 31, 2018
Can Serena Williams write off fines? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Sep. 17, 2018
Senators pushing to fix sexual harassment tax misstep Tax Sep. 12, 2018
Leaving no will, Aretha reprises Prince. Don’t copy them. Tax, Probate Aug. 28, 2018
Should you worry about summons from the IRS? You bet Tax Aug. 23, 2018
Monsanto hit with $289M verdict; taxes could take 90 percent Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 20, 2018
Tax rules for settlements and judgments after tax reform Litigation & Arbitration, Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 17, 2018
A new tax trap for personal injury cases Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 2, 2018
A few noncash items that can land you in hot water with the IRS Tax Jul. 26, 2018
Don’t forget about taxes in litigation Tax, Civil Litigation Jul. 23, 2018
Offshore bank accounts and FATCA worries continue Tax Jul. 18, 2018
IRS offshore amnesty is closing, but still time to join Tax, Criminal Jul. 16, 2018
Why emotional distress damages are taxable but sickness is not Tax, Civil Litigation Jun. 22, 2018
Will employee classification ruling just lead to even more lawsuits? Tax, Civil Litigation, Labor/Employment, California Supreme Court Jun. 20, 2018
Loan vs income distinction can land many taxpayers in trouble Tax Jun. 14, 2018
With bitcoin trusts, who pays the taxes? Tax Jun. 12, 2018
Royal wedding could lead to some royal tax issues Tax May 21, 2018
Beware taxes on restricted crypto and options Tax, Corporate May 17, 2018
Michael Cohen takes the Fifth, but with taxes, it’s tricky Tax, Constitutional Law May 2, 2018
Death, taxes and the attorney-client privilege Tax Apr. 27, 2018
Should you report 1031 exchanges of bitcoin? Tax Apr. 12, 2018
Before rushing to file your taxes, consider your audit profile Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Apr. 4, 2018
Should you rush to file your taxes or get an extension? Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Apr. 3, 2018
New tax law is driving a new debate about corporate form selection Tax, Corporate Mar. 12, 2018
New tax law’s plaintiff tax: No deduction for legal fees Tax, Civil Litigation Mar. 9, 2018
At tax time, who actually owns that crypto? Tax Mar. 1, 2018
Transferring bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies tax-free Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Feb. 16, 2018
Arizona may become first state to accept bitcoin payments Tax, Government, Banking Feb. 13, 2018
Tax law raises questions for sexual harassment settlements Tax, Law Practice, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 26, 2018
Consider a backdoor route to bitcoin IRS amnesty Tax, Criminal Jan. 22, 2018
Procedure counts when you are disputing IRS tax bills Tax Jan. 19, 2018
States are fighting tax reform Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 9, 2018
Contingency fee lawyers dodge bullet in tax reform Tax, Law Practice, Government, Administrative/Regulatory, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Jan. 5, 2018
Big gains could mean big taxes for bitcoin millionaires Tax Jan. 2, 2018
Bitcoin tax tips at year end Tax Dec. 21, 2017
House and Senate tax bills target contingency fees Tax, Law Practice Dec. 14, 2017
IRS is hunting bitcoin via Coinbase, but is amnesty coming? Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Dec. 11, 2017
Taxes are a royal pain, even for royalty Tax Dec. 4, 2017
Tax gross up damages in the 9th Circuit beyond Title VII Tax, Labor/Employment, Corporate, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Nov. 30, 2017
Tax bill includes 'Harvey Weinstein tax' Tax Nov. 22, 2017
What Everyone Should Know About Stock Options and Restricted Stock Tax Nov. 17, 2017
Do cryptocurrency exchanges qualify for tax relief? Tax Nov. 16, 2017
Paradise Papers, tax havens and disclosure Tax Nov. 13, 2017
California income taxes could soon be nondeductible Tax, Government Nov. 9, 2017
The wild west of bitcoin and other cryptocurrency taxes Tax, Banking Nov. 6, 2017
What Manafort charges teach us about the IRS Tax, Government, Criminal Nov. 3, 2017
Should you settle your case in 2017 or 2018? Tax, Civil Litigation, Law Practice Nov. 1, 2017
Do independent contractors get unemployment benefits? Tax, Labor/Employment Oct. 30, 2017
Sell property, minimize taxes, but pay attention to the rules Tax, Real Estate/Development Oct. 25, 2017
Forest Whitaker case shows how not to deal with IRS Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Oct. 17, 2017
Criminal exposure isn’t limited to personal returns Tax, Government, Criminal, Corporate Oct. 13, 2017
Tax tips from prison: Don’t lie to IRS Tax, Criminal Oct. 9, 2017
Taxes on severance pay can be unpleasant surprise Tax, Labor/Employment Oct. 2, 2017
SF weighs whether to tax robots that take away jobs Tax Sep. 27, 2017
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency loan tax risks Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Sep. 25, 2017
Cryptocurrency transactions may get tax relief Tax, Banking Sep. 13, 2017
California’s 13.3 percent tax rate can encourage wanderlust Tax, Government Sep. 7, 2017
IRS software trolls for bitcoin users, matches to taxes Tax, Banking Aug. 30, 2017
Trump tax cut cheat sheet Tax, Government Aug. 25, 2017
Do you even know what a write-off is? Tax Aug. 18, 2017
Mayweather got his tax lien released, but will you? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Aug. 17, 2017
How not to deal the IRS? Just ask DMX Tax Aug. 11, 2017
More criminal payroll cases coming Tax Aug. 7, 2017
Payroll companies ensure taxes are paid... usually Tax Aug. 3, 2017
Joint tax returns may land you and your spouse in the joint Tax Jul. 28, 2017
Disability pay can be tax free, but in many cases it is not Tax Jul. 25, 2017
It’s great when debt is forgiven, but don’t forget about taxes Tax Jul. 21, 2017
Mayweather. McGregor. And the IRS Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jul. 17, 2017
When audits become criminal investigations Tax, Corporate Jul. 14, 2017
Ransom silver lining? It’s a tax deduction Tax, Criminal, Corporate Jun. 30, 2017
When disputing a tax bill, should you go ahead and pay? Tax, Criminal Jun. 28, 2017
What IRS calls ‘willful’ depends on all the facts Tax Jun. 23, 2017
Tax lessons for you! Minding 'trust fund money' Tax Jun. 16, 2017
Tax evasion and religious freedom Tax, Constitutional Law, Administrative/Regulatory Jun. 12, 2017
Don't keep two sets of books Tax Jun. 7, 2017
Government settlement write-offs may be in jeopardy Tax Jun. 3, 2017
Lawyers dance the 'taxes two-step' Tax May 27, 2017
Can you get tax advice on contingency? Tax May 20, 2017
Private collection agencies now work for the IRS Tax, Administrative/Regulatory May 13, 2017
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Tax Apr. 18, 2017
What if you must return pay, like Wells Fargo? Corporate Apr. 14, 2017
Trump pay donation highlights common tax problem Tax Apr. 7, 2017
With IRS, better to ask for permission or forgiveness? Tax Apr. 4, 2017
You just filed your taxes with a big mistake, now what? Tax Apr. 1, 2017
You just filed your taxes with a big mistake, now what? Tax Mar. 30, 2017
IRS expands Fast Track Settlement nationwide for more taxpayers Tax Mar. 25, 2017
IRS expands Fast Track Settlement nationwide for more taxpayers Mar. 23, 2017
To disclose or not to disclose on your tax return Tax Mar. 18, 2017
To disclose or not to disclose on your tax return Tax Mar. 17, 2017
How to steer clear of both state and federal tax audits Tax Mar. 17, 2017
How to steer clear of both state and federal tax audits Tax Mar. 16, 2017
IRS has special agents, too Tax Mar. 14, 2017
Don't inflate deductions, even when IRS audits are down Tax Mar. 10, 2017
If you decide to part ways with the US, it's going to cost you Tax Mar. 7, 2017
Trump, California at odds on estate tax Government Mar. 3, 2017
Practical tips to know about Form 1099s during tax time Perspective Mar. 2, 2017
