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Uncertainty for FCC's Net Neutrality in Wake of Comcast Ruling
In the wake of a stinging defeat in court, the Federal Communications Commission finds its ability to regulate the Internet in question, its signature "net neutrality" initiative hanging by a thread. Now, the agency faces several unpalatable options.
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Tax Tips: Marriage, Divorce and Reporting
Getting married, losing a spouse, or getting divorced can impact federal income tax reporting in a variety of ways. Application of certain rules may suggest taking certain actions.
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DIY e-Commerce Law
Entrepreneurs in e-commerce have long thrived on serving those who subscribe to the "do it yourself" ("DIY") method of doing business. Legal services are no exception to this trend. Online self-help legal sites, such as nolo.com, have grown in tandem with the general expansion of online commerce. But there are still times when it really is dangerous to "do it yourself" and when it is best to rely on trained professionals.
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Be Careful in Preparing Personnel Documents
Since many employers regularly review their employees and record those assessments in written documents, the fact that the manager could be sued for defamation probably comes as a big surprise. A look at a recent case.
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Health Care Reform: What Is the Impact on Employers?
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act imposes significant new responsibilities on employers and employer-sponsored group-health plans. Herein is a complete rundown on what to expect and when.
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New Arbitration Rules
Following in the footsteps of its very successful mediation program, the Delaware Court of Chancery recently added a new weapon to its arsenal of alternative dispute resolution options.
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Tax Issues for Real Estate Leasing by Tax-Exempt Organizations
This article, the last in a four-part series, examines the issues involved when a tax-exempt organization carries or incurs debt with respect to real estate from, or to which, it receives income unrelated to its exempt purposes.
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Reevaluating REAs
Part one of this three-part article discussed how the economy has impacted the flexibility and control of REAs. Part Two herein focuses on operating covenants and monetization of real estate.
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Elements of Solar System Financing
'Going green' has never been more popular, and financing the acquisition of renewable energy equipment has never been more affordable, both for commercial users and individual consumers. A wide variety of government and private programs are available, providing acquisition dollars as well as tax credits, deductions, and exclusions, and other incentives intended to stimulate clean energy development and adoption.
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