Independent Contractors Labor/Employment Mar. 1, 2017
Is your tax audit risk 3 years, 6 years, or even more? Tax Feb. 25, 2017
10 ways to keep the IRS from taking away your passport Tax Feb. 16, 2017
Amid Trump ban, IRS moves to revoke passports for tax debt Tax Feb. 9, 2017
Tax Rules for Settlements and Judgments Tax Feb. 7, 2017
Pro tip for lawyers, young and old: the prompt response Perspective Jan. 4, 2017
High court: Online travel sites are not hotel operators Real Estate/Development Dec. 29, 2016
If Google eats Dutch Sandwiches, can you? Tax Dec. 29, 2016
High court says online travel companies are not hotel operators GC Email Dec. 24, 2016
At year end, the IRS polices constructive receipt Law Practice Dec. 16, 2016
War on alternative currencies is heating up Tax, Civil Litigation, Banking Dec. 7, 2016
If the 'Cadillac tax' falls, entire health care law could be next GC Email Nov. 30, 2016
Can Trump be taxed on a salary he doesn't collect? Perspective Nov. 23, 2016
Trump to the tax code: 'You're fired!' GC Email Nov. 16, 2016
Clinton's proposed estate tax hike is a bit hard to swallow Tax Nov. 8, 2016
Trump's aggressive tax opinion Tax Nov. 4, 2016
Constructive Receipt: A Fundamental Tax Concept Tax Nov. 3, 2016
Beware foreign account reporting changes Tax Oct. 29, 2016
Surprising nuances to California tax disputes Perspective Oct. 22, 2016
California's scary tax limitations period Tax Oct. 20, 2016
On the hook for someone else's taxes? Perspective Oct. 15, 2016
Trump's NOL lasts 20 years, but audits last 3? Perspective Oct. 8, 2016
Tax Indemnity Clauses in Settlement Agreements Tax Oct. 3, 2016
Angelina, Brad and Johnny walk into the Internal Revenue Service... Tax Sep. 30, 2016
Johnny Depp, tax lawyer Tax Sep. 24, 2016
IRS time limits and Donald Trump's returns Perspective Sep. 17, 2016
IRS offers up a reason to remain unmarried? Perspective Aug. 25, 2016
Olympic athletes must pay taxes, but should they? Tax Aug. 20, 2016
Trump taxes: white whale or Da Vinci code? Tax Aug. 17, 2016
Facebook ignores IRS summonses, but you shouldn't Perspective Aug. 13, 2016
When can you tell the IRS a hobby is really a 'business'? Tax Aug. 6, 2016
Are Insurance Bad Faith Recoveries Taxable? Tax Aug. 1, 2016
Up next: the 'careless, not criminal' defense Tax Jul. 30, 2016
Establishing attorney-client privilege with your accountant Tax, Law Practice Jul. 27, 2016
Is your insurance bad faith recovery taxable? Tax Jul. 15, 2016
Fancy footwork won't shake taxes in UFC sale Securities Jul. 14, 2016
Be careful out there when it comes to offshore accounts Jul. 8, 2016
Leaving California? Mind your taxes Tax Jul. 2, 2016
With taxes, don't rely on Messi defenses Tax Jun. 25, 2016
Transgender discrimination, video games and the gig economy Perspective Jun. 22, 2016
Can you 'take the Fifth' when the IRS knocks? Tax Jun. 9, 2016
A tax hypo, funded by Silicon Valley Litigation Jun. 1, 2016
Can you deduct your law school tuition? Tax May 26, 2016
Are your work threads tax deductible? Tax May 11, 2016
BP and tax deductible damages Tax Apr. 23, 2016
The odds you'll be audited this year Tax Apr. 16, 2016
What you should know when you get a letter from the IRS Tax Mar. 17, 2016
Kanye West's tax-free $1 billion from Mark Zuckerberg Tax Mar. 5, 2016
Ever-increasing legal fees are deductible, right? Tax Feb. 26, 2016
Did you discuss taxes in your settlement? Tax Feb. 2, 2016
When and to whom should lawyers ever issue a 1099? Perspective Jan. 28, 2016
Your New Year's resolution might be tax deductible Perspective Jan. 8, 2016
What lawyers should know about the PATH Act. Perspective Dec. 31, 2015
Finally, wrongful convictions damages are tax free Tax Dec. 25, 2015
IRS now has the power to revoke your passport Tax Dec. 10, 2015
Living abroad, paying taxes in the USA Tax Nov. 28, 2015
Airbnb's impact on your taxes depends on how you use it Tax Nov. 24, 2015
Beware 'taking the Fifth' on your returns Nov. 18, 2015
IRS audits are down. Does this mean you're safe? Tax Nov. 12, 2015
Investing in 'China plus one' economies Transactions Nov. 6, 2015
If you follow the IRS's instructions you're good, right? Tax Oct. 29, 2015
No tax guidance for you, Yahoo Administrative/Regulatory Sep. 12, 2015
Does your State Bar license make you Californian? Tax Aug. 15, 2015
Beware joint accounts and taxes, especially abroad Jul. 31, 2015
Do defendant employers withhold taxes on settlements? Labor/Employment Jul. 21, 2015
Big loss for marijuana in ruling on taxes Tax Jul. 16, 2015
Uber fallout may have several shapes and sizes Labor/Employment Jun. 23, 2015
Package delivery's 'seismic' situation Jun. 19, 2015
IRS will tax egg donations, but not other procedures Family May 20, 2015
Sometimes, law partners are actually on the payroll Apr. 28, 2015
What you should know about fighting a bill from the IRS Apr. 24, 2015
The Perils of Filing Jointly Expert Advice Apr. 2, 2015
California Lawyer Archives - Expert Advice: The Perils of Filing Jointly Tax Apr. 1, 2015
Obama should reconsider a few tax hike proposals Tax Mar. 6, 2015
Rodman's groin shot echoes through tax law Feb. 27, 2015
There's no 'safe words' if your mess up your taxes Tax Feb. 20, 2015
Who, me? Law firm partners, profits and payroll taxes Jan. 30, 2015
Are you willful or ignorant about your taxes? It matters Tax Jan. 13, 2015
Everything you need to know about IRS Forms 1099 Dec. 27, 2014
20 reasons we need a new tax code, in case you need that many Tax Dec. 25, 2014
You've won the case, your client will recover, so now what? Law Practice Nov. 22, 2014
At 48th, is California still golden? Tax Nov. 4, 2014
Tax system should be fair — and perceived as fair Tax Oct. 21, 2014
Fresh produce and tax law at your local farmers' market Sep. 18, 2014
Inversions may be trending, but they're not new Tax Aug. 15, 2014
'Getting screwed by the IRS' isn't just an expression Tax Aug. 7, 2014
Taxpayer rights and selective disclosure Jun. 28, 2014
How, when to address taxes in mediation Jun. 7, 2014
Expatriation on a record pace this year Tax, International Law May 20, 2014
Take-home pay is bigger in Texas, too May 15, 2014
Get ready to report your bitcoins to the IRS Apr. 16, 2014
Facts matter in rideshare cases Mar. 19, 2014
Double Irish Dutch Sandwich: on the menu, for now Feb. 19, 2014
'Kaepernicking' all the way to the bank Jan. 31, 2014
What every lawyer should know about FATCA Tax Jan. 3, 2014
What lawyers should know about structured settlements Dec. 28, 2013
What lawyers should know about structured legal fees Dec. 27, 2013
What do you say when the IRS asks for electronic records? Tax Nov. 29, 2013
Loans aren't taxable income, but what exactly is a loan? Tax Nov. 26, 2013
Year-end tax planning may be tough, but it will pay dividends Nov. 8, 2013
Can you pay your lawyer in bitcoins? Oct. 30, 2013
Gov. Brown signed a retroactive tax...cut? Tax Oct. 16, 2013
Justices to decide tax treatment of severance pay U.S. Supreme Court Oct. 10, 2013
Beware the consequences of admission in SEC settlements Oct. 4, 2013
New battleground for contractor vs. employee dispute Labor/Employment Sep. 25, 2013
Jackson estate case a thriller Sep. 18, 2013
Anthony Weiner, taxes and the state of California Sep. 10, 2013
Breaking down the IRS's new marriage position Sep. 4, 2013
Tax opinion just might make or break the case Aug. 31, 2013
Latest IRS targeting scandal may hit lawyers Insurance Aug. 26, 2013
Private equity firms may need to ratchet up 'passiveness' Aug. 20, 2013
Corporations, elections and buy-sells, oh my Aug. 13, 2013
IRS still hunting for misclassified workers Tax Aug. 9, 2013
Will firms have to provide health insurance for summer associates? Tax, Health Care & Hospital Law, Communications Law Jul. 31, 2013
IRS: collecting taxes 30 years after the fact Tax Jul. 27, 2013
IRS looks to US high court to resolve circuit split Jul. 17, 2013
Lawyers who represent themselves against the IRS have fools for clients Tax Jul. 6, 2013
'Wide latitude' for what can be deducted as a medical expense Tax, Health Care & Hospital Law Jun. 27, 2013
Courts disagree when it comes to tolling tax statute Tax Jun. 21, 2013
Litigation funding increasingly popular, but what about taxes? Jun. 11, 2013
Lawyers need to know Proposition 13 Tax May 30, 2013
You can unwind the deal, but not necessarily the taxes Tax May 18, 2013
Powerball lands in California, so what happens if you win? May 11, 2013
IRS serves 'John Doe' summons on Wells Fargo Tax May 3, 2013
Internet sales tax held constitutional U.S. Supreme Court, Tax, Corporate Apr. 16, 2013
IRS disclosure program growing despite obstacles Tax Apr. 16, 2013
Offshore account leak of 'epic proportions' Apr. 13, 2013
Tax avoidance dos and don'ts (mostly don'ts) Tax Apr. 11, 2013
Surprising facts about the IRS and your taxes Mar. 28, 2013
Lawyers beware home office deductions Tax Mar. 26, 2013
Lawyers, whether they know it or not, need tax experts Tax Mar. 21, 2013
When you're doing business in Canada, taxes matter Tax Mar. 18, 2013
IRS expands independent contractor amnesty program Labor/Employment Mar. 12, 2013
What every lawyer should know about Section 409A Tax Mar. 5, 2013
Keep track of your purchases, lawyers Feb. 25, 2013
9th Circuit lawyers get better tax breaks Feb. 9, 2013
Credit cards, law firms and the IRS Tax Feb. 5, 2013
Medical marijuana, drug trafficking and the taxman Jan. 26, 2013
Subpoena for tax documents enforced despite protections Tax Jan. 23, 2013
Ensure your tax return does not stick out from the pile Tax Jan. 12, 2013
How to avoid being audited Jan. 10, 2013
Unpacking the fiscal cliff deal, for lawyers Tax Jan. 5, 2013
Looking for year-end tax deductions? Pay your lawyer Tax Dec. 19, 2012
There's still time to make year-end deductible gifts to charity Dec. 13, 2012
Agencies to scrutinize worker classification Dec. 4, 2012
Expect more prosecutions for offshore accounts Tax Nov. 30, 2012
Saying sayonara to California, for tax purposes Tax Nov. 28, 2012
Superstorm Sandy and other losses you can't deduct Nov. 22, 2012
Year-end tax tips Nov. 16, 2012
Like Lucas, should you sell out this year? Tax Nov. 8, 2012
Why attorney-client privilege with your accountant matters Nov. 6, 2012
Native American tribes and taxation Nov. 3, 2012
'Goodwill' ownership has tax implications Nov. 2, 2012
Protocol, procedure are key in tax disutes with IRS Tax Oct. 18, 2012
What lawyers need to know about sales and use taxes Tax, Corporate Oct. 16, 2012
Lawyers, straighten your tax posture Oct. 11, 2012
Five simple tax rules for lawyers (and everyone else) Tax Sep. 28, 2012
Lawyers today more likely to 'meet' the IRS crime division Sep. 19, 2012
Patent suit recovery: ordinary or capital gain? Tax Sep. 8, 2012
Everything you ever wanted to know about fighting the IRS* Aug. 9, 2012
Divorce: the most tax-free part of marriage Tax Aug. 2, 2012
Five more tax rules to know for divorce Tax Jul. 7, 2012
Five key tax rules to know about divorce Tax, Family Jul. 6, 2012
Investment loss lawsuits ramp up post-Facebook faceplant Tax Jun. 6, 2012
Supreme Court holds that IRS must audit within three years Tax May 9, 2012
Examining the top five tax problems for California lawyers Tax Apr. 24, 2012
Disclose, disclose, disclose, and other last minute tax tips Apr. 10, 2012
Tax deductions you might overlook Tax Mar. 28, 2012
How to sidestep or survive increasing IRS audits Tax Mar. 10, 2012
Always sweat the small stuff with independent contractors Labor/Employment Feb. 28, 2012
Avoid headaches when negotiating buy-sell agreements Feb. 22, 2012
At tax time, remember to consider audit risk Tax Feb. 14, 2012
Tax deferral options for plaintiffs’ attorneys Feb. 3, 2012
What to do about year-end tax uncertainty Dec. 23, 2011
What to do before the return of the Amazon tax Tax Dec. 12, 2011
New fines for misclassifying independent contractors Dec. 5, 2011
Got amnesty? New IRS deal converts independent contractors Oct. 25, 2011
Seven key tax rules about legal fees Tax Oct. 14, 2011
Lawyers and IRS Form 1099: Better to give than receive? Tax Sep. 10, 2011
IRS cracks down on independent contractor misclassification Tax Aug. 31, 2011
Is the revenue service targeting lawyers? Aug. 20, 2011
Taxes up the Amazon? U.S. Supreme Court, Tax, Corporate Aug. 5, 2011
Internal Revenue Service Doubles Three-Year Tax Rule Tax Jun. 17, 2011
Even Internal Revenue Code Section 1031 Exchanges Have Tax Traps Tax Apr. 16, 2011
Sometimes, Tax Receipts Are Optional Tax Apr. 13, 2011
Hold the Mayo: Even More Deference to Internal Revenue Service Regulations Tax Feb. 15, 2011
When Overseas Income Is Tax Free Tax Feb. 8, 2011
Avoid 'Tax Shelter’ Taint Feb. 2, 2011
Secure a Conservation Easement Now! Jan. 27, 2011
Beware High Income Audits by the Internal Revenue Service Tax Jan. 14, 2011
Tax on Wrongful Imprisonment Damages Should Be Eliminated Tax Dec. 31, 2010
Prepare to Issue More IRS Forms 1099 Soon Dec. 10, 2010
Personal Liability for Employment Taxes Can Spoil Your Day Nov. 24, 2010
Foreign Bank Accounts: Still Secret? Tax Nov. 2, 2010
Why Can't Lawyers Deduct Client Costs? Tax Oct. 21, 2010
Watch Out for Secret Tax Laws Tax Oct. 15, 2010
Legal Fee Tax Rules Every Lawyer Faces Sep. 20, 2010
Who Pays for Unlawful Imprisonment? Tax Sep. 9, 2010
Taxing Decisions in An Uncertain World Tax Sep. 1, 2010
Reporting Your Foreign Bank Account Tax Aug. 5, 2010
Don't Make Punitive Damages Worse! Jul. 20, 2010
Rules for Drafting Independent Contractor Agreements Contracts Jun. 30, 2010
Which Client Costs Are Tax Deductible? Contracts Jun. 25, 2010
Taxes & Privacy, OHMY! Tax Jun. 15, 2010
10 Reasons to Worry About Worker Status Disputes Workers' Comp. May 4, 2010
Taxing Innocent Spouses: 10 Things You Should Know Apr. 20, 2010
Worried About Asking for a Large Refund? Apr. 16, 2010
Frivolous Tax Claims Will Cost You Apr. 3, 2010
There Are No Apologies inThe World of Tax Tax Mar. 30, 2010
How the Statute of Limitations Impacts Your Taxes Mar. 24, 2010
The View - Beware New Taxes Mar. 23, 2010
Beware New Taxes Tax Mar. 11, 2010
Tax Rules to Know When Selling Property Tax Jan. 27, 2010
Avoid the Estate Tax (Or Die Trying)? Tax Jan. 13, 2010
Navigating California's Tax System Tax Dec. 3, 2009
Exotic Dancers, Wages and the IRS Sep. 30, 2009
Tax Amnesty Deadline Extended Tax Sep. 25, 2009
Why Hire a Tax Expert? Tax Sep. 19, 2009
Brass Tax Sep. 3, 2009
The Case for Structure Antitrust & Trade Reg. Aug. 29, 2009
A Mechanism Whose Time Has Come Alternative Dispute Resolution Jul. 24, 2009
Awards for Wrongful Imprisonment Should Be Tax-Free Tax Jun. 30, 2009
A Taxing Process Jan. 14, 2009
A 'Get Out of Jail' Card That's Far From Free Aug. 23, 2008
Hired Guns Feb. 23, 2008
An Ulcer Does Not Provide For Exclusion From Income Tax Jun. 4, 2005
Resolve Tax Treatment Before Settlement Agreement Is Signed Jul. 31, 2002
Dirty Taxing Jan. 12, 2002
Precise Drafting Tax Oct. 6, 2001
Uncertain Recovery Tax May 26, 2001
Tangled Web Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 11, 2001
Voluminous System Tax Oct. 5, 1999

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Trump repeals crypto reporting rule: What it means for IRS tax compliance and privacy Tax, Securities Apr. 16, 2025
How to fix IRS Form 1099 reporting errors Tax Mar. 5, 2025
IRS Forms 1099 for lawsuit settlements often total 200% of the payment Tax Feb. 19, 2025
Why your IRS audit period might be longer than you think Tax Feb. 7, 2025
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuits have tax aspects, too Tax Jan. 28, 2025
Tax triage for LA fire victims Tax, LA Fires Jan. 24, 2025
Every year-end is taxing Tax Dec. 23, 2024
Many 2020-2025 wildfire settlements to be retroactively tax-free Tax Dec. 12, 2024
Exempting sexual abuse and assault recoveries from tax is overdue Tax, Alternative Dispute Resolution Dec. 5, 2024
Tax changes are just around the corner, but what will they be? Tax Nov. 25, 2024
Navigating litigation funding requires a thorough and careful tax strategy Tax Nov. 11, 2024
Do lawyers need to send IRS Forms 1099 to their own clients? Here's why not Tax, Ethics/Professional Responsibility Nov. 1, 2024
Upcoming tax changes could hit Californians harder than most Tax Oct. 16, 2024
Settlement agreements without tax language ask for trouble Tax Sep. 24, 2024
If Harris wins, will unrealized capital gain be taxed? Tax Sep. 16, 2024
FAQs about IRS Form 1099 Tax Sep. 6, 2024
Kamala Harris' tax proposals: Will they raise taxes for the rich or the middle class? Tax Aug. 23, 2024
PTSD can reduce settlement tax - but not always Tax Aug. 7, 2024
The perils of handling your own tax audit or dispute Tax Jul. 18, 2024
Must you amend your tax return? Tax Jul. 10, 2024
Which is better tax-wise, selling or giving to charity? Tax Jun. 14, 2024
An expert witness on taxes? Tax Jun. 7, 2024
Biden’s proposed tax increases will hurt, especially in California Tax May 15, 2024
Keeping track of crypto tax matters is complex and important Tax May 1, 2024
In an IRS audit, if you don’t have receipts here’s a workaround Tax Apr. 19, 2024
IRS Form 1099 playbook Tax Apr. 3, 2024
The surprisingly important ‘yes or no’ question about crypto on your tax return Tax Mar. 26, 2024
Do tax issues impact mediations? Tax Mar. 18, 2024
How 1031 exchanges work, including controversial drop and swap exchanges Tax Feb. 27, 2024
Senate could keep fire victims from getting burned – twice Tax Feb. 14, 2024
Are trusts tax-saving, tax-neutral or risky? Tax Jan. 23, 2024
California can tax you, even if you never set foot in California Tax Jan. 16, 2024
Can anyone emulate Ohtani's $700M LA Dodgers tax dodge? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Dec. 29, 2023
Tax lessons from Hunter Biden Tax Dec. 19, 2023
If you are married, should you always file taxes jointly? Tax Dec. 7, 2023
Is settling now, payment in January constructive receipt? Tax, Law Practice Nov. 21, 2023
Is this week’s IRS extension a double mulligan? Tax Oct. 20, 2023
Even landlord tenant settlements have tax issues Tax, Real Estate/Development Oct. 9, 2023
Employee retention credits prompt IRS audits Tax, Labor/Employment Sep. 27, 2023
What you should know about new crypto reporting rules Tax Sep. 12, 2023
Can you avoid California tax without moving? Not anymore Tax Aug. 29, 2023
Taxing disability pay and settlements Tax Aug. 14, 2023
Tax missteps if you leave California Tax Jul. 21, 2023
Navigating California tax disputes Tax Jun. 23, 2023
Your debt was canceled, but now you have taxable income Tax Jun. 12, 2023
Sell stock at a big gain but pay no tax? Tax May 25, 2023
Taxing insurance bad faith recoveries Tax, Insurance May 3, 2023
Good news, you found something valuable. Bad News, IRS will tax it Tax Apr. 14, 2023
Wildfire victims wait years for settlements, then face IRS taxes Tax Apr. 4, 2023
Leave California taxes, don’t worry, be happy? Tax Mar. 21, 2023
IRS extends deadlines for taxpayers in California disaster areas Tax Mar. 8, 2023
IRS rules California middle class tax refunds are not taxable Tax Feb. 16, 2023
“Reasonable cause” avoids IRS penalties Tax Jan. 26, 2023
IRS targets structured fee tax deferrals for plaintiff lawyers Tax Jan. 11, 2023
IRS Forms 1099 are coming and 1099-NEC means extra taxes Tax Dec. 29, 2022
Should you get a tax opinion before filing taxes or only if audited? Tax Dec. 14, 2022
How IRS taxes employment settlements Tax, Labor/Employment Nov. 29, 2022
Tax wise, should you settle cases in 2022 or 2023? Tax Nov. 17, 2022
California gives PG&E & Edison fire victims tax breaks Tax Oct. 31, 2022
These three tax rules are simple Tax Oct. 17, 2022
IRS Form W-9 requests and backup tax withholding Tax Oct. 7, 2022
Skip a form, IRS can audit you forever Tax Sep. 26, 2022
IRS audit worries grow Tax, Government Sep. 15, 2022
IRS may compromise tax debts, even if you’re a celebrity Tax, Entertainment & Sports Aug. 29, 2022
Wildfire settlement tax issues are tricky Tax, Insurance Aug. 18, 2022
Sexual harassment settlements and confidentiality Litigation & Arbitration, Contracts Aug. 10, 2022
Twitter, Elon Musk, $1 billion fee and taxes Tax Aug. 8, 2022
Pay California tax even if you never set foot in the Golden State Tax Jul. 29, 2022
Settlements and taxation Letters Jul. 26, 2022
Live abroad, file tax returns and pay the IRS at home? Tax Jul. 21, 2022
Taxing confidentiality in settlements, another view Tax, Letters Jul. 19, 2022
Big IRS penalties even for non-willful violations? Tax Jul. 13, 2022
Handling employment settlement tax issues Tax, Labor/Employment Jul. 7, 2022
What lawyers should know about IRS Form 1099 Tax Jul. 5, 2022
Who Says Taxes Aren’t Fun? Tax Jul. 1, 2022
Can you exchange out of California real estate without paying taxes? Tax Jun. 23, 2022
‘Chrisley Knows Best’ couple is convicted, tips to steer clear Tax Jun. 17, 2022
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard face taxes too Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jun. 10, 2022
‘Pay me tomorrow’ may not defer tax on lawyers Tax, Law Practice, Appellate Practice Jun. 7, 2022
Make lemonade, Crypto loss means IRS tax loss Tax, Banking May 25, 2022
When is your tax return filed? 9th Circuit tax win helps Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals May 24, 2022
Tax fire victims? Unless the law is changed, yes Tax May 19, 2022
Biden Proposes Numerous Tax Increases Tax, Real Estate/Development May 11, 2022
Tax problems for Johnny Depp & Amber Heard? Tax May 10, 2022
Should lawyers fear IRS Forms 1099 for ‘gross proceeds?’ Tax May 5, 2022
Dear IRS, sorry, I don’t have receipts Tax May 2, 2022
You don’t pay income tax on ‘gifts,’ but be careful! Tax Apr. 22, 2022
Taxing unrealized gains: Biden proposal would do just that Tax Apr. 21, 2022
Can the IRS collect tax on crypto if you don’t own it? Tax, Banking Apr. 12, 2022
A slap can have tax consequences Tax Apr. 7, 2022
The Oscars are over, but swag bags spotted on the red carpet must be reported to Uncle Sam Tax, Entertainment & Sports Apr. 1, 2022
Annoyance of the IRS is natural, but is it worth the fight? Tax Mar. 31, 2022
Don’t miss April 18 tax day, here’s why Tax Mar. 29, 2022
Yes or no? Answering the IRS question on your tax return Technology, Tax Mar. 25, 2022
No IRS SOL on audit? How can this be? Tax Mar. 21, 2022
Will wealth tax overtake California’s 13.3% income tax? Tax Mar. 15, 2022
IRS Form 1099 and lawyers: What, me worry? Tax, Law Practice Feb. 18, 2022
New way to write off legal fees on your taxes Tax, Law Practice Feb. 17, 2022
Tax return due date, April 15 or October 15? Tax Feb. 14, 2022
Bruce Springsteen, Boss Tax Lawyer? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jan. 20, 2022
Yes, even celebrities have to pay taxes Tax Dec. 15, 2021
Will the IRS even know whether you received a Form 1099? Tax, Law Practice Dec. 1, 2021
Taxing those controversial border legal settlements Tax, Immigration Nov. 26, 2021
Fines for vaccine-mandate violation: Tax deductible? Tax, Labor/Employment, Health Care & Hospital Law Nov. 22, 2021
Steer clear of legal settlement tax myths Tax, Law Practice Nov. 11, 2021
As IRS pursues crypto, some tax theories may surprise you Technology, Tax Nov. 5, 2021
Tax-free physical sickness or taxable emotional distress? Tax, Civil Litigation Nov. 3, 2021
Another settlement taxed because of a poor settlement agreement Tax, Law Practice Oct. 21, 2021
IRS tax on legal settlement agreement? Watch your wording. Tax Oct. 8, 2021
California taxes can trip you up coming and going Tax Oct. 4, 2021
California tax disputes are worse than IRS Tax Sep. 27, 2021
Biden’s retroactive 43.3% capital gains tax hike looms Tax, Corporate Sep. 17, 2021
Taxing college athlete name, image and likeness deals Tax, Entertainment & Sports Sep. 15, 2021
Tax on law firm loans? The strange case of David Novoselsky Tax, Law Practice Sep. 1, 2021
Taxing sexual abuse and harassment settlements Tax Aug. 18, 2021
Lasting tax lessons from Michael Jackson’s multiple legal battles Tax Aug. 13, 2021
Qualified settlement funds have become important dispute resolution vehicles Tax Aug. 11, 2021
Taxing Chef Mario Batali’s sexual harassment settlement Tax Aug. 4, 2021
Can IRS collect penalties even post-death? You bet Tax, Probate Jul. 30, 2021
Are Plan B Passports a real donation or a purchase of citizenship? Tax Jul. 28, 2021
Taxing the Kardashians’ recovery in recent IP infringement lawsuit Tax, Intellectual Property, Entertainment & Sports, Civil Litigation Jul. 20, 2021
How long is your exposure to an IRS or California tax audit? Tax Jul. 12, 2021
IRS says more cryptocurrency transactions are taxable Technology, Tax Jun. 30, 2021
You stole my pension money — pay up, taxes too Tax Jun. 23, 2021
When it come to taxes, the cover-up can be worse than the crime Tax Jun. 21, 2021
Much higher capital gain rates are aleady in effect, any good news? Tax, Government Jun. 15, 2021
The California Taxman Cometh: Impact, Complying, and Avoiding Tax Jun. 11, 2021
Treasury may publish rules for reporting cryptocurrency transactions Technology, Tax Jun. 8, 2021
Litigation funding now, taxes later, why not? Tax, Law Practice Jun. 2, 2021
Bill could make California tax rates could go higher… again Tax May 20, 2021
As the settlement spigot reopens, consider structured legal fees Tax, Law Practice Apr. 28, 2021
Taxing legal settlements, legal malpractice and more Tax, Law Practice Apr. 21, 2021
IRS’s hunt for cryptocurrency tax cheats heats up Tax Apr. 13, 2021
Navigating lemon law and consumer settlement tax issues Tax Mar. 31, 2021
Tax Day Was Extended to May 17, Extend to October to Cut Audit Risk? Tax Mar. 23, 2021
Guidance for navigating legal settlements, legal fees and estimated taxes Tax, Law Practice Mar. 8, 2021
Independent contractors puzzle over new IRS Form 1099-NEC Tax Feb. 22, 2021
Tax rules that every lawyer in California should know Tax, Law Practice Feb. 4, 2021
Capital gains in patent cases: When is a recovery not taxed as ordinary income? Tax, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation Jan. 26, 2021
Proposition 19 brings new rules for retaining assessed value Tax, Real Estate/Development Jan. 15, 2021
The ins and outs of taxing legal malpractice settlements Tax, Law Practice Jan. 4, 2021
Expenses with PPP loans can be written off Tax, Labor/Employment Dec. 31, 2020
Year-end invoices, payments and tax deferral, oh my! A guide for lawyers Tax, Law Practice Dec. 10, 2020
If you receive a request for an IRS Form W-9, what should you say? Tax, Law Practice Nov. 27, 2020
Lawyers, settlements and taxes Tax, Law Practice Nov. 19, 2020
What state taxes apply when you’re stuck in (or out) of state during COVID? Tax, Covid Columns Nov. 17, 2020
When are taxes in California too much — even for rock stars? Tax Nov. 13, 2020
Biden presidency could mean big changes for taxes on death Tax Nov. 10, 2020
Goldman Sachs pay clawbacks raise some thorny tax issues Tax Nov. 4, 2020
Sometimes, legal settlements are taxed as capital gain Tax, Law Practice Oct. 30, 2020
Robert Brockman’s $2B tax evasion case has some simple lessons Tax, Criminal Oct. 27, 2020
Remember, IRS taxes most settlements, exact wording matters Tax, Law Practice Oct. 23, 2020
Choice of entity dynamics for businesses could change yet again Tax, Corporate Oct. 21, 2020
John McAfee’s indictment for tax evasion: A guide for ordinary taxpayers Tax, Criminal Oct. 15, 2020
Finding something valuable can lead to tax woes Tax Oct. 7, 2020
IRS waives penalties for reasonable cause, but what’s that? Tax Sep. 2, 2020
Not all employment plaintiffs can deduct fees Tax, Labor/Employment, Civil Litigation Aug. 28, 2020
Five things for lawyers to know about tax planning during COVID-19 Tax Aug. 25, 2020
Appellate court slashed award in Round up case; now for the tax bill Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 17, 2020
More cryptocurrency tax worries? IRS now has training for auditors Tax Aug. 14, 2020
Tax return disclosures and why taxpayers should consider them Tax Jul. 16, 2020
9th Circuit: Tax filing sent via FedEx didn’t qualify for mailbox rule Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Jun. 24, 2020
IRS taxes most loan forgiveness, beware exceptions Tax Jun. 22, 2020
This year taxes are not due until July 15, but should you extend? Tax Jun. 16, 2020
House bill would extend Paycheck Protection Program to cover 24 weeks Tax, Labor/Employment Jun. 5, 2020
CARES Act liberalizes treatment of loss carrybacks, carryforwards Tax May 19, 2020
Can you write off salaries paid with Paycheck Protection loans? Tax, Labor/Employment May 8, 2020
Stimulus or not, tax rules you still need this year Tax May 6, 2020
COVID-19 response: Keep your employees, claim tax credits, or get forgivable loans Tax Apr. 30, 2020
Incorrect IRS Form 1099? Here’s how taxpayers can push back Tax Apr. 8, 2020
Simple question on IRS Form 1040? Be careful Tax Mar. 6, 2020
Navigating taxes in employment cases and other legal settlements Tax Feb. 27, 2020
Leaving California? Watch out for an FTB audit Tax Feb. 19, 2020
Remember penalties of perjury when preparing your tax returns Tax Feb. 12, 2020
Tax tips for a better 2020 Tax Jan. 17, 2020
IRS is drilling down on cryptocurrency tax failures, so be careful Tax Dec. 26, 2019
Key California tax facts Tax Dec. 24, 2019
Nothing is certain except death, taxes... and Kanye West Tax Dec. 23, 2019
Making sense of IRS Form 1099 in legal settlements Dec. 16, 2019
Everyone has to file taxes, Harvard Law professors included Tax Dec. 13, 2019
Debate over 1031 swaps of cryptocurrencies continues Tax Nov. 26, 2019
California tips from Donald Trump’s move from New York to Florida Tax Nov. 21, 2019
Legal fee tax deductions could be tough in Varsity Blues cases Tax, Criminal Nov. 15, 2019
Tax worries over PG&E power shutoff lawsuits? You bet. Tax, Environmental & Energy Nov. 7, 2019
With the IRS, procedure can mean millions Tax Nov. 1, 2019
New crypto rules from IRS may warrant amending your taxes Tax Oct. 28, 2019
California’s FTB can collect 13.3% tax even from nonresidents Tax, Corporate Oct. 24, 2019
Tax fear? Careful if you get an IRS summons Oct. 18, 2019
Purdue settlements and others as tax deductions Tax, Civil Litigation Sep. 24, 2019
Worker classification rules aren’t just state law Tax, Government Sep. 18, 2019
Puerto Rico, a US commonwealth, presents unique tax issues Tax Sep. 12, 2019
Tax tips from Chrisley knows best Tax, Criminal Sep. 6, 2019
Today, C or S corporation decision can involve huge tax swings Tax, Corporate Sep. 3, 2019
Personal liability for your company’s taxes, even if you work for a nonprofit Tax Aug. 28, 2019
Just business, not personal? Be careful, IRS may not agree Tax Aug. 22, 2019
When it comes to advice for filing your taxes, can you rely on the IRS? Tax Aug. 9, 2019
IRS is beginning a crackdown on cryptocurrency tax compliance Tax Jul. 31, 2019
Exchanging California for out-of-state property creates extra 1031 hurdles Tax Jul. 29, 2019
When it comes to the tax laws, ‘willfulness’ is quite broad Tax Jul. 23, 2019
Victims of California wildfires have complex tax issues to consider Tax Jul. 17, 2019
Settlements and taxes: 5 IRS rules to remember Tax, Civil Litigation Jul. 5, 2019
Cutting California taxes armed with Supreme Court’s trust ruling? U.S. Supreme Court, Tax Jun. 28, 2019
Are damages in wrongful life and wrongful birth cases taxable? Tax, Civil Litigation Jun. 27, 2019
When it comes to litigation funding, don’t forget about taxes Tax, Civil Litigation, Law Practice May 29, 2019
Senators ask IRS to weigh in on college admissions scandal Tax Apr. 9, 2019
Extensions are better as April 15 tax deadline looms Tax Apr. 8, 2019
New tax rules could swallow up much of the Monsanto verdict Tax, Civil Litigation Apr. 1, 2019
Protect your passport from the IRS Tax Mar. 15, 2019
Losing your passport to Internal Revenue Service is now possible Tax Mar. 11, 2019
Selling a business triggers taxes for owners, company or both Tax, Corporate Mar. 5, 2019
Uncle Sam scores in the NFL’s settlement with Kaepernick,too Tax, Entertainment & Sports Feb. 25, 2019
Court OKs award to neutralize tax liabilities on lump-sum payment Tax, Civil Litigation, California Courts of Appeal, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Feb. 20, 2019
Will your independent contractors be relabeled, and by whom? Labor/Employment Feb. 19, 2019
IRS can impose 100 percent penalty on employment taxes Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 8, 2019
Is it the time of the year to start sending ‘pay me next year’ requests? Tax Dec. 26, 2018
Ready for Forms 1099? If you receive or issue them, watch out Tax Dec. 13, 2018
Tax opinions are more important than ever with new tax law Tax Dec. 7, 2018
Paying taxes in bitcoin looks more and more attractive Tax Dec. 5, 2018
California taxes and $10K deduction cap triggers moves and trusts Tax Dec. 3, 2018
How long must you worry about the risk of being audited by the IRS? Tax Nov. 8, 2018
Tax Court won't let Wesley Snipes off the money train Tax Nov. 5, 2018
Monsanto weed killer verdict highlights unfair tax rules, again Tax, Civil Litigation Oct. 31, 2018
Can Serena Williams write off fines? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Sep. 17, 2018
Senators pushing to fix sexual harassment tax misstep Tax Sep. 12, 2018
Leaving no will, Aretha reprises Prince. Don’t copy them. Tax, Probate Aug. 28, 2018
Should you worry about summons from the IRS? You bet Tax Aug. 23, 2018
Monsanto hit with $289M verdict; taxes could take 90 percent Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 20, 2018
Tax rules for settlements and judgments after tax reform Litigation & Arbitration, Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 17, 2018
A new tax trap for personal injury cases Tax, Civil Litigation Aug. 2, 2018
A few noncash items that can land you in hot water with the IRS Tax Jul. 26, 2018
Don’t forget about taxes in litigation Tax, Civil Litigation Jul. 23, 2018
Offshore bank accounts and FATCA worries continue Tax Jul. 18, 2018
IRS offshore amnesty is closing, but still time to join Tax, Criminal Jul. 16, 2018
Why emotional distress damages are taxable but sickness is not Tax, Civil Litigation Jun. 22, 2018
Will employee classification ruling just lead to even more lawsuits? Tax, Civil Litigation, Labor/Employment, California Supreme Court Jun. 20, 2018
Loan vs income distinction can land many taxpayers in trouble Tax Jun. 14, 2018
With bitcoin trusts, who pays the taxes? Tax Jun. 12, 2018
Royal wedding could lead to some royal tax issues Tax May 21, 2018
Beware taxes on restricted crypto and options Tax, Corporate May 17, 2018
Michael Cohen takes the Fifth, but with taxes, it’s tricky Tax, Constitutional Law May 2, 2018
Death, taxes and the attorney-client privilege Tax Apr. 27, 2018
Should you report 1031 exchanges of bitcoin? Tax Apr. 12, 2018
Before rushing to file your taxes, consider your audit profile Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Apr. 4, 2018
Should you rush to file your taxes or get an extension? Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Apr. 3, 2018
New tax law is driving a new debate about corporate form selection Tax, Corporate Mar. 12, 2018
New tax law’s plaintiff tax: No deduction for legal fees Tax, Civil Litigation Mar. 9, 2018
At tax time, who actually owns that crypto? Tax Mar. 1, 2018
Transferring bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies tax-free Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Feb. 16, 2018
Arizona may become first state to accept bitcoin payments Tax, Government, Banking Feb. 13, 2018
Tax law raises questions for sexual harassment settlements Tax, Law Practice, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 26, 2018
Consider a backdoor route to bitcoin IRS amnesty Tax, Criminal Jan. 22, 2018
Procedure counts when you are disputing IRS tax bills Tax Jan. 19, 2018
States are fighting tax reform Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 9, 2018
Contingency fee lawyers dodge bullet in tax reform Tax, Law Practice, Government, Administrative/Regulatory, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Jan. 5, 2018
Big gains could mean big taxes for bitcoin millionaires Tax Jan. 2, 2018
Bitcoin tax tips at year end Tax Dec. 21, 2017
House and Senate tax bills target contingency fees Tax, Law Practice Dec. 14, 2017
IRS is hunting bitcoin via Coinbase, but is amnesty coming? Tax, Government, Administrative/Regulatory Dec. 11, 2017
Taxes are a royal pain, even for royalty Tax Dec. 4, 2017
Tax gross up damages in the 9th Circuit beyond Title VII Tax, Labor/Employment, Corporate, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Nov. 30, 2017
Tax bill includes 'Harvey Weinstein tax' Tax Nov. 22, 2017
What Everyone Should Know About Stock Options and Restricted Stock Tax Nov. 17, 2017
Do cryptocurrency exchanges qualify for tax relief? Tax Nov. 16, 2017
Paradise Papers, tax havens and disclosure Tax Nov. 13, 2017
California income taxes could soon be nondeductible Tax, Government Nov. 9, 2017
The wild west of bitcoin and other cryptocurrency taxes Tax, Banking Nov. 6, 2017
What Manafort charges teach us about the IRS Tax, Government, Criminal Nov. 3, 2017
Should you settle your case in 2017 or 2018? Tax, Civil Litigation, Law Practice Nov. 1, 2017
Do independent contractors get unemployment benefits? Tax, Labor/Employment Oct. 30, 2017
Sell property, minimize taxes, but pay attention to the rules Tax, Real Estate/Development Oct. 25, 2017
Forest Whitaker case shows how not to deal with IRS Tax, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Oct. 17, 2017
Criminal exposure isn’t limited to personal returns Tax, Government, Criminal, Corporate Oct. 13, 2017
Tax tips from prison: Don’t lie to IRS Tax, Criminal Oct. 9, 2017
Taxes on severance pay can be unpleasant surprise Tax, Labor/Employment Oct. 2, 2017
SF weighs whether to tax robots that take away jobs Tax Sep. 27, 2017
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency loan tax risks Tax, Administrative/Regulatory Sep. 25, 2017
Cryptocurrency transactions may get tax relief Tax, Banking Sep. 13, 2017
California’s 13.3 percent tax rate can encourage wanderlust Tax, Government Sep. 7, 2017
IRS software trolls for bitcoin users, matches to taxes Tax, Banking Aug. 30, 2017
Trump tax cut cheat sheet Tax, Government Aug. 25, 2017
Do you even know what a write-off is? Tax Aug. 18, 2017
Mayweather got his tax lien released, but will you? Tax, Entertainment & Sports Aug. 17, 2017
How not to deal the IRS? Just ask DMX Tax Aug. 11, 2017
More criminal payroll cases coming Tax Aug. 7, 2017
Payroll companies ensure taxes are paid... usually Tax Aug. 3, 2017
Joint tax returns may land you and your spouse in the joint Tax Jul. 28, 2017
Disability pay can be tax free, but in many cases it is not Tax Jul. 25, 2017
It’s great when debt is forgiven, but don’t forget about taxes Tax Jul. 21, 2017
Mayweather. McGregor. And the IRS Tax, Entertainment & Sports Jul. 17, 2017
When audits become criminal investigations Tax, Corporate Jul. 14, 2017
Ransom silver lining? It’s a tax deduction Tax, Criminal, Corporate Jun. 30, 2017
When disputing a tax bill, should you go ahead and pay? Tax, Criminal Jun. 28, 2017
What IRS calls ‘willful’ depends on all the facts Tax Jun. 23, 2017
Tax lessons for you! Minding 'trust fund money' Tax Jun. 16, 2017
Tax evasion and religious freedom Tax, Constitutional Law, Administrative/Regulatory Jun. 12, 2017
Don't keep two sets of books Tax Jun. 7, 2017
Government settlement write-offs may be in jeopardy Tax Jun. 3, 2017
Lawyers dance the 'taxes two-step' Tax May 27, 2017
Can you get tax advice on contingency? Tax May 20, 2017
Private collection agencies now work for the IRS Tax, Administrative/Regulatory May 13, 2017
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Tax Apr. 18, 2017
What if you must return pay, like Wells Fargo? Corporate Apr. 14, 2017
Trump pay donation highlights common tax problem Tax Apr. 7, 2017
With IRS, better to ask for permission or forgiveness? Tax Apr. 4, 2017
You just filed your taxes with a big mistake, now what? Tax Apr. 1, 2017
You just filed your taxes with a big mistake, now what? Tax Mar. 30, 2017
IRS expands Fast Track Settlement nationwide for more taxpayers Tax Mar. 25, 2017
IRS expands Fast Track Settlement nationwide for more taxpayers Mar. 23, 2017
To disclose or not to disclose on your tax return Tax Mar. 18, 2017
To disclose or not to disclose on your tax return Tax Mar. 17, 2017
How to steer clear of both state and federal tax audits Tax Mar. 17, 2017
How to steer clear of both state and federal tax audits Tax Mar. 16, 2017
IRS has special agents, too Tax Mar. 14, 2017
Don't inflate deductions, even when IRS audits are down Tax Mar. 10, 2017
If you decide to part ways with the US, it's going to cost you Tax Mar. 7, 2017
Trump, California at odds on estate tax Government Mar. 3, 2017
Practical tips to know about Form 1099s during tax time Perspective Mar. 2, 2017
Independent Contractors Labor/Employment Mar. 1, 2017
Is your tax audit risk 3 years, 6 years, or even more? Tax Feb. 25, 2017
10 ways to keep the IRS from taking away your passport Tax Feb. 16, 2017
Amid Trump ban, IRS moves to revoke passports for tax debt Tax Feb. 9, 2017
Tax Rules for Settlements and Judgments Tax Feb. 7, 2017
Pro tip for lawyers, young and old: the prompt response Perspective Jan. 4, 2017
High court: Online travel sites are not hotel operators Real Estate/Development Dec. 29, 2016
If Google eats Dutch Sandwiches, can you? Tax Dec. 29, 2016
High court says online travel companies are not hotel operators GC Email Dec. 24, 2016
At year end, the IRS polices constructive receipt Law Practice Dec. 16, 2016
War on alternative currencies is heating up Tax, Civil Litigation, Banking Dec. 7, 2016
If the 'Cadillac tax' falls, entire health care law could be next GC Email Nov. 30, 2016
Can Trump be taxed on a salary he doesn't collect? Perspective Nov. 23, 2016
Trump to the tax code: 'You're fired!' GC Email Nov. 16, 2016
Clinton's proposed estate tax hike is a bit hard to swallow Tax Nov. 8, 2016
Trump's aggressive tax opinion Tax Nov. 4, 2016
Constructive Receipt: A Fundamental Tax Concept Tax Nov. 3, 2016
Beware foreign account reporting changes Tax Oct. 29, 2016
Surprising nuances to California tax disputes Perspective Oct. 22, 2016
California's scary tax limitations period Tax Oct. 20, 2016
On the hook for someone else's taxes? Perspective Oct. 15, 2016
Trump's NOL lasts 20 years, but audits last 3? Perspective Oct. 8, 2016
Tax Indemnity Clauses in Settlement Agreements Tax Oct. 3, 2016
Angelina, Brad and Johnny walk into the Internal Revenue Service... Tax Sep. 30, 2016
Johnny Depp, tax lawyer Tax Sep. 24, 2016
IRS time limits and Donald Trump's returns Perspective Sep. 17, 2016
IRS offers up a reason to remain unmarried? Perspective Aug. 25, 2016
Olympic athletes must pay taxes, but should they? Tax Aug. 20, 2016
Trump taxes: white whale or Da Vinci code? Tax Aug. 17, 2016
Facebook ignores IRS summonses, but you shouldn't Perspective Aug. 13, 2016
When can you tell the IRS a hobby is really a 'business'? Tax Aug. 6, 2016
Are Insurance Bad Faith Recoveries Taxable? Tax Aug. 1, 2016
Up next: the 'careless, not criminal' defense Tax Jul. 30, 2016
Establishing attorney-client privilege with your accountant Tax, Law Practice Jul. 27, 2016
Is your insurance bad faith recovery taxable? Tax Jul. 15, 2016
Fancy footwork won't shake taxes in UFC sale Securities Jul. 14, 2016
Be careful out there when it comes to offshore accounts Jul. 8, 2016
Leaving California? Mind your taxes Tax Jul. 2, 2016
With taxes, don't rely on Messi defenses Tax Jun. 25, 2016
Transgender discrimination, video games and the gig economy Perspective Jun. 22, 2016
Can you 'take the Fifth' when the IRS knocks? Tax Jun. 9, 2016
A tax hypo, funded by Silicon Valley Litigation Jun. 1, 2016
Can you deduct your law school tuition? Tax May 26, 2016
Are your work threads tax deductible? Tax May 11, 2016
BP and tax deductible damages Tax Apr. 23, 2016
The odds you'll be audited this year Tax Apr. 16, 2016
What you should know when you get a letter from the IRS Tax Mar. 17, 2016
Kanye West's tax-free $1 billion from Mark Zuckerberg Tax Mar. 5, 2016
Ever-increasing legal fees are deductible, right? Tax Feb. 26, 2016
Did you discuss taxes in your settlement? Tax Feb. 2, 2016
When and to whom should lawyers ever issue a 1099? Perspective Jan. 28, 2016
Your New Year's resolution might be tax deductible Perspective Jan. 8, 2016
What lawyers should know about the PATH Act. Perspective Dec. 31, 2015
Finally, wrongful convictions damages are tax free Tax Dec. 25, 2015
IRS now has the power to revoke your passport Tax Dec. 10, 2015
Living abroad, paying taxes in the USA Tax Nov. 28, 2015
Airbnb's impact on your taxes depends on how you use it Tax Nov. 24, 2015
Beware 'taking the Fifth' on your returns Nov. 18, 2015
IRS audits are down. Does this mean you're safe? Tax Nov. 12, 2015
Investing in 'China plus one' economies Transactions Nov. 6, 2015
If you follow the IRS's instructions you're good, right? Tax Oct. 29, 2015
No tax guidance for you, Yahoo Administrative/Regulatory Sep. 12, 2015
Does your State Bar license make you Californian? Tax Aug. 15, 2015
Beware joint accounts and taxes, especially abroad Jul. 31, 2015
Do defendant employers withhold taxes on settlements? Labor/Employment Jul. 21, 2015
Big loss for marijuana in ruling on taxes Tax Jul. 16, 2015
Uber fallout may have several shapes and sizes Labor/Employment Jun. 23, 2015
Package delivery's 'seismic' situation Jun. 19, 2015
IRS will tax egg donations, but not other procedures Family May 20, 2015
Sometimes, law partners are actually on the payroll Apr. 28, 2015
What you should know about fighting a bill from the IRS Apr. 24, 2015
The Perils of Filing Jointly Expert Advice Apr. 2, 2015
California Lawyer Archives - Expert Advice: The Perils of Filing Jointly Tax Apr. 1, 2015
Obama should reconsider a few tax hike proposals Tax Mar. 6, 2015
Rodman's groin shot echoes through tax law Feb. 27, 2015
There's no 'safe words' if your mess up your taxes Tax Feb. 20, 2015
Who, me? Law firm partners, profits and payroll taxes Jan. 30, 2015
Are you willful or ignorant about your taxes? It matters Tax Jan. 13, 2015
Everything you need to know about IRS Forms 1099 Dec. 27, 2014
20 reasons we need a new tax code, in case you need that many Tax Dec. 25, 2014
You've won the case, your client will recover, so now what? Law Practice Nov. 22, 2014
At 48th, is California still golden? Tax Nov. 4, 2014
Tax system should be fair — and perceived as fair Tax Oct. 21, 2014
Fresh produce and tax law at your local farmers' market Sep. 18, 2014
Inversions may be trending, but they're not new Tax Aug. 15, 2014
'Getting screwed by the IRS' isn't just an expression Tax Aug. 7, 2014
Taxpayer rights and selective disclosure Jun. 28, 2014
How, when to address taxes in mediation Jun. 7, 2014
Expatriation on a record pace this year Tax, International Law May 20, 2014
Take-home pay is bigger in Texas, too May 15, 2014
Get ready to report your bitcoins to the IRS Apr. 16, 2014
Facts matter in rideshare cases Mar. 19, 2014
Double Irish Dutch Sandwich: on the menu, for now Feb. 19, 2014
'Kaepernicking' all the way to the bank Jan. 31, 2014
What every lawyer should know about FATCA Tax Jan. 3, 2014
What lawyers should know about structured settlements Dec. 28, 2013
What lawyers should know about structured legal fees Dec. 27, 2013
What do you say when the IRS asks for electronic records? Tax Nov. 29, 2013
Loans aren't taxable income, but what exactly is a loan? Tax Nov. 26, 2013
Year-end tax planning may be tough, but it will pay dividends Nov. 8, 2013
Can you pay your lawyer in bitcoins? Oct. 30, 2013
Gov. Brown signed a retroactive tax...cut? Tax Oct. 16, 2013
Justices to decide tax treatment of severance pay U.S. Supreme Court Oct. 10, 2013
Beware the consequences of admission in SEC settlements Oct. 4, 2013
New battleground for contractor vs. employee dispute Labor/Employment Sep. 25, 2013
Jackson estate case a thriller Sep. 18, 2013
Anthony Weiner, taxes and the state of California Sep. 10, 2013
Breaking down the IRS's new marriage position Sep. 4, 2013
Tax opinion just might make or break the case Aug. 31, 2013
Latest IRS targeting scandal may hit lawyers Insurance Aug. 26, 2013
Private equity firms may need to ratchet up 'passiveness' Aug. 20, 2013
Corporations, elections and buy-sells, oh my Aug. 13, 2013
IRS still hunting for misclassified workers Tax Aug. 9, 2013
Will firms have to provide health insurance for summer associates? Tax, Health Care & Hospital Law, Communications Law Jul. 31, 2013
IRS: collecting taxes 30 years after the fact Tax Jul. 27, 2013
IRS looks to US high court to resolve circuit split Jul. 17, 2013
Lawyers who represent themselves against the IRS have fools for clients Tax Jul. 6, 2013
'Wide latitude' for what can be deducted as a medical expense Tax, Health Care & Hospital Law Jun. 27, 2013
Courts disagree when it comes to tolling tax statute Tax Jun. 21, 2013
Litigation funding increasingly popular, but what about taxes? Jun. 11, 2013
Lawyers need to know Proposition 13 Tax May 30, 2013
You can unwind the deal, but not necessarily the taxes Tax May 18, 2013
Powerball lands in California, so what happens if you win? May 11, 2013
IRS serves 'John Doe' summons on Wells Fargo Tax May 3, 2013
Internet sales tax held constitutional U.S. Supreme Court, Tax, Corporate Apr. 16, 2013
IRS disclosure program growing despite obstacles Tax Apr. 16, 2013
Offshore account leak of 'epic proportions' Apr. 13, 2013
Tax avoidance dos and don'ts (mostly don'ts) Tax Apr. 11, 2013
Surprising facts about the IRS and your taxes Mar. 28, 2013
Lawyers beware home office deductions Tax Mar. 26, 2013
Lawyers, whether they know it or not, need tax experts Tax Mar. 21, 2013
When you're doing business in Canada, taxes matter Tax Mar. 18, 2013
IRS expands independent contractor amnesty program Labor/Employment Mar. 12, 2013
What every lawyer should know about Section 409A Tax Mar. 5, 2013
Keep track of your purchases, lawyers Feb. 25, 2013
9th Circuit lawyers get better tax breaks Feb. 9, 2013
Credit cards, law firms and the IRS Tax Feb. 5, 2013
Medical marijuana, drug trafficking and the taxman Jan. 26, 2013
Subpoena for tax documents enforced despite protections Tax Jan. 23, 2013
Ensure your tax return does not stick out from the pile Tax Jan. 12, 2013
How to avoid being audited Jan. 10, 2013
Unpacking the fiscal cliff deal, for lawyers Tax Jan. 5, 2013
Looking for year-end tax deductions? Pay your lawyer Tax Dec. 19, 2012
There's still time to make year-end deductible gifts to charity Dec. 13, 2012
Agencies to scrutinize worker classification Dec. 4, 2012
Expect more prosecutions for offshore accounts Tax Nov. 30, 2012
Saying sayonara to California, for tax purposes Tax Nov. 28, 2012
Superstorm Sandy and other losses you can't deduct Nov. 22, 2012
Year-end tax tips Nov. 16, 2012
Like Lucas, should you sell out this year? Tax Nov. 8, 2012
Why attorney-client privilege with your accountant matters Nov. 6, 2012
Native American tribes and taxation Nov. 3, 2012
'Goodwill' ownership has tax implications Nov. 2, 2012
Protocol, procedure are key in tax disutes with IRS Tax Oct. 18, 2012
What lawyers need to know about sales and use taxes Tax, Corporate Oct. 16, 2012
Lawyers, straighten your tax posture Oct. 11, 2012
Five simple tax rules for lawyers (and everyone else) Tax Sep. 28, 2012
Lawyers today more likely to 'meet' the IRS crime division Sep. 19, 2012
Patent suit recovery: ordinary or capital gain? Tax Sep. 8, 2012
Everything you ever wanted to know about fighting the IRS* Aug. 9, 2012
Divorce: the most tax-free part of marriage Tax Aug. 2, 2012
Five more tax rules to know for divorce Tax Jul. 7, 2012
Five key tax rules to know about divorce Tax, Family Jul. 6, 2012
Investment loss lawsuits ramp up post-Facebook faceplant Tax Jun. 6, 2012
Supreme Court holds that IRS must audit within three years Tax May 9, 2012
Examining the top five tax problems for California lawyers Tax Apr. 24, 2012
Disclose, disclose, disclose, and other last minute tax tips Apr. 10, 2012
Tax deductions you might overlook Tax Mar. 28, 2012
How to sidestep or survive increasing IRS audits Tax Mar. 10, 2012
Always sweat the small stuff with independent contractors Labor/Employment Feb. 28, 2012
Avoid headaches when negotiating buy-sell agreements Feb. 22, 2012
At tax time, remember to consider audit risk Tax Feb. 14, 2012
Tax deferral options for plaintiffs’ attorneys Feb. 3, 2012
What to do about year-end tax uncertainty Dec. 23, 2011
What to do before the return of the Amazon tax Tax Dec. 12, 2011
New fines for misclassifying independent contractors Dec. 5, 2011
Got amnesty? New IRS deal converts independent contractors Oct. 25, 2011
Seven key tax rules about legal fees Tax Oct. 14, 2011
Lawyers and IRS Form 1099: Better to give than receive? Tax Sep. 10, 2011
IRS cracks down on independent contractor misclassification Tax Aug. 31, 2011
Is the revenue service targeting lawyers? Aug. 20, 2011
Taxes up the Amazon? U.S. Supreme Court, Tax, Corporate Aug. 5, 2011
Internal Revenue Service Doubles Three-Year Tax Rule Tax Jun. 17, 2011
Even Internal Revenue Code Section 1031 Exchanges Have Tax Traps Tax Apr. 16, 2011
Sometimes, Tax Receipts Are Optional Tax Apr. 13, 2011
Hold the Mayo: Even More Deference to Internal Revenue Service Regulations Tax Feb. 15, 2011
When Overseas Income Is Tax Free Tax Feb. 8, 2011
Avoid 'Tax Shelter’ Taint Feb. 2, 2011
Secure a Conservation Easement Now! Jan. 27, 2011
Beware High Income Audits by the Internal Revenue Service Tax Jan. 14, 2011
Tax on Wrongful Imprisonment Damages Should Be Eliminated Tax Dec. 31, 2010
Prepare to Issue More IRS Forms 1099 Soon Dec. 10, 2010
Personal Liability for Employment Taxes Can Spoil Your Day Nov. 24, 2010
Foreign Bank Accounts: Still Secret? Tax Nov. 2, 2010
Why Can't Lawyers Deduct Client Costs? Tax Oct. 21, 2010
Watch Out for Secret Tax Laws Tax Oct. 15, 2010
Legal Fee Tax Rules Every Lawyer Faces Sep. 20, 2010
Who Pays for Unlawful Imprisonment? Tax Sep. 9, 2010
Taxing Decisions in An Uncertain World Tax Sep. 1, 2010
Reporting Your Foreign Bank Account Tax Aug. 5, 2010
Don't Make Punitive Damages Worse! Jul. 20, 2010
Rules for Drafting Independent Contractor Agreements Contracts Jun. 30, 2010
Which Client Costs Are Tax Deductible? Contracts Jun. 25, 2010
Taxes & Privacy, OHMY! Tax Jun. 15, 2010
10 Reasons to Worry About Worker Status Disputes Workers' Comp. May 4, 2010
Taxing Innocent Spouses: 10 Things You Should Know Apr. 20, 2010
Worried About Asking for a Large Refund? Apr. 16, 2010
Frivolous Tax Claims Will Cost You Apr. 3, 2010
There Are No Apologies inThe World of Tax Tax Mar. 30, 2010
How the Statute of Limitations Impacts Your Taxes Mar. 24, 2010
The View - Beware New Taxes Mar. 23, 2010
Beware New Taxes Tax Mar. 11, 2010
Tax Rules to Know When Selling Property Tax Jan. 27, 2010
Avoid the Estate Tax (Or Die Trying)? Tax Jan. 13, 2010
Navigating California's Tax System Tax Dec. 3, 2009
Exotic Dancers, Wages and the IRS Sep. 30, 2009
Tax Amnesty Deadline Extended Tax Sep. 25, 2009
Why Hire a Tax Expert? Tax Sep. 19, 2009
Brass Tax Sep. 3, 2009
The Case for Structure Antitrust & Trade Reg. Aug. 29, 2009
A Mechanism Whose Time Has Come Alternative Dispute Resolution Jul. 24, 2009
Awards for Wrongful Imprisonment Should Be Tax-Free Tax Jun. 30, 2009
A Taxing Process Jan. 14, 2009
A 'Get Out of Jail' Card That's Far From Free Aug. 23, 2008
Hired Guns Feb. 23, 2008
An Ulcer Does Not Provide For Exclusion From Income Tax Jun. 4, 2005
Resolve Tax Treatment Before Settlement Agreement Is Signed Jul. 31, 2002
Dirty Taxing Jan. 12, 2002
Precise Drafting Tax Oct. 6, 2001
Uncertain Recovery Tax May 26, 2001
Tangled Web Administrative/Regulatory Jan. 11, 2001
Voluminous System Tax Oct. 5, 1